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Tips to help new fathers bond with their babies When the time comes for parents to leave the hospital and take their newborns home, new moms and dads take on different roles. Moms who are nursing or handling the bulk of the bottle-feeding while spending a few months on maternity leave may appear to have more opportunities than fathers to bond with their new babies. But there are many ways for new dads to bond with newborns as well: Hold your baby as often as possible Paediatrician Dr. David Hill, author of the book Between Us Dads: A Father's Guide to Child Health, says bonding between father and newborn has as much to do with contact as involvement. Many first-time parents are understandably nervous about holding their newborns, who seem so fragile. But newborns benefit from being held, and Dr. Hill notes that a bond will develop between father and baby if there is physical contact. Find ways to spend time together Fathers might not be able to pitch in at feeding time if mothers are nursing. Because newborns spend so much time being nursed and sleeping, fathers may feel as though they don't have much time to spend with their babies each day. But any time spent with a newborn can be a time for fathers to develop bonds with their children. Make eye contact with babies while changing their diapers, as Psych Central, an independent mental health social network run by mental health professionals, notes that babies have a preference for eye contact.
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Spend alone time with your newborn Fathers of newborns who are being nursed may feel like their is no ideal time to spend along with their children. But mothers, especially those who work and intend to keep breastfeeding after their maternity leave ends, can learn to use a breast milk pump so dads can bottle-feed. Learning to eat from a bottle will help babies in the long run, and dads can get some quality alone time with their newborns while bottle feeding —and give moms a much-needed break. Help your baby fall back asleep Nursing mothers may feel inclined to wake up with their newborns in the middle of the night and let dad keep sleeping. But babies are not necessarily waking up in the middle of the night due to hunger. Some might simply need to be comforted, and dads can comfort their children just like moms can, all the while strengthening their developing bond. New fathers can strengthen the bonds they have with their newborns in various ways.
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4. Good Health Ten simple tips to avoid colds, coughs, and sore throats.
6. Post-Holiday Debt Six ways to get you started on creating financial freedom.
10. Hobbies for Kids Just like adults, children can express themselves through activities. 13. March Break Directory A list of some of the day camps being offered throughout the region.
8. Maple Season Is Here! 14. Heart Month Try this recipe for The annual celebration Quinoa Bowls with begins Feb. 20 at the Golden Tumeric Cauliflower. John R. Park Homestead.
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Ten simple tips to avoid getting sick
Show your love this February by giving the gift of good health Your child’s first word was likely one of your happier memories, despite that their first word was “no”. Your child’s first cold, on the other hand, might be one of your more challenging experiences. Follow these simple tips to avoid getting sick: 1. Cleaning your hands. Cleaning your hands often and properly is the single best way to avoid getting sick. Even though your hands might look clean, they can carry germs that you may not be able to see. Germs on your hands can enter your body through cuts or when you touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 15 seconds. Give children time to wash their hands properly. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer. Use enough sanitizer to lightly cover your hands, and rub them together until it dries. Send hand sanitizer with children to use at school before lunch. Your skin protects you from germs, so moisturize often if dryness is a problem. 2. Regularly clean and disinfect “high-touch” surfaces and objects. Some germs can live on surfaces, which then can be carried on your hands when you touch the surface. Clean and disinfect surfaces that people often touch, such as door knobs, diaper changing areas, and toys. Follow the instructions on your cleaning products.
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3. Stay at home if you are sick. If you or your child is unwell, it is best to stay at home and rest. That way, you do not spread the illness to others. 4. Most colds, coughs, or sore throats do not need antibiotics. Take antibiotics only as directed by your doctor or nurse practitioner.
5. Sneeze or cough into a tissue or into your arm. Prevent the spread of germs to others by sneezing or coughing into your arm, and teaching your children to do this as well. 6. Practice safe food handling. Food can become contaminated by germs. Wash all uncooked fruits and vegetables in clean water. Do not let your raw food touch your ready-to-eat food. Cook your food using a probe thermometer. For example, chicken breasts should be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 74oC (165oF). 7. Do not share personal items. Some germs can pass through saliva and blood. Do not share items, such as toothbrushes, mascara, razors, and water bottles. 8. Take care around unfamiliar animals. Some animals and insects can carry germs that can make you seriously ill. Protect yourself against insects, such as ticks and mosquitoes. Do not let your children pet or feed unfamiliar animals or wildlife. 9. Get vaccinated. Make sure you and your family are up-to-date with your vaccinations and get the annual flu vaccine. Vaccines help your body fight some germs better when you are exposed to the germs afterwards. When travelling, visit a health care provider or a travel clinic at least six weeks before you leave. They can give you more information on any vaccines you may need. 10. Stay active and make healthy food choices. Regular activity and eating more fruits and vegetables can help make your body stronger, so that it can better fight off germs. Follow these tips and lower your risk of getting sick. For more information, please visit WECHU.org or call the Health Unit at 519-258-2146 ext. 1420
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Six Ways To Love Your Money After The Holidays Here are some suggestions to get you started:
By Stephanie Renaud B.A., B.Ed. Let’s face it, after the holidays many, if not most, people are exhausted, bloated and spent in more ways than one. While our waistlines may have expanded from too many traditional treats, our bank accounts have gone the opposite way. Shrivelled balances, often complimented with new consumer debt, make us want to hide our bank statements, burn our credit card bills and hide our heads under the covers. If this describes you, you are not alone. The average Canadian consumer debt, not including mortgages is $20,967. When you include mortgage debt, most people are looking at owing approximately 163 per cent of their household income. It almost seems as though it’s inevitable doesn’t it? The pressure to buy the perfect gift, and for all of the people in your life right down to the guy in the mailroom at the office leads so many of us into debt trying to prove our affection and appreciation for the people in our lives and all that they do for us. I am here to tell you that it isn’t inevitable, and even if you went into debt for gifts this year, you can totally turn that around. Impossible, you say? No way. Baby steps taken with intention everyday create big results.
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2. Give Gratitude for Gifts Given—The fact of the matter is that worry and gratitude cannot coexist in our minds. When you catch yourself going in to worry, gently and lovingly shift to thoughts of gratitude. Be thankful for the memories that the money you spent brought you. Be grateful that you have the credit score to spend that money in the first place. Be grateful that you live in a place where buying those gifts was an option for you in the first place, and be grateful for the lesson that over spending provides. 3. Growth Flows Where Attention Goes—The more time you spend focussing on the worry you feel about your consumer debt, the more time you are going to spend carrying consumer debt. You are not a bad person for incurring it. You aren’t stupid or wrong or a failure. You are a person who loves, is thoughtful and is worthy. You are worthy of putting regular attention on your finances, and regular attention is what is going to get you out of debt, and into financial freedom.
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4. Become A Budget Badass—Some people feel that a budget is a way of depriving themselves of fun things. That is one way to look at it. Another way to look at it is that a budget is a way to hold yourself accountable to your financial goals. Still another way is to see that it is a way to love yourself into financial freedom. In just the same way that we set boundaries for our children because we love them, creating a budget sets boundaries for ourself because we love ourselves too much to ride the debt stress express for any longer than we have to. 5. Embrace Envelopes—Some people respond super well to an envelope budget system. Figure out your income and expenditures for a normal month, how much you have to spend, withdraw that money and put it into envelopes that are labelled with a budget category. Your job is then to spend only what is in that envelope for that financial period. For extra credit, you can put receipts back into the envelope and reconcile at the end of the period. This is a way to keep your money in the forefront of your mind because you only have so much cash available, and when it’s gone, it’s gone. 6. Makeover Your Mindset—Scarcity mindset is rampant in Western culture. The notion that there isn’t enough to go around, or that we have not gotten enough of what we need to feel good is constantly in our face. When we operate from a place of lack, we are much more likely to assuage ourselves by impulse buying everything from a latte to a $500 handbag. This kind of mentality is what leads us into insane amounts of consumer debt. We have to have that latte because we don’t feel like we are enough, which leads us to feeling guilty for spending the money, which leads us to feeling like we aren’t enough, and this leads us to overspending. It’s a horrid vicious circle and we can fix it with a tweak to our mindset. Debt is not a death sentence. You can create financial freedom. Start today. Stephanie Renaud is a Windsor-based writer specializing in parenthood. For more information, please visit StephanieARenaud.wordpress.com and follow her on Instagram @Stephanie_Renaud
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Maple season is here!
Popular programs booking now at John R. Park Homestead By Matt Weingarden
With the up and down temperatures we have been having, do you feel like you can’t wait for spring to arrive? Not to worry, the first sign of spring will soon be here, and it doesn’t last long—maple syrup season. Don’t miss your chance to learn about the springtime ritual of maple syrup and sugar making. The John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area is now taking bookings for its popular maple education programs and group tours, offered from February 20 to March 29. The program began in 1980 is very popular with groups and families across the Essex County region. “Maple is a season here at the Homestead and we have a whole host of programs available for families and groups,” explains curator/education co-ordinator Kristin Ives. “There is something for everyone to enjoy. It’s a very active hands-on program.”
Collecting sap from maple trees at the John R. Park Homestead is one of the first signs Photo courtesy of Essex Region Conservation of spring! So what can the participant look forward to experiencing? Costumed guides will be making maple syrup and sugar the pioneer way and you are invited to get involved at every stage. You’ll discover the 175-year tradition that began with the First Nations. Outdoors, get up-close and see the trees tapped and the sap boiling in a large iron cauldron. Come inside to help with the finishing of the syrup on the 1850s’ kitchen fireplace.
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“At the modern visitor centre, education staff illustrates the interesting details of maple making, and visitors can enjoy the new Science of Maple exhibit!” adds Ives. Students can also participate with various hands-on activities; try a brace and bit drill, carry pails of sap using an old-fashioned yoke and taste some pure maple sugar. The Homestead’s maple programs are appropriate for any age, explains Ives. “We tailor our program to meet the appropriate grade level and curriculum links, or special interests that the group may have. The sweet subject matter is interesting to everyone. This program is often of interest to Girl Guide and Scout troops, early years groups, seniors’ groups, day camps, church groups, New Canadians and many others. Our maple programs are also available en francais on select days.” Bookings are available for half day (1.5 hour) or full day (4 hour) programs. The maple syrup experience can also be combined with one of the Homestead’s other popular pioneer or nature programs. Pure local maple syrup, maple butter and maple sugar are offered for sale in the Homestead gift shop. Families are especially encouraged to come during March Break. “We’re so happy to be able to celebrate such a wonderful time of the year, especially with families,” said Ives. “Our program is very flexible and we can tailor the program to your needs.” Spaces are limited for this program, as the season only lasts a few weeks. To ensure your group is able to Award-winning musical entertainer attend, contact the Homestead to Ashley Moffat will be performing reserve a date; by calling 519-738-2029 at the Maple Syrup Festival or e-mail jrph@erca.org. on Sunday, March 4 The Homestead is located at 915 at the John R Park Homestead. County Road 50, at the corner of Iler Moffat specializes in children’s music Road on the lake shore. about nature and has a special song No group? Your family is invited to about maple syrup. attend the Homestead’s maple public Please visit LittleMissMoffatMusic.com events. Please visit ERCA.org/maple for more information. for the complete schedule.
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Health & Wellness
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HELPING KIDS FIND HOBBIES Hobbies can enrich the lives of children. Finding the right activity may require some patience on the part of parents and youngsters alike.
Much like adults can benefit from participating in hobbies, children can reap rewards from engaging in hobbies. According to the Child Development Institute, hobbies give children a chance to express themselves. The CDI also notes that hobbies can play an important role in children’s self-discovery and boost their self-esteem. Some children may discover hobbies on their own, requiring little if any assistance on the part of their parents. For example, some kids may display an interest in music that parents, even those with no such musical inclination, can foster by purchasing certain instruments. But some children may need a little more prompting, and parents can take certain steps to help their youngsters find rewarding hobbies.
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INVOLVE KIDS IN YOUR OWN HOBBIES Kids look up to their parents and often want to emulate what their mothers and fathers do. If possible, involve children in your own hobbies. Gardeners can teach their youngsters how to grow and tend to a garden, while painters can host family painting nights where everyone is encouraged to create their own masterpiece. Parents whose hobbies are more adult-oriented, like woodworking, can still involve their children. For example, work with children to design a new item, then show them how the item goes from paper to finished product; just avoid allowing them to use any unsafe tools or machines.
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LET KIDS CHOOSE AN ACTIVITY While some children might take to hobbies their parents favor, others might need to be given some freedom to find their own activities. Afford youngsters this chance, recognizing that it might take some time before kids find an activity that genuinely sparks their passion. BE A SOURCE OF ENCOURAGEMENT Some hobbies may prove more difficult than kids first imagined, requiring some perseverance before they can be enjoyed fully. In such instances, observe youngsters while they engage in the activity. If they appear to be enjoying themselves but are periodically frustrated, encourage them to keep trying. If kids appear to be disinterested in overcoming any struggles, then they might benefit by pursuing another hobby. DON’T HESITATE TO FOCUS ON FUN Hobbies can teach kids valuable lessons and provide a sense of fulfillment, but it’s important that parents not overlook the importance of fun in regard to their children’s hobbies. Hobbies can provide children with the same respite from busy schedules that they do adults, and that break should be as fun as possible.
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Centennial Scholarship Fund In celebration of its 100 years of Service Above Others, the Rotary Club of Windsor (1918) has announced the creation of its Rotary Club of Windsor (1918) Centennial Scholarship Fund at the WindsorEssex Community Foundation. Created to support alumni from the Rotary’s Youth Exchange program, the scholarship aims to support the post-secondary education of students who have lived with host families in another country for a full academic year. In addition to learning a new language, these young adults have discovered another culture, met new people, and made friendships that will last a lifetime. “The WECF is happy to work in partnership with the Rotary Club of Windsor (1918) to support the post-secondary education of Rotary Youth Exchange Students,” says executive director Lisa Kolody. “These students have been immersed in another country’s educational system and culture and are well-suited to use their newly-acquired cultural understanding as they move towards furthering their education.” “Exposure to different cultures ranks as one of the most powerful ways to promote international understanding and peace,” adds Janet Kelly, chairperson of the Centennial Legacy Committee at the Rotary Club of Windsor (1918). “Worldwide, the Rotary Youth Exchange program provides thousands of young students with the opportunity to meet people from other countries and to experience new cultures, planting the seeds for a lifetime of international understanding. We are proud to be able to offer scholarships to deserving students through our newly-created Centennial Scholarship Program at the WindsorEssex Community Foundation.”
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Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association Horse Camp Fun 2018 for children ages 5-7 and 8-14 years that love horses! Assisting children to ride and care for horses in a safe and fun environment. Themed Days. Integrated camps for kids of all abilities. Please call 519-726-7682 or visit WETRA.ca for more information.
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Food & Nutrition
FEBRUARY IS HEART MONTH
Celebrate with healthy habits Many risk factors for heart disease and stroke are in your control, including diet. With February being Heart Month, consider the following ways to help keep your heart healthy:
QUINOA BOWLS WITH GOLDEN TUMERIC CAULIFLOWER Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Serves: 4
Maintain a healthy weight. Keeping your weight in check isn’t easy, but the payoff to your heart is worth it. Managing your weight through diet and exercise can help reduce high blood pressure.
Ingredients: • 1 small head cauliflower (about 1 lb/450 g), trimmed and cut into bite-size florets, about 5 cups • 4 tbsp (60 mL) Becel with Avocado Oil margarine, melted and divided • 1 small red onion, chopped • 1 cup (250 mL) uncooked quinoa • 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh mint • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) turmeric • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground cumin • 1 large avocado, peeled and sliced • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Reduce stress. Stress can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke — and even that’s something to stress over. Everyone can get stressed from time to time, so learn what your stressors are and find coping strategies. Get moving. Exercise does much more than get your heart rate up. Adding regular activity into your routine can also help manage weight, encourage healthy eating habits and reduce stress. Eat well. Making heart healthy choices doesn’t have to be boring or bland. Including more plant-based foods in your routine is a good place to begin. Start with simple swaps like using Becel margarine in place of butter. Celebrate Heart Month with this tasty Quinoa Bowl or visit Becel.ca for more delicious, plant-based recipes
Try dairy-free, vegan muffins that everyone will love These mouth-watering muffins made with shredded coconut and banana are just what you need to perk up your taste buds in the morning. “Dairy-free coconut milk kefir lends that slight tanginess you’d normally get from buttermilk, along with a delicious coconut flavor. You’d never know these tender muffins were vegan!” says Michelle Pennock, executive chef for President’s Choice. “For the best texture, stir the batter just until the flour is no longer visible — overmixing crushes air bubbles, which results in dense muffins.”
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Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Combine cauliflower and 4 tsp (20 mL) margarine and arrange on two-thirds of a rimmed baking sheet. Combine red onion and 2 tsp (10 mL) margarine and arrange on remaining third of baking sheet. Roast until cauliflower is browned and slightly crispy and onion is tender; about 25 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, cook quinoa according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and stir in mint. Combine remaining margarine, turmeric, cumin and red pepper flakes and stir into quinoa. Divide quinoa between 4 bowls. Top each evenly with cauliflower, red onion and avocado. Source: NewsCanada.com
Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Mist 12-count muffin tin with cooking spray. Set aside. 2. Whisk together flour, sugar, coconut, baking soda, baking powder and salt in large bowl. Set aside. 3. Whisk together bananas, kefir, coconut oil and vanilla in separate large bowl. Add to flour mixture; stir just until no white streaks remain.
VEGAN COCONUT KEFIR BANANA MUFFINS Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Makes: 12 muffins Ingredients: 2 cups (500 mL) all-purpose flour 1 cup (250 mL) granulated sugar 1 cup (250 mL) unsweetened shredded coconut 2 tsp (10 mL) baking soda 1 tsp (5 mL) baking powder 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt 2 ripe bananas, mashed 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) PC dairy-free kefir probiotic fermented coconut milk 1/4 cup (50 mL) cold-pressed liquid coconut oil 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract
4. Divide among the wells of prepared muffin tin. Bake until tops are golden and toothpick inserted in centres comes out clean; about 30 minutes. Let cool in muffin tin for 15 minutes. Chef’s tip: To freeze muffins, let them cool completely on a rack, then transfer to an airtight container or resealable freezer bag and freeze for up to one month. For extra protection against freezer burn, you can wrap the muffins individually in plastic wrap or foil before placing in the container or bag. Thaw muffins in the fridge overnight or microwave straight from frozen until warmed through; about 20 to 30 seconds. Nutritional information per muffin: Calories 212; total fat 7 g; saturated fat 6 g; sodium 361 mg; carbohydrates 35 g; fibre 2 g; sugars 18 g; protein 2 g. Source: NewsCanada.com
Serve breakfast in bed this Valentine’s Day Serving breakfast in bed on Valentine’s Day is a romantic way to begin this day that has become synonymous with affection and romance. Of course, pouring a bowl of cereal and bringing it upstairs won’t have the same impact as whipping up a homemade breakfast. Those who want to impress their sweethearts this Valentine’s Day and start the day off right can prepare the following recipe for ‘Strawberry-Glazed French Toast with Sweetened Sour Cream’, courtesy of Betty Rosbottom’s Sunday Brunch (Chronicle Books).
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STRAWBERRY-GLAZED FRENCH TOAST WITH SWEETENED SOUR CREAM Serves: 4 • 8 1-inch-thick bread slices, cut from a country or peasant loaf (see Note 1) • 2 cups half-and-half • 4 egg yolks • 3 tablespoons light brown sugar • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, plus 1/2 teaspoon • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter • 1/2 cup sour cream • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar • 1/3 cup strawberry jam or preserves (see Note 2) 1. Arrange a rack at center position and preheat the oven to 400ºF. Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and bake until dry and very lightly browned, about 8 minutes per side. Watch carefully so that the bread does not burn. Remove the bread from the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 200ºF. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the half-and-half, egg yolks, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon vanilla, and cinnamon. Pour the mixture into a shallow pan (a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish works well). Add the toasted bread slices and soak them 4 minutes per side. Remove to a large plate or platter. 3. Place a large, heavy frying pan over low to medium heat. Add about 2 teaspoons of the butter, or enough to coat the bottom of the pan lightly. When melted, add enough bread slices to fit comfortably in a single layer. Cook slowly until the slices are golden brown and crisp on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. Remove to a baking sheet and place in the warm oven. Repeat, adding more butter to the pan as needed until all the bread slices have been sautéed. 4. In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream, granulated sugar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. 5. When ready to serve, spread each toast with a thin coating of strawberry jam and top with a dollop of sweetened sour cream. Note 1: The best bread for this dish is an unsliced loaf of good-quality peasant or country bread, preferably one without an extra-hard crust. One that is rectangular, rather than round, is more convenient, but either will do. Cut off the ends of the loaf, and reserve for another use. Then slice the bread into 1-inch-thick slices. If your loaf is large and the slices seem large, cut them in half.
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Note 2: You can try other jams, preserves or marmalades. Cherry, raspberry or peach preserves and orange marmalade are other possibilities. Windsor Parent | February 2018
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