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The pool is NOT a toilet! Tips for staying safe this summer!

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Karen Hay, RN

Summer is finally here! Time for some fun in the sun and a splash in the swimming pool. But as the saying goes, it’s all fun and games until someone poops in the pool. While this may sound funny, pool … Continue reading →

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Burns: Painful and Preventable

Posted on June 16, 2015 by Karen Hay, RN

Before shifting my focus to becoming a Public Health Nurse, I had the privilege of working as a pediatric nurse in children’s hospitals in Toronto and London, Ontario. What I enjoyed most about working in a hospital setting was being in the children’s … Continue reading →

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Why babies and toddlers should stay in a rear-facing car seat as long as possible

Posted on May 11, 2015 by Karen Hay, RN

I remember a number of years ago (okay, full confession – about 18 years ago) when I couldn’t wait to move my baby out of her infant-only car seat and into her new forward-facing car seat. I was anxious to … Continue reading →

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Great tips for reducing your child’s anxiety at the dentist

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Karen Hay, RN

So your child had their first dental visit and things went well…yay! Or maybe things didn’t go that well and now it’s time for their next appointment. Whether it’s for a routine check-up, cleaning or a filling, a visit to the … Continue reading →

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Autism spectrum disorder and wandering: A parent’s biggest worry

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Karen Hay, RN

I recently had the privilege of speaking with Cindy, the mom of a four-year-old boy named Christopher. Christopher has autism spectrum disorder. I was listening to Cindy describe her daily routine and her story really opened my eyes to the … Continue reading →