June

Posted in Everyday ParentingHealth & WellnessJust Between UsLifestyle

What you CAN say to a parent of a child with Autism

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There are often discussions about what NOT to say to parents about their children with autism. I wrote about it myself – how some innocent questions and comments can actually be painful for a mama raising a child with autism. Although well meaning, some comments have the opposite of the intended effect. But please say something. Saying nothing can almost…

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Sleep Advice from A Doula

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Many parents struggle with understanding their baby’s sleep but understanding ideal sleep atmospheres and a baby’s sleep patterns is much more beneficial. Ensuring your baby is sleeping in an ideal environment conducive to sleep is a simple and very effective way to help your baby sleep better and longer. Black out curtains will help increase melatonin levels which are our natural…

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A last minute Teacher gift idea!

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School’s out for the Summer!! Well almost! Before you start packing up the pencils and books for the summer, don’t forget to think about the perfect gift to thank your teacher for all of their hard work this past year. When selecting a teacher gift remember that your teacher has many children in their class that are likely giving them…

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5 Tips to Keep Kids Active All Summer

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Schools Out! While kids are jumping for joy, parents all over the neighbourhood are wondering what the heck are we going to do to keep the kids busy all summer! While summer camps are great, not all families choose all day camps and even if they do, there are still another 4-5 evening hours that kids are looking for something to do. Being Active & Free Play The benefits…

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Hooked On Fishing

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I think it was my son’s Nonno that first took him fishing. His love of fishing started when he was young I remember that. Hours on end of quiet sitting and waiting to finally catch the fish and then release it. I remember the first time I took him to the Bass Pro Shops in Auburn New York (85,000 sq…

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