November 2016 Issue by Windsor Parent

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Flu Season Ahead Why it’s important to ensure your children get the influenza vaccine

Remembrance Day How well do your kids understand what the poppy symbolizes?

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4. Get Vaccinated Why it’s important to ensure your children get the flu shot

6. Explaining Remembrance Day How well do your kids understand what the poppy symbolizes? 8. November Events Santa’s arrival, free workshop, and more!

9. Know Your Level Steps you can take to measure radon gas in your home 14. Lending, Lessons and Lunch All Saints’ Church’s popular skating program returns this winter 15. Hush the Rush Tips that will leave parents feeling calmer, stronger, and in control

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FAMILY FUN GUIDE SUBMISSIONS: GENERAL MANAGER: Bob Thwaites ADVERTISING CONSULTANTS: Shelley Oswald, John Lachance EDITOR: Bill England CONTRIBUTORS: Steve I’Anson, Stephanie Renaud, Dan Schwab, Matt Weingarden, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit HOW TO REACH US: Windsor Parent Magazine, 1116 Lesperance Road, Tecumseh, ON N8N 1X2 ADMINISTRATION & GENERAL INQUIRIES: Mary McLeod, 519-735-2080 ext. 110 E-mail : mamcleod@postmedia.com ADVERTISING INQUIRIES: West of Walker Road - Shelley Oswald, 519-978-3062 Cell: 519-965-4551 E-mail: dwoswald@sympatico.ca

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Health and Wellness

Why your child should GET VACCINATED By Dan Schwab

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit is urging all parents of children ages six months and older to get the flu shot. The influenza vaccine is custom made each year and is recommended for those six months of age and older and is especially important for children, older adults, healthcare workers and people with weakened immune systems or medical conditions like diabetes. You can get the flu shot at no cost from your healthcare provider, most walk-in clinics and participating pharmacies. Please note that at this time pharmacies provide the flu shot to those five years of age and older.

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This fall, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit is also holding the following drop-in community clinics: Wednesday, Nov. 9 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. University of Windsor Ambassador Auditorium CAW Student Centre 401 Sunset Ave. Thursday, Nov. 17 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. WFCU Centre 8787 McHugh St. Judy Allen, manager of healthy schools with the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, says it’s important for kids to get the flu shot sooner rather than later.

“It does take about two weeks for the flu shot to start working so if you can definitely get it before the first cases of flu are around in the community then that’s definitely a benefit,” she said. “The flu shot is your best defense against getting the flu. The flu, if you do get it, can make you quite sick. “Some people will just have mild symptoms but it’s bad enough that you have to stay home from work or stay home from school. Others will get severe cases that may cause them to be hospitalized with pneumonia. “In Canada, in a normal year, we’ll get over 12,000 hospitalizations from the flu and about 3,500 deaths so it can be quite severe.”

There are some populations that are at higher risk than others. Those include children, adults over 65, people who have chronic health conditions and pregnant women, so those are the ones that should be getting the flu shot and also those around them should be getting the flu shot, Allen said. There are other ways to prevent the flu. Washing your hands thoroughly, disinfecting surfaces that commonly touched like doorknobs and light switches and sneezing into your elbow instead of into your hands. If you’re child is sick you should keep them home from school. “The flu is transmitted not just from somebody sneezing or coughing on you but also it can be on a hard surface for a number of hours so if somebody with the flu touches it and then you come by and touch that surface and then touch your nose, it can be transmitted that way,” Allen said. If you do get the flu shot, there is still a chance you could get the flu, she said. “But most people who have had the flu shot, if they still get the flu, it will be a much less severe case. “I think the number that I’ve read is that the flu vaccine is about 60 percent effective. But those who do get the flu, it helps in reducing the severity.” Myth Some people believe about the flu vaccine is that the shot itself can actually give you the flu. “That is impossible,” Allen said. “The (vaccine) is made from virus particles so it’s not possible to get the flu from the flu shot. Those people may be sick with another virus that is like the flu but isn’t the flu, but it could also be someone who was already in contact with the flu and was already developing the flu and then got the flu shot so they attribute it to the flu shot.” For more information, please call the WECHU Influenza Information Line at 519-258-2146 ext. 1433

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Explaining Story and photo by Steve I’Anson As parents, we understand the value and importance of Remembrance Day. How do we then explain the importance of this day to our children, without delving too much into the topic of war? Many children understand the poppy symbol. They understand the link to Remembrance Day. But do they recognize the significance November 11 has? One way of addressing the topic with youngsters is to focus on the freedom aspect. “I think that Remembrance Day serves as a reminder that freedom is not free,” says Kevin Fox, curator at the Kingsville Historical Park & Charlie Campbell Memorial Museum. “It is not something that we have fought and won, but is something that we must continually fight to protect. The service and sacrifice of our veterans stands as an example for us to embrace, but their work is also our work. We remember all those who fought for us, and, we also learn why it was important to fight. “Peace is something worth fighting for.”

By putting the focus on the freedom topic, and it what it means to be free the topic of the horrors of war can wait until they are few years older. The blog TheWestCoastMommy.com offers some further advice: “When you’re explaining the meaning behind Remembrance Day to your preschooler, gauge how your child is feeling and what they’re ready for,” says Olivia, the author. “You’re the best judge of how your child will react, but kids often understand more than we give them credit for. “Explain as much as your child can handle. It’s okay if they don’t understand everything you say. “Every year, they’ll learn more.” Attend a local service The topic of Remembrance Day isn’t an easy one, but it is an important one. A prime opportunity to start the conversation may be at a local Remembrance Day service. If you have the opportunity, take it. There’s no better way to honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

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November Events

Hoedown for Autism

Santa Arrives at Devonshire Mall!

Friday, Nov. 4. p.m. Ciociaro Club, 3745 North Talbot Rd., Tecumseh

Sunday, Nov. 20, 11 a.m. See Santa make his grand arrival by helicopter and enjoy entertainment by CLaroL the CLown, Windsor Optimist Youth Band, Stilt Guys, and more!

Cogeco, in association with Turnkey Entertainment and Promotions, and Autism Ontario Windsor-Essex presents this incredible evening featuring the Legends Live backing band with Nashville-style tributes to Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, and Shania Twain! Tickets are $45 per person – includes chicken and pasta dinner. For tickets, please call 519-250-1893 or visit HoedownForAutism.eventbrite.ca.

Nov. 20 – Dec. 24 – Santa’s Magical Village Photo Experience Children are invited to be part of the fun in Santa’s Magical Village! Receive a free 5x7 photo with any photo purchase. Please visit DevonshireMall.com for more information.

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Santa Arrives at Tecumseh Mall!

Early Literacy & Numeracy: Setting Your Child Up for Success

Saturday, Nov. 19 starting at 11 a.m.

Monday, Nov. 21, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Children’s House Montessori 2611 Labelle St., Windsor

Santa’s arrival with entertainment next to Santa’s Village in the food court. Winter Fantasy on Ice – Snow Globe Christmas Skating Show. Meet ‘N’ Greet with Ana and Elsa, Prince Charming, and Mrs. Claus! Windsor/Essex County Humane Society pet adoption opportunities. Pet Photos with Santa (5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.) at food court entrance. ‘Paws and claws’ pets only – must be on a leash and with owner at all times. Please visit TecumsehMall.com for more information.

This session will focus on the use of natural materials and everyday experiences to introduce and encourage the Math and Numeracy concept. Guests speaker Alka Burman B.A. Exceptionalities in Human Learning, and a registered early childhood educator and diversity specialist, will also share additional resources that parents can use to support their child’s journey with Math and Numeracy Learning. Pizza dinner will be served. Please visit LifeWithABaby.com/event-2343468 to register.

Downtown Windsor Winter Fest

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Sunday, Nov. 20 – Santa Paws Day

Saturday, Nov. 19 The tradition continues as the Downtown Windsor BIA presents its annual celebration – a memorable entrance into the holiday season that attracts thousands of visitors to the city centre. Free admission. Holiday Parade at 3 p.m. on Ouellette Ave. between Giles Blvd. and Pitt St. Please visit WinterFestWindsor.ca for more information.

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Special programmes for elementary and secondary students with certain learning exceptionalities. HFAS recognizes that each student is unique and must be given opportunities to achieve success according to his or her own interests, abilities and goals by creating a challenging and nurturing environment. By accessing the ability and shedding the barriers, we encourage our students and assist them to achieve their fullest potential as they aim for success in their studies.

To begin the application process, please contact us at 519-969-1291 *All students must provide a written professional referral, Enrollment is subject to approval of HFAS’ Administration. *HFAS will open in September 2016 subject to the enrollment required by the Ontario Ministry of Education.

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Friday, Nov. 25 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Parade starts at 6:15 p.m. at the corner of Lacasse Blvd. and Clapp St.; south to Tecumseh Rd.; west to Lesperance Rd.; and south to Town Hall Santa & Mrs. Claus will greet families inside Town Hall after the parade Various activities and entertainment in front of Town Hall and at nearby Tecumseh Arena For more information, please visit Tecumseh.ca

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RADON: Do you know your level?

November is Radon Action Month! Take the first step in protecting your family by testing your home for this dangerous gas. What is Radon? Radon is a colourless, odourless, radioactive gas that is found naturally in the environment. It is produced when uranium (found in soil and rock) breaks down. The radon rises up from the ground and can get into your home.

How Common is Radon? Radon gas is found in nearly every home in Canada. In a 2011 Health Canada study, 13.8 per cent of homes tested in Windsor-Essex County had a high radon level (at or above Canada’s Guideline of 200 Bq/m3). Why Should I Worry About Radon? Exposure to radon gas is a risk to you and your family’s health. According to Health Canada, longterm exposure to radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer and accounts for about 16 per cent of lung cancer deaths in Canada. In addition, if you smoke and are exposed to radon gas, your risk of lung cancer is even higher. How Does Radon Get Into My Home? Radon gas can get into your home wherever there is an opening: cracks, gaps, spaces around pipes, through floor drains, sump pumps, etc.

Radon levels are often the highest in basements and crawl spaces because they are the closest to the ground and often have poor ventilation. It is important to know that radon levels are not the same in every home. Your radon level may be very different than your neighbours. The only way to know the radon level in YOUR HOME is to test for it!

So I’ve Tested My Home… Now What? There is no level of radon exposure that is considered risk-free. As a homeowner and a parent, it is your choice to decide what level of radon exposure you are willing to accept for you and your family. The Canadian Guideline for radon in your home is 200 Bq/m3. If your radon level is higher than 200 Bq/ m3, you should take steps to fix your home and lower the level. The higher the radon level, the sooner you should fix your home.

How Do I Test For Radon? 1. Do-It-Yourself radon test kits are available at hardware stores and online (check the expiry date before buying the test). Use a long-term test that measures radon levels for at least three months during the fall or winter when your windows are mostly closed. Place the test kit in the lowest lived-in level of your home where you spend at least four hours per day. DIY kits cost about $25-$75. 2. You can hire a Canadian-National Radon Proficiency Program (C-NRPP) certified professional to measure the radon level in your home. Find one at C-NRPP.ca or call 1-855-722-6777.

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Lending, Lessons, and Lunch Story and photo by Matt Weingarden It’s a frostbitten Canadian tradition – embracing the winter cold by lacing up a pair of skates and cracking the freshly resurfaced ice. Soon skating will return to Charles Clark Square in downtown Windsor and a group of close to 40 volunteers at All Saints’ Anglican Church, 330 City Hall Square West (across the street from the rink), will implement their Lending, Lessons and Lunch program. They have been lending skates and hockey helmets since 2002 to encourage families to get out and get active wherever they can find ice. “We lend out skates for a day, a month, or for the season,” skate program co-ordinator Art Roth explains. “Everything is done on the honour system – we lend them, you promise to bring them back. And skating is not limited to the downtown rink. We encourage skating wherever you can, whether it’s at a local arena or a patch of ice in an Essex County field.”

Skate program coordinator Art Roth stands in front of a small fraction of the lending skates the group has stored at All Saints’ Church in downtown Windsor.

Roth says that the actual idea started 25 years ago when the church offered activities to kids after Sunday School. An afternoon skating session was suggested. “There were some kids who did not have skates, so we asked around to borrow several pairs,” Roth recalls. “After doing this for several years, we began to collect skates. Before you knew it, we went from possessing 80 pairs of skates to over 1,000. “We estimate that over 2,000 skates have passed through our program.” As well, skating lessons are offered on Saturday mornings starting at 10 a.m. at the Charles Clark Square in January and February. Many area children are able to learn to skate for the first time with the assistance of volunteer coaches. After a skate session, the church also offers up its traditional complementary lunch to the kids in the program and their families. Homemade soup plus lots of fruits and vegetables add a healthy balance to a morning on the ice. No pop, no chips, no candy.

During the week groups of school children use the helmets and skates. But, it’s not just for children, many adults take advantage of the program. High school and university students, birthday parties, and corporate groups are also encouraged to participate. Roth adds that they have a limited number of very small skates that they are giving away for free. Interested parents can contact the church at the telephone number below. A number of locally based sports shops offer their sharpening service for free to the group, including Bob Reaume Sports, National Sports, Blades Proshop, Maximum Edge, and Nantais Source for Sports. Several years ago, the WindsorEssex Community Fund provided a $2,400 grant to the program to purchase helmets for children and adults at no charge to them while they learn to skate from the volunteer coaches. “One year, we experienced an unexpected influx of university students and English language students all needing adult skates,” said Roth.

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“A group of East Indian university students came one day and all felt the need to wear a helmet for their first time on ice. Last winter, about 40 Syrian refugees took to the ice for the first time – most had never skated before in their lives. “To see the kids and their faces was incredibly powerful,” says Roth. “That’s why we do this . . . for me it’s incredibly gratifying on a personal level. Volunteers needed Roth can always use more volunteers. “Without the help of our many volunteers, we couldn’t do this,” he says. “If anyone out there is interested in helping us with that, it’s a very exciting day because the kids are just keen to get out there and the parents are very appreciative of the opportunity to give the kids skating lessons — many of which who have never skated before.” To learn more about the program or to donate skates to the program, please call All Saints’ Anglican Church at 519-253-8001

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HUSH THE RUSH

Kick the Chaos; Create Calm By Stephanie Renaud B.A., B.Ed. As the busy season of the year approaches many people find themselves stressed to the max. Responsibilities multiply and engagements grow. Parties must be planned and attended, presents must be bought and holidays must be prepared for. These jobs fall on the shoulders of already busy and stretched parents. After all, Christmas (and every other cultural holiday in the winter months) is about the kids. We often feel responsible for creating glowing and perfect memories for our children and so put a great deal of pressure on ourselves to perform as December approaches. More than any other time of year, this season creates stress, and causes many of us to feel as though we are operating amidst mounting chaos. After all, family life with working parents and school aged children is stressful enough. It’s very easy to fall into the trap of feeling as though there is not enough time, energy or money to create the holiday you desire and end up spending a great deal of time feeling like an overstretched failure. It doesn’t have to be this way, even though the message we get from society is that this is totally normal and to be expected. It maybe be common but it’s not normal, and by no means is it necessary. It’s totally possible to kick the chaos and create an abiding calm during this season. All it takes is a shift in how you view and do things that leads to a deep sense of control and calm that allows you to truly inhabit calm and confidence as you navigate a chaotic season.

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Here are three powerful tips that, when put into practice, will leave you feeling calmer, stronger and in control: 1. Self Care – This is absolutely foundational to operating at your best. Putting healthy food into your body is key to fuelling yourself to feel fabulous. How you feel is an expression of what you put into your body, so consuming beautiful, whole foods creates a foundation of wellness upon which you can build strength, clarity and confidence. Bodies are built to move, and so when you spend most of your days being sedentary at work and at home, your bodies rhythms slow. This means when you start to demand more as the holidays approach, your body is going to feel sluggish and resist the increased demands, leaving you feeling irritable and exhausted. Daily exercise moves your body the way it was designed move, increases energy levels and promotes excellent health, which is a bonus when sickness is bound to be going around. Bonus, excellent diet and regular exercise boost immunity which means you are extra protected from germs. What else do you really desire? Maybe your body is asking for extra rest, quiet time or hydration. Schedule these things in before you schedule in anything else, and treat them like appointments. You’ll be glad you did. 2. Daily Practices – Creating a foundation of quiet, self nurturing time into your schedule is a perfect way to guarantee that your sense of calm will increase. Meditation is brain training. Just like you train your muscles by lifting weights, you can train your brain to build a calm, clear state of mind.

So, even when the stress gremlins start to chatter, you have the skills to return to calm and quiet. You will make better decisions, sleep better and get more done in less time when your mind is at it’s best. There are lots of resources that teach how to meditate, and apps to support you. HeadSpace and Insight Timer are excellent, among many, many others. 3. Say No – It’s really easy to give into the sense of obligation that comes along with any invitation or holiday “requirement”. The honest truth is that it isn’t all absolutely necessary for every person. With your new skill at returning to a quiet mind, really look at each item on your schedule and to do list, and decide if it serves you to keep it there. Saying no to what does not serve you will help reduce your stress, which will help you be at your best. No one feels great with a mile long to do list and a manic schedule. Cutting down to the essentials will leave you feeling confident and in control. Creating amazing memories for our kids doesn’t go so well when we are stressed to the max, short tempered, and frayed at the edges. Taking back control of your body, mind and schedule will leave you feeling spacious, calm and in control. Who doesn’t want that? FitMama is a personal training and group coaching movement focussed on nutrition for pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, and post pregnancy moms. To find out more visit LoveFitMama.com, join the FitMama Community on Facebook and unlock your FitMama lifestyle

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Try this perfect sweet and savoury snack MARSHMALLOW MAPLE BACON POPCORN BALLS

Ingredients: • 8 cups (2 L) PC maple and bacon popcorn • 1/3 cup (75 mL) PC cranberries sweetened dried fruit • 1/3 cup (75 mL) pecans, toasted and roughly chopped • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt • 5 tbsp (75 mL) unsalted butter • 3 cups (750 mL) mini marshmallows

This recipe takes snacking favourite popcorn and infuses it with some great flavours. “This quick and simply delicious snack uses just a handful of exceptional ingredients, including tart-sweet cranberries, crisp pecans, and a salty-sweet popcorn mix that combines the rich flavour of maple syrup with the savoury taste of smoky bacon,” explains Tom Filippou, executive chef for President’s Choice cooking school. “ You can have some fun with this recipe by turning it into Popcorn Pops by inserting wooden pop sticks into the bottom.”

Directions: 1. Toss popcorn, cranberries, and pecans in large heatproof bowl; sprinkle with salt. 2. Melt butter in large microwave-safe bowl on high for about 40 seconds. Stir in marshmallows; microwave on high for 1 minute and 15 seconds, stopping once halfway through to stir. Stir until mixture is melted and smooth.

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Breastfeeding and returning to work What you need to know

Women make up a large part of the work force in Canada with 61% of women over the age of 15 working in some capacity. Most of these working women (86%) are between the ages of 25 and 44, which are common child bearing years (Statistics Canada, 2015). If you are planning to return to work after your maternity leave, or join the workforce while your children are still young, how can you continue to breastfeed? Breastfeeding and the Law Breastfeeding is the normal way to feed a baby and is important for nutrition, immunity, and growth and development. The Canadian Paediatric Society recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months, and continued breastfeeding for up to two years and beyond. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (Section 15) and the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) Code Legislation support a woman’s right to breastfeed anytime, anywhere. Employers are required to make every reasonable effort to support breastfeeding employees by making accommodations that allow her to breastfeed or express breastmilk for her child during the workday. The OHRC further states that women cannot be discriminated against in any way because they have chosen to breastfeed and they should not be disadvantaged in services, accommodation or employment because they are breastfeeding their children.

Working while breastfeeding is possible. Mothers, babies, and employers will all benefit from a supportive breastfeeding plan that works for everyone. How do employers benefit from supporting breastfeeding mothers? There are many benefits to continued breastfeeding for mothers, children, and employers. Benefits to employers include less employee turnover, less missed work days, and less health care costs. Workplaces that support breastfeeding mothers may also benefit from better employee morale, loyalty, productivity, and the overall health of babies and the community.

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How the workplace can support breastfeeding Workplaces can make some simple changes to support breastfeeding employees such as: • Providing a private, clean space where a woman can breastfeed or express breastmilk. This space should have good lighting, a chair, an electrical outlet and should be close to hand washing and refrigeration facilities. • Adopting a breastfeeding friendly workplace policy. • Raising awareness within your workplace and ensuring supervisors are supportive of new mothers as they return to work. What mothers can do before returning to work: • Make a plan! Talk to your employer about your breastfeeding wishes and work together to make a breastfeeding plan that works for everyone. • Decide if you are going to breastfeed your child at work or express milk to feed later. If you are going to express, consider when and where this will be done. You will also have to think about where you will safely store your breast milk at work. Working while breastfeeding is possible and there are many benefits. Mothers, babies, and employers will all benefit from a supportive breastfeeding plan that works for everyone. For more information on breastfeeding, including expressing and storing breastmilk, and for help with writing a breastfeeding friendly workplace policy, please contact the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit at 519-258-2146 ext. 1350, or visit WECHU.org

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See Santa make his grand arrival by helicopter, and enjoy entertainment by CLaroL The CLown, the Windsor Optimist Youth Band, the Stilt Guys and so much more.

Sunday, November 20 - 11 a.m.

SANTA’S MAGICAL VILLAGE PHOTO EXPERIENCE November 20 - December 24 Ch Chil ild il dren are dr e inv vit ited d to be e parrt off the h fun in our Sa ant n a’ a s Ma Magi g cal Viill gi llag lag age e ph phot o oe ot ex xpe p ri rien en nce ce.. Re ece ceiv ive e a free free fr ee 5x7 x7 pho oto wit ith any ph phot hotto p rc pu rch hase, p ha prrinte te ed on o -s -sit i ea it att Santa’s Print Shop.

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