Check out our Peer Support Groups for September: halton.cmha.ca/peer-support/

As you prepare for a new school year, remember this quote 👇 ROCK - Reach Out Centre For Kids ErinoakKids School Mental Health Ontario ^jdb

First day of high school? 🍎 Check out these helpful, concrete ways that parents can help teens navigate the next 4 years 👉 ow.ly/IKGq30rSYGu Halton Catholic DSB HDSB ^jdb

First week back to school, and Food Allergy Canada is sharing tips and tricks for managing food allergies at school 👇 💡 If you have a child with a food allergy be sure to check out their helpful tools and resources: ow.ly/hlaj50TaI08 #FoodAllergyHacks ^jdb

New class, same problems? We’re here for you 🙌 #BackToSchool #MentalHealth #FeelOutLoud

Are you pregnant and at risk for postpartum depression? 📝McMaster University is testing the impact of a 1-day CBT-based workshop to prevent Post-Partum Depression. 📅Next workshop is September 28, 2024 (9AM-4PM) Learn if you are eligible here 👉 ow.ly/uFAb50SKqGq ^jdb

Anxiety can make parenting more challenging than it already is. We ❤️ these strategies from Anxiety Canada to help you understand anxiety and learn how to manage it. 👉ow.ly/eEK650MCg1v ^jdb

✔️Babies’ tummies are very small; they need food throughout the day and night. ✔️The more often you feed, the more milk you make. ✔️Frequent waking at night helps protect babies from SIDS. For feeding tips, check out our FAQs: 🔗ow.ly/h4at50PFVoN Halton BFI ^hvl

Find tips to add variety to your school lunch from UnlockFood.ca: 👉🏼 ow.ly/v7z050PH1WG ^hvl

Nervous about starting high school? Anxiety Canada provides helpful thoughts and strategies for managing intense emotions. 👉🔗ow.ly/OaG450SZF3p^hvl

Great reminders for a #SafeStart on the roads this week from Halton Police and Halton Region! ^hvl

The first week back to school can be challenging for all 😅. BUT a good #hug can go a long way! Read about the power of affection from The Gottman Institute: 🔗 ow.ly/ViAn50PIQlE OR 📲 Call 311 to speak with a nurse for a little parenting support. You've got this! ^hvl

After-School Restraint Collapse is a thing! Help your child with these tips: 🎯Decompress, give them space 🎯Let them talk when ready 🎯Listen, validate: name the feelings 🎯Replenish with healthy snacks 🎯Connect through play! More Tips here 🔗 ow.ly/8JpZ50PIVYm ^hvl

Happy International Day of Charity! Today, let's celebrate the spirit of giving and kindness that unites us all. Let's spread joy and love to those in need, make a positive difference in the world and teach our kids how important it is to give back. #CharityDay 🌟🌍💕 ^ad

Parenting can feel a little 'rocky' sometimes. Reach out to HaltonParents. We can help. ^ad

Are you worried with how your child is going to eat at school? Check out some tips here 👉ow.ly/7B2A50PIu5N ^jl

Do you have a child in grade 5? The City of Burlington is offering students in this cohort a FREE Active5 pass that gets them access to skating, gym time and swimming. And did I mention it was FREE? See here for details: ow.ly/Q5k650TfBfX ^ad

Which back to school routine is the most challenging for your family? Check out our website for routines that actually make school and home life easier: ow.ly/S5Yk50Tfx0v @Halton_DSB Halton Catholic DSB ^ad

Check out this FREE event on Sunday in Town of Oakville! ^ad