BOYS ROCK Homemade Bubbles

Family Health and Child Development
BOYS ROCK
1.
You, Mom, are the number one woman in their life. When they tell you you’re beautiful, they actually mean it.
2. Boys are daring, impulsive and high energy. They make you try things you haven’t done since grade four.
3. When you play superheroes with them, Mom always gets to be Wonder Woman-unless you are being bad guys,
in which you get to be Cat Woman.
4. No dressing drama. They’d wear the same shorts and shirt every day if you would let them.
5. They love to help with chores, such as taking out the garbage and digging in the garden.
6. Boys look like warm, fuzzy bear cubs when they are wrestling-until they get hurt and then they look like the
babies they once were.
7. They don’t look you up and down and disdainfully ask, “What are you wearing?”
8. In their eye, Dad is the strongest, smartest, funniest guy ever…
9. You can always make boys laugh with two words: fart and poo.
10. On warm spring days, they will come inside and hand you the wilting bouquet of dandelions they picked just for
you.
KID SUMMER
If you are looking to enjoy games, activities, and special deals for the month of August check
out the following websites;
http://www.saundersfarm.com/summer
http://www.midwayfunpark.ca/
http://www.funhaven.com/index.cfm
http://www.pirateadventures.ca/
http://www.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca/toronto/
Homemade Bubbles
1/2 cup (125mL) liquid dish soap
4 cups (1L) water
1/2 cup (125mL) glycerine (available at drug stores)
Gently mix together water, detergent and glycerine in a container with a lid. Allow the mixture to stand for a
day or two. The longer you let the mixture set, the bigger the bubbles will be.
Babysitting Kit
LEARNING THEIR
NUMBERS
Make baby sitting fun….
Use a tote bag
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Index card with your cell phone number, neighbour phone numbers, and
other contact numbers you think would be helpful.
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Age appropriate story books a couple
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Craft supplies to match the children’s interests and age
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DVD for the children and maybe microwave popcorn
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CD of appropriate music for children
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Card game with simple instructions for the children to play
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Small treats or granola bars for the children
HANDPRINTS
Sometimes you get discouraged
Because I am so small
And always leave my fingerprints
On furniture and walls.
But everyday I’m growing
I’ll be grown up some day
Give young kids their allowance in coins so that money
becomes tangible: By about
four or five, they can understand that one loonie is
worth the same as four quarters.
And all those tiny handprints
Will surely fade away.
So here’s some handprints
Just so you can recall
Exactly how my fingers looked
When I was very small.
Girl ‘s Rule
1. They want to be just like Mom when they grow up.
2. Tea Parties are hosted daily and you are the guest of honour, sometimes that goes to the favourite doll.
3. I have yet to meet a boy who says, “I love your hair , Mommy!”
4. Two words: Shopping buddy!!!
5. Their favourite mode of transportation is Daddy’s shoulders.
6. Dreams of being a prima ballerina will come rushing back the first time you see your girl in a tutu.
7. No spray at diaper time.
8. Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Aurora, Cinderella-girls love that you know all their favourite princesses names.
9. Pink clothes, pink toys, pink bedroom. There can never be too much pink.
10. Their favourite thing to draw is Mom and Dad dressed as a king and queen.
MOON CEREMONY
Women are invited to join us to honour and seek guidance from Grandmother Moon on August 20, 2013 at dusk (Approx. time 8:30pm)
What to bring:
Tobacco for offering (if you have it)
A skirt to wear
A bottle of water
A lawn chair/Camp chair
Potluck Item
If you are unable to bring the following please give us a call. We do
keep a limited supply on hand.
The Ceremony will be held behind the Community Wellbeing Centre
and will be followed by a potluck feast. Questions can be directed at
Diana at 613-967-0122 ext. 133
What is Moon Ceremony about?
In Aboriginal teachings, the moon is known as Grandmother Moon. Women’s natural rhythms are connected to the changing cycles of the moon. For this reason, we
come together as women when Grandmother Moon’s light is the fullest. In her light,
we are able to connect to the brightness of our own inner light, to heal and to celebrate womanhood. The Spirit of Grandmother Moon hears our deepest prayers.
The grandmothers teach us that when the moon is full, it is time for women's prayer
to be expressed. Prayer is a powerful energy that supports us in manifesting the deep
wishes that emerge from the within. In community and in circle, our prayer amplifies in our consciousness and in creation.
Breast feeding Support Group
Every Tuesday
Queen Anne Parish Hall
1 295 Ridge Road
1 0:30am-1 2:00pm
For more information you can contact Mary McCauley at the CWC
18 MONTH BABY WELL VISIT
Did you know that you are to have your child checked at 18 months to see where they are developmentally. If
you would like to have more information on what milestones your child should be reaching and what should be
done at the 18 month stage of your child’s life, we have prepared bags for community members to take home to
learn and play with their child(ren). Please contact Allison 613-967-0122
“NEW” Coffee, Tea Mommy & Me Group
Wednesdays, 9:00am-11:30am
Red Cedar Shelter
For parents with infants 0-18 months. Older siblings are welcome. Coffee, Tea,
Mommy & Me group is an excellent opportunity for you to share experiences and ideas with other parents,
while your child plays.
This program will run From June 26-August 28 2013, every Wednesday, snacks will be provided.
Sign up is required to make sure we have enough for everyone.
Please call Allison 613-967-0122 or Laura 613-967-2003
August Calendar for this group
August 7th Drop In
August 14th Drop In
August 21st Toronto Metro Zoo Trip 8:30am-7:00pm $23.80 Adult, $15.30 children, under 2 free
August 28th Teddy Bear Picnic, Zwick Park Belleville, 9:00-11:30am
CAPPA Canada Lactation Education Workshop
20 Hour WHO/UNICEF Lactation Management Course
August 28, 29 & 30th 2013
8:30-5:00 each day
Community Wellbeing Centre
50 Meadow Drive
Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, Ontario
This course uses the 20 Hour WHO/UNICEF Lactation Management Course, which defines and examines
the Baby Friendly Initiative in Canada and Internationally as it promotes, protects and supports breastfeeding. Pre-workshop study will cover this aspect of the course. Understanding BFHI will be
a helpful pre-requisite for taking this course. Workshop will include latest scientific data and research
related to anatomy, physiology and the biological norms of breastfeeding, Kangaroo Mother Care, the
benefits of Skin to Skin, Baby Led latching and the baby’s role in breastfeeding. Participants will be encouraged to learn a new way of latching that makes breastfeeding much easier and fun from the start.
Participants will explore the concepts that effective lactation education should include more than simply
teaching the basics of position and latch.
Knowing what to teach about lactation is as important as knowing how to teach parents to-be about
breastfeeding and how to support them in the best way possible. Therefore, participants will be encouraged to implement teaching and counseling strategies. Adult learning principles, group discussion,
counseling skills, and a variety of videos and visual aids will be included to assist you in previewing what
you might want to offer for your institution or practice.
Who should attend: This workshop is valuable for professionals such as Doctors, Midwives, Registered
Nurses, Lactation Consultants, Doulas, Chiropractors, Naturopaths, Dieticians, Nutritionists, Massage
therapist, or mothers giving peer support etc. and especially those who may want to pursue a career as
a Certified Lactation Educator.
Fee is $275.00 per person
Lunch and refreshments will be provided each day.
Please call to register: Allison Brant 613-967-0122
Only 13 spaces left !
Instructed by:
Attie Sandink RN.,IBCLC.,
Birth & Baby Needs
Private Registered Lactation Consultant
Lactation Trainer and Facilitator
Deseronto Bulldogs Minor Hockey Registration 2013-2014
Deseronto Community Centre 51 Mechanic Street, Deseronto
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Saturday, August 17, 2013
COST:
Initiation Program
6pm-8pm
10am-2pm
$250.00
Local League (Novice – Midget)
Early Registration – until August 17
$425.00
Regular Registration – August 18 – October 1
$450.00
Late Registration – October 2 and later
$475.00
Note: a copy of a birth certificate is required for all 1st time players
PAYMENT:
Full Payment is required by October 1st, 2013 (unless paying by payment plan described below)
Payment plans are available online (by credit card) or at in-person registration dates (by post-dated cheques).
In Person:
Initiation – initial payment of $62.50, Sept 1, Oct 1 and Nov 1 instalments of $62.50
House League – initial payment of $106.25, Sept 1, Oct 1 and Nov 1 instalments of $106.25
Three Berry Focaccia
Servings: 9 Prep 10 mins Bake 375° 20 mins to 25 mins
Ingredients
 1 10 ounce portion fresh or frozen (thawed) whole wheat
pizza or bread dough
 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
 1 teaspoon olive oil
 1/4 cup each fresh blackberries, blueberries and raspberries
1/4 cup sugar
Make It
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line a large baking
sheet with parchment paper. Stretch or roll the dough into a
large oval (about 11x8-inches) on the baking sheet.
2. Combine the butter and olive oil in a small bowl. Brush
the dough with the butter-oil mixture.
3. Sprinkle the berries and the sugar on top and bake until
dough is golden and berries begin to bubble and burst, 20 to
25 minutes. Cut dough into 9 pieces to serve.
BROWNIE REFRIGERATOR CAKE 9x13 pan
Ingredients:
1 box brownie mix
1 extra large egg
1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 (8 oz.) containers whipped topping
1 (3 oz.) package instant chocolate pudding
1 (3 oz.) package instant vanilla pudding
3 1/2 cups milk
1 Hershey candy bar or chocolate syrup
Directions: Mix brownie mixes according to directions. Add
egg. Bake in brownie pan. Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar
Postpartum depression
in dads
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION ISN’T JUST THE
PLIGHT OF NEW MOMS.
To any onlooker, Dwayne James had it made: A lovely bride, a beautiful daughter from a previous marriage and adorable twin baby boys. But that wasn’t how the Peterborough, Ont., dad felt. “I was anxious and sad,” James recalls. “I
had a complete lack of self-confidence. I was listless and unmotivated most of the time.”
Health-care providers keep an eye on a woman’s physical and mental well-being in the months before and after she
welcomes a baby, but women aren’t the only ones who go through a massive life change. Many of the worries and
stressors that can plague a new mom (often a more critical factor than hormones in the development of postpartum
depression) can also have an effect on a new dad. And many studies, which were reviewed in Psychiatry in 2007,
have shown that, to a degree, men actually experience hormonal changes, too. Just like their partners, fathers are at
a greater-than-normal risk of mood disorders during the perinatal period.
Read more:
James’s feelings started before the boys were born. He was laid off from his full-time job one day before his wife, Sarah, announced her surprise pregnancy. “Suddenly, I felt worthless, rejected, like I didn’t have anything to offer that
anybody wanted,” he says. He fretted about two new mouths to feed. A few months before the twins were born,
James found a part-time job, but his inability to make decisions affected his performance.
The heavy cloud persisted after the birth of his sons, and was worsened by fatigue from their night waking's. “I was a
lot more short-tempered, always getting angry at things that didn’t bother me before,” he says. That’s when he recalled a bout of depression after his first marriage failed, and realized his symptoms were similar.
James’s story has a happy ending. Once he knew he was depressed, he discovered a range of self-help tools, like creating art and connecting with others online, and worked his way to a more positive place. Even though James gained
weight and had mood swings through both of his wives’ pregnancies, he didn’t make the connection to postpartum
depression (PPD). At first, James says, he “didn’t know that this was something men got.” The truth is, perinatal
mood disorder — a broader term than PPD — is more common than many dads would suspect.
Why do men get PPD?
“People don’t make the connection between mood disorder, pregnancy and postpartum, and men, and that’s unfortunate. They tend to focus on women,” says Tascheleia Marangoni of Postpartum Depression Awareness Project Ltd.,
a non-profit organization with chapters across western Canada. Exact numbers aren’t known, but it’s estimated that
10 to 15 percent or more of men experience depression or anxiety during their partner’s pregnancy or soon after
their baby’s birth.
Financial stress, like the kind James felt, is a giant risk factor. A dad is also more likely to be depressed if he’s had an
episode of depression in the past, or if his partner is going through PPD, particularly if he can’t figure out how to help
her. Sleep deprivation makes it harder to cope and so does a lack of support or isolation from family.
Marangoni also blames societal expectations: We count on dads to take an equal role in caring for baby, yet they may
feel ill equipped or overwhelmed. “A lot of men see that no matter what they do, the baby wants mom. It undermines what confidence they have,” she says.
Suffering in silence
Dad’s depression can go unnoticed because it often looks different from his partner’s. “Women are emotional and
tend to demonstrate classic symptoms like crying,” says Nicole Letourneau, who is the Norlien/Alberta Children’s
Hospital foundational research chair in Parent-Infant Mental Health at the University of Calgary. “Dads withdraw
from social situations. They get very busy at work. They’re more likely to display feelings of irritability and indecisiveness, frustration, anger and resentment.”
In her research on fathers affected by postpartum depression, Letourneau found that new dads are less likely than
moms to ask for help. “These men are reinforced in their beliefs that they should be fine, because otherwise we
would be asking them how they’re doing,” she explains.
James admits he hid his feelings at first to protect his exhausted wife. For her part, Sarah only noticed that her husband was quiet and less confident. She’d heard of PPD in men, but didn’t know what symptoms to watch for, and
had no clue her husband might be suffering from it. “Any information that was made available was geared toward
me, to help me if I was going through it,” she says. “It would have been nice to have been more informed. We had
discussions about how he was feeling, and he just covered it all up.”
When James finally revealed his true feelings to Sarah months after the boys were born, he quickly realized they
could help each other. “We shared coping mechanisms and strategies,” he says. “She could tell me about people she
talked to, and I could talk to her about things I’d read.”
The road to recovery
It’s normal to feel emotional around the birth of a baby, but if these feelings last more than a month and are intense
enough to interfere with day-to-day activities, that’s a sign that help is needed.
But where can men turn? Marangoni started her organization because she found it a challenge, as a mom, to find
help for her own PPD. She says it’s even tougher for dads. Letourneau agrees. “The men in our studies didn’t feel
there were opportunities to seek help. It contributes to men using other ways to cope, like alcohol — and ‘work-aholic.’”
While there are some online support groups and resources for men who have perinatal mood disorder, James discovered that websites for parents of twins, although not specifically about depression, helped him realize he wasn’t
alone with certain parenting challenges. Social media was another outlet where he could share laughs about his high
-spirited babies. Even pursuing a hobby — watercolour painting — settled him. “That really helped me work through
a lot of my feelings,” he says.
A family doctor or employee assistance program can point new fathers toward a counsellor. Men are less likely than
women to participate in face-to-face support groups, but phone counselling is a good option. In fact, talk therapy is
thought to work just as well as antidepressants. The same goes for peer mentoring — dads who have recovered
from postpartum depression can demonstrate that it gets better. “I think it’s as simple as the hope that is given to
parents when they’re suffering. That’s something to hold on to,” Letourneau says.
Today, James has embraced his life as an artist and stay-at-home dad. “I realize I’m happier now with a fraction of
the money coming in,” he says. “I’ve been granted a golden opportunity to be involved in the formative years of my
Patience
Give me patience when little hands,
Tug at me with small demands,
Give me gentle words and smiling eyes And keep my
lips from sharp replies,
So in years to come when my house is still
Beautiful memories it’s rooms may fill.
It’s almost that time of year to hang up our flip flops again. It’s
hard to believe the summer is almost done and the children will
be heading off to school.
Kindergarten… Ready Or Not, Here I Come!
Getting ready to go to Kindergarten is a big deal! It’s an exciting time of
change for a child. Here are a few suggestions to make the transition smooth
and fun:
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Make sure your child’s immunizations are up to date. Get vision and hearing
checks before starting school if you have concerns about your child’s speech and hearing.
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Make sure bedtime happens at a regular time each night. Kindergarteners require
about eleven hours of sleep to be good learners. Have a consistent routine.
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Practice self-help skills like washing hands, blowing nose, putting on jackets, pulling up pants, putting on shoes. Velcro is a great confidence booster.
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Choose snack and drink containers that your child can open independently. Practice!
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Let your child see you reading and writing everyday. You are a role model.
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Read with your child at least 20 minutes a day. Look for books that have rhyming,
repetition and are interesting to your child. Visit the Library. Head Start also offers
books and Literacy kits for borrowing.
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Help your child to print there name and recognize it in print. Identify the letters
and their sounds. Clap the syllables.
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Talk with your child about what you are doing. Ask questions and help problem
solve.
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Count Everything! Count what your child needs and uses. Talk about more or less,
and compare sizes (big, bigger, and biggest). Measure, sort and estimate quantity.
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Provide opportunities to use scissors, crayons, sidewalk chalk, paper, pencils and
markers. Scribble, draw and write stories about your pictures.
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Sing, talk, read and play together to build language and relationships.
Set up play dates with children who will be in your child’s class. Model how to ask
for what you need and practice through role playing. Get comfortable in groups.