Tag Archives: families

Disasters and Tragedies… Can you ever be prepared?

Posted on April 29, 2013 by

I’m still in shock by the recent bombings in Boston. I’m so saddened and horrified that this senseless act has taken place… again. How do you even try to explain this tragedy to your kids? My 12 year old son just couldn’t understand why … Continue reading →

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Why is my school-aged child still wetting his bed?

Posted on June 27, 2012 by

It’s natural to feel worried, confused and a little frustrated when your child is past the preschool years and they are still wetting the bed.  You’re likely wondering how to support each other during this challenging time.

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Why all the fuss about attachment?

Posted on May 18, 2012 by

What is attachment parenting anyway? According to what you may have read in the media recently, it’s about extended breastfeeding, co-sleeping and baby-wearing. However, that is not what attachment is really all about. It’s not about the way you feed … Continue reading →

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Are you balanced?

Posted on April 3, 2012 by

Are you balanced? It’s a question that has caught my attention recently and has gotten me thinking.  Hmmm….define balance.  As I read about it, I saw this question: “Are you keeping pace or being run over?”  In my head I’m … Continue reading →

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Finding quality child care is easy with a plan!

Posted on July 26, 2011 by

This is the third post in our series about child care in Halton Region. Anna* needed child care for her two young children as their grandmother was caring for them but was starting to tire easily. Anna was worried about finding someone she could trust and who … Continue reading →

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