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SMART Goals

by Penny on   March 20, 2011

I know I have written about goals before, but I want to revisit how to set goals as it is such an important skill for kids to learn!
We are 2/3rds of the way through the school year – with about 65 days left of class, so now is a really good time to sit down [...]

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Letting Go

by Into the Rabbit Hole on   March 7, 2011

As mothers we spend so much of our time and efforts on creating the ideal life for our children. We eat healthy while babe is in utero so they can get the best chance at life.  We read through book after book so we can be the best parent we can be and respond [...]

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New Calcium & Vit D Recommendations

by Dani Health on   February 6, 2011

New recommendations for calcium and vitamin D were released on Nov 30, 2010. Two changes that will affect many of us (mom’s) are:
1. Pregnant and lactating women do not need more calcium than their non-pregnant / non-lactating counterparts because during pregnancy and lactation the body is more efficient at absorption and utilization. Therefore, [...]

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10 Foods to Add to your Diet in 2011

by Dani Health on   January 17, 2011

As many of your know, I send out a Nutrition Newsletter each month. This year, I wanted to start off with something positive!
When asked about our diet, what often comes to mind is those foods we should ‘cut out’ or eat less of. Right?!? Instead of taking this approach, how about starting [...]

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Report Cards – What To Look For

by Penny on   December 7, 2010

So, it is report card time. Most of you will have received your child’s report card in the last two weeks. A few of you will receive it this week. For many parents and many children, report card time can be a time of stress and insecurity. For the most part, kids do want to [...]

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Dietitian’s Kitchen

by Dani Health on   November 18, 2010

As a Nutrition Professional, I continually search for healthy food products – for myself, my family, and my clients. In addition to meeting my strict nutrition criteria, they must be quick, convenient, and taste great! Here are a few of the products that you’ll find in my kitchen.
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The Mother Me, May I’s – Beginning of a Series

by Ma Thoughts on   November 3, 2010

Mother Me, May I remember the softness of his duck fluff dual cowlick scalp on my lips when I kiss his head.
Mother Me, May I remember how he latches onto my chin and sucks from time to time. Like I was a part of his body, like a thumb. Only bigger.
Mother Me, May I remember [...]

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One in Five Grade Four Students Not Meeting Expectations

by Penny on   November 1, 2010

According to Gordon Campbell one out of every five grade four students in BC is not meeting the basic expectations for reading, writing and math at a grade four level, furthermore one in three students entering Kindergarten do not have the basic ‘readiness’ skills for school.
 Sadly, I wasn’t too surprised by these statistics. Whilst Canada [...]

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