by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | May 11, 2026 | Parenting & Family Life
In rural communities across Bruce County and Grey-Bruce, strength is often measured quietly. It looks like continuing to get up before sunrise after yet another sleepless night up with young children. It looks like continuing to feed livestock during grief, financial...
by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | May 7, 2026 | Parenting & Family Life
When it comes to supporting our children’s emotions as parents, there always seems to be another expert offering advice. While these experts are often well-intentioned, parenting can quickly become overwhelming when the suggestions conflict. I struggle with how to...
by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | Dec 14, 2025 | Parenting & Family Life
Finding Balance: How to Care for Yourself While Being an Attuned Parent Parenting is a delicate balance between caring for your children and taking care of yourself. Many parents experience a push-and-pull between self-sacrifice and self-care: “I deserve to take some...
by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | Dec 12, 2025 | Parenting & Family Life
How We Speak to Ourselves Matters The way we talk to ourselves shapes our emotional well-being, our relationships with our children, and even how we parent. Self-talk—the ongoing inner dialogue we have with ourselves—can be supportive or critical, conscious or...
by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | Feb 18, 2025 | Parenting & Family Life
Childhood fears are a natural part of development, and understanding how to support your child through these anxieties is crucial. From monsters under the bed to worries about school performance, childhood fears evolve as children grow. As a parent, it can be...
by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | Feb 16, 2025 | Parenting & Family Life
Parenting a teenager can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. One minute, they’re seeking your advice; the next, they’re shutting you out. While teens naturally strive for independence, a strong secure attachment with their parents remains one of the most crucial...
