Catching up on School-based Vaccines
HaltonParents | For parents with kids of all ages in Halton Region, ON
by Halton guest blogger
1y ago
Can you believe we are halfway through August already? As you are gearing up for your children to start school, Halton Region is encouraging parents to ensure that their children’s vaccines are up-to-date. This includes Hepatitis B, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), and Meningococcal ACYW-135 vaccines ..read more
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Why should I vaccinate my young child against COVID-19?
HaltonParents | For parents with kids of all ages in Halton Region, ON
by Maureen Harris, RN
1y ago
On July 14th, Health Canada authorized the use of the Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine in children 6 months to 5 years of age. For many of you, this comes as a big relief. With many pandemic restrictions lifted and people no ..read more
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What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine for 5-11 year olds
HaltonParents | For parents with kids of all ages in Halton Region, ON
by Halton guest blogger
2y ago
With kids age 5-11 years of age now eligible for COVID-19 vaccines in Canada, many parents have questions around having their child vaccinated for COVID-19. You might find the decision to vaccinate your child more difficult than the decision to ..read more
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School-based vaccines and your child
HaltonParents | For parents with kids of all ages in Halton Region, ON
by Carolyn Wilkie, RN
2y ago
These past 18 months have been a challenge for everyone, including Public Health Units across Ontario. Throughout the pandemic, we have been reminded of how important vaccines are to protect ourselves and our community against serious illness and disease. Many ..read more
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Breastfeeding and COVID-19 vaccination. Is it safe?
HaltonParents | For parents with kids of all ages in Halton Region, ON
by Heather Van Laare RN
2y ago
As a parent of a new baby, you likely have lots of questions and some extra ones because of the pandemic. We all want to do what’s best for our children to keep them healthy and safe. So you might ..read more
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My pregnancy and decision to get the COVID-19 vaccine
HaltonParents | For parents with kids of all ages in Halton Region, ON
by Carolyn Wilkie, RN
2y ago
Hmmm COVID-19, where should I even start? It’s been a crazy time of change, challenge, growth and a lot of uncertainty, to say the least! I caught up recently with a good friend who’s in the last few weeks of ..read more
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Your school age child is stealing: what can you do?
HaltonParents | For parents with kids of all ages in Halton Region, ON
by Tamara Kraszewski, RN
3y ago
Put your hand up if you remember stealing something when you were a kid. I bet there are lots of hands raised right now! It’s not unusual for kids to take something that doesn’t belong to them, without asking permission ..read more
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Can I have a playdate…I see them at school?
HaltonParents | For parents with kids of all ages in Halton Region, ON
by Heather Van Laare RN
3y ago
AH! Are we there yet?! It is so tempting to let down our guard with the return of in-person classes, stay-at-home orders being lifted, and the vaccine rollout underway, but we are not there yet. Insert Debbie Downer music. We ..read more
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Helping teens and tweens maintain mental well-being throughout the pandemic
HaltonParents | For parents with kids of all ages in Halton Region, ON
by Tanya Melykuty, RN
3y ago
The demands of COVID-19 have been difficult for everyone. For teens and tweens, there has also been a fair amount of loss. Beyond missing out on major rites of passage, this past year has also meant the loss of everyday ..read more
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Navigating COVID-19 with your teen
HaltonParents | For parents with kids of all ages in Halton Region, ON
by Carolyn Wilkie, RN
3y ago
Parenting is tough, period…but during a pandemic, it’s even harder! If you’re living with teens, your parenting skills have likely been stretched a lot lately. Your teen may feel frustrated and disappointed about missed opportunities like milestone celebrations. So how ..read more
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