The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted family life in many ways from school and childcare closures, working from home and physical distancing. These are challenging times, especially for parents. The following strategies can help parents and caregivers adjust to the many changes they are facing.
Hand Washing:
The best way to keep children healthy is by keeping their hands clean. Babies and children often put their hands in their mouth, which puts them at risk of getting sick and spreading germs.
Cleaning:
- Clean high touch surfaces frequently with regular household cleaners or diluted bleach;
- Change how you greet one another - instead of a handshake, hug or kiss give a friendly wave;
- Clean toys and surfaces more often.
Parenting Tips
Support and engage with your children
Create a flexible but consistent daily routine so children know what to expect.
Create opportunities for quality one-on-one time with each child |
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Be Kind, Calm and Patient With Your Children's Behaviours – Keeping it Positive |
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Support and Engage With Your Children – Structure Up |
Create a flexible but consistent daily routine so children know what to expect. |
Take Care of Yourself – Keep Calm and Manage Stress |
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Talk to Your Kids About COVID-19 in an Age Appropriate Way |
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Visit the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website for more information on Parenting during COVID-19.
Check out these great sites for parenting tips and family activities during COVID-19:
To talk about parenting, please call the Health Unit’s Family Health Information Line at 705-474-1400 ext. 5351. For more information on parenting, visit our parenting page.