Home Safety Checklist

Use this list to go through your home to make sure it is safe for your child. Get down at your child’s level to see things from their perspective. 

Kitchen

  • Chairs and step stools are away from the counters, sink, microwave, stove and open windows 
  • Household cleaners, medications, vitamins and other poisons are out of reach or locked up 
  • Knives, scissors and other sharp utensils are out of reach or in a drawer with a child safety latch 
  • Anchor the stove to the floor with an anti-tip bracket 
  • The stove’s back burners are used when cooking 
  • Hot food and drinks are kept away from edges of tables and counters 
  • Appliance cords are out of reach 
  • Plastic bags and food items small enough to cause choking are kept away from babies and toddlers 
  • A fire extinguisher is conveniently located and you know how to use it

A first aid kit with a key in the lock.

Bathroom

  • Medicines and cleaners are stored in a locked medicine cabinet or well out of a child’s reach
  • Use protective plug covers on electrical outlets 
  • Hair dryers, curling irons and other electrical appliances are unplugged and out of a child’s reach 
  • Non-slip mat or decals are used in the bathtub 
  • An infant bath ring or bath seat is not used 
  • The hot water is no hotter than 49 C (120 F) 

Child’s Room

  • The crib is in good condition, made after 1986 and has been checked for recalls 
  • Mattress fits snugly without gaps to prevent a small head from getting caught 
  • No bumper pads, pillows, quilts, duvets or toys in the crib 
  • Beds and cribs are placed away from the window and any electrical cords 
  • Dresser and bookcases are anchored securely 
  • Diaper changing products (e.g., pins, powders, wipes, oil, etc.) are stored away from babies and small children 
  • Window coverings are cordless or secured using a tie-down device up high on the wall. Securely attach tension devices supplied with corded window coverings 
  • The toy chest has ventilation holes and a lid that can be opened from the inside
Check out Health Canada’s Is Your Child Safe? Sleep Time for more information.

Living Room

  • TV sets, bookcases and furniture are anchored securely to the wall 
  • Sharp corners and edges on tables have been covered with soft cushioning 
  • Fireplaces and wood stoves have fixed safety guards around them 
  • Matches and fire starters are out of reach of children 
  • Windows and sliding doors have safety locks 
  • Poisonous houseplants have been removed 
  • Blind and drapery cords are cut or tied up high 
  • Furniture, such as side tables and couches, is away from windows 
  • Non-slip mats are used under rugs

Around the Home

  • Smoke alarms are installed outside all sleeping areas and on each level of your home. Test them monthly by pressing and holding the test button. Change batteries every six months. 

Safety Tip

Having a smoke alarm in each bedroom is the safest choice.

A person tests their smoke alarm.

  • Carbon monoxide detectors are installed outside each sleeping area and on each level of your home
  • Electrical cords are secured out of reach
  • Outlet covers are used on electrical outlet
  • Window coverings are cordless or secured using a tie-down device up high on the wall. Securely attach tension devices supplied with corded window coverings. 
  • Damaged window screens should be replaced; every window should have a screen 
  • Hazardous products like medications, cleaners, laundry pods, chemicals, alcohol, cigarettes and marijuana products are kept locked up and out of child’s reach 
  • Child’s surroundings have been cleared of small objects that could cause choking
  • A wall-mounted safety gate is installed at the top of stairs and a pressure-mounted gate is used at the bottom of stairs 
A baby standing next to a safety gate blocking the stairs

  • Doorknob covers are placed on doorknobs to stop a child from opening doors to unsafe areas 
  • Hot tap water temperature is no hotter than 49 C (120 F) 
  • Wading pools and buckets are emptied when not in use
  • Swimming pools are surrounded by four-sided fencing with a self-closing and locking safety gate. Check your local bylaws for fencing and gate requirements. 
  • Emergency phone numbers, including Manitoba Poison Centre (1-855-776-4766), are kept in or near your phone. 
  • Fans should always have a front cover on them to avoid injuries

Protect Your Family From the Flu

What is the flu (influenza)? 

The flu is a respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus. It is most common between October and April. 

What are the symptoms of the flu? 

Typical influenza symptoms include: 

  • sudden fever 
  • chills and shakes 
  • headache 
  • muscle aches 
  • extreme fatigue 
  • dry cough and sore throat 
  • loss of appetite 
  • nausea and upset stomach may also occur, especially in young children 

Visit Caring for Kids for information on how you can help your child if they have the flu. Click here to know when to care for your child at home and when to seek medical attention. 

How can I keep my child safe?

Flu viruses change from year to year, so people do not stay immune for very long. That’s why it’s so important for you and your family to get the flu shot every year. Flu shots provide protection throughout the flu season. The flu vaccine is safe for children six months of age and older. It is also safe and highly recommended for pregnant people. 

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How can I help prevent the spread of the flu? 

Frequent handwashing and keeping your kids home from school/daycare when they are ill are two important ways to reduce the spread of viruses and germs. It is important to teach kids to wash their hands after coughing, sneezing or wiping their nose. Teach your kids how to wash their hands with these four easy steps. Other ways to prevent the spread of the flu include: 

  • Teaching your child to cover their nose and mouth with tissues when they sneeze or cough, or to cough into their upper sleeve or elbow 
  • Avoid sharing cups, utensils or towels until they have been washed 
  • Making sure your child receives all the recommended vaccines 

(reprinted with permission of Caring for Kids) 

Where can I get a flu shot in Manitoba? 

Everyone aged six months and older can get a seasonal flu and COVID-19 vaccine. Manitoba’s online vaccine finder and Protect our People shows locations where vaccines are currently available, including:  

  • Doctors’ offices 
  • Call your local pharmacy:
    • to find out if they are giving the flu, COVID-19 and pneumococcal vaccines 
    • to ask if you need to make an appointment 
    • to ask what age they provide vaccines to adults and children 
  • Walk-in clinics 
  • Nursing Stations or Health Centres 

You can also book an appointment at a public health-run vaccine clinic online through the Petal System or by calling the vaccine line at 1 844 MAN VACC (1 844 626 8222) Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 

Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding – Good for Baby, Good for You

Breastfeeding/chestfeeding gives your baby the best possible start and is good for you as well. Exclusive breastfeeding/chestfeeding is recommended for your baby for the first six months of life. You can continue to breastfeed/chestfeed your baby for two years or longer. 

Breastfeeding/chestfeeding is more than just feeding your baby. It provides closeness and warmth which helps to create a special bond between you and your baby. This nurturing helps your baby grow and develop. 

Breastmilk/Chestmilk – Nature’s Superfood 

Breastmilk/chestmilk provides almost everything your baby needs to grow healthy and strong. 

Breastmilk/chestmilk:  

  • is easiest for your baby to digest 
  • is always available and ready to go – no preparation is required 
  • has all the nutrients, calories and fluids your baby needs to grow and develop 
  • changes over time to meet the needs of your growing baby 
  • helps protect your baby from lung, ear and stomach infections 
  • helps prevent allergies, diabetes, eczema, some cancers and obesity 
  • can reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)  

Your breastfed/chestfed baby does not need any water, juice, pop, sugar water, cereal, formula or any other foods. The only extra thing you need to give baby in the first six months is vitamin D daily. Once your baby is six months old, you can keep breastfeeding/chestfeeding and start introducing solid foods. 

Did you know? 

It is safe to get the COVID-19 vaccine when you are pregnant or breastfeeding/chestfeeding.

Evidence shows that antibodies are passed through the placenta, umbilical cord and breastmilk/chestmilk which protects your baby from COVID-19. So, if you haven’t got the shot, see COVID-19 Vaccine – Province of Manitoba  for more information, including where you can get it. 

Why Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding is Good for You 

  • Breastfeeding/chestfeeding helps your body recover from childbirth. You will have less bleeding and it helps your uterus return to its normal size. 
  • It may help protect you from breast cancer, ovarian cancer and osteoporosis later in life. 
  • Breastfeeding/chestfeeding can delay the return of your period and temporarily be used as a form of birth control. This is called the Lactation Amenorrhea Method (LAM). Lactation means your body is making breast milk/chestmilk and amenorrhea means you aren’t having a monthly period. Breastfeeding/chestfeeding hormones may stop your body from releasing eggs. When you don’t release eggs, you can’t get pregnant. However, LAM only works if:
    • your baby is less than six months old 

AND 

  • your baby is only getting breastmilk/chestmilk (no formula, other type of liquid, or other type of food) 

AND 

  • your period has not returned. (This means you have not had vaginal bleeding for two or more days in a row (not counting bleeding during the first two months after giving birth) 

LAM does not work well if you don’t have all three of the above. Talk to your health-care provider to see if LAM is right for you. For more information see Alberta’s webpage on LAM. 

The longer you breastfeed/chestfeed, the greater the benefits will be to you and your baby. Breastfeeding/chestfeeding is recommended by: 

  • Health Canada
  • Canadian Paediatric Society
  • Dietitians of Canada 
  • Breastfeeding Committee for Canada

Breastfeeding/chestfeeding can go smoothly or take time to get the hang of. It is different for everyone and can take some practice. This is perfectly normal. If you need help, ask your nurse, doctor or midwife while you are still in your birthing centre or hospital. 

Once you go home you can ask your public health nurse, midwife, lactation specialist, primary care provider, knowledge keeper, health centre or nursing station pediatrician for help. 

Check out all our breastfeeding/chestfeeding information here  

Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding Resources 

  • Dial-a-Dietitian  

For more online breastfeeding/chestfeeding information visit: 

References: 

Tips for Self-Care

Pregnancy and having a new baby can be both exciting and stressful at the same time. You may be surprised by the time and energy it takes to look after your baby, even if it is not your first child. 

There are many ways of taking care of yourself that promote well-being and good mental health. Doing simple things every day can have a big impact on your well-being. This can help you prevent mental health challenges, cope with mental illness, and improve your quality of life overall. Many things that are good for our mental health and well-being are free and only take a few minutes! 

Here are some simple things that you can do: 

  • Take short breaks. Set aside time every day, even if it’s only 10 minutes, to care for yourself. Do something you enjoy, such as going for a walk, taking a bath, or reading. Even a short break can make a difference in your ability to cope. 
  • Build rest into your day: When you lack sleep, it is harder to function. Try to rest/sleep when baby sleeps. Even a short rest can help improve your day. For more tips, see How to build rest into your day.
  • Be kind to yourself. At times you may feel exhausted, frustrated, angry or irritable. It is normal to feel this way. Try to be patient with yourself and your baby as you are both learning. There are no perfect parents or babies, so try not to compare yourself to anyone else. Caring for your new baby is a process of learning – take it one day at a time. 
  • Breathe: Breathing is an amazing coping tool. Take three to 10 slow deep breaths in and out through your nose. This can help you feel calm and better able to handle tough situations. 
  • Think positive thoughts. Celebrate your accomplishments, even minor ones like bathing the baby. Keeping a positive outlook can help you bounce back from disappointments and challenges. Negative thinking tends to wear us down. Try keeping a journal to keep track of your accomplishments. 
  • Stay connected. It can be a challenge to get out of the house with a new baby. Many new parents feel isolated and lonely. If you are feeling this way, make a list of the people you can connect with. Reach out to others for company and support. There are also many parenting groups available. Check with your local Public Health Nurse, community centre or see Healthy Baby Community Support Programs. 

For more tips on self-care, check out: 

Abuse in Pregnancy

Abuse can happen any time, but it often starts or gets worse during pregnancy.  Abuse is when the abuser asserts power and control over another person. Gender-based violence is one term that is often used to describe different types of abuse, including that between romantic partners, family, social circles and others.

Abuse can take many forms, including verbal, emotional, psychological, sexual, physical, or financial. Emotional abuse can hurt just as much as physical violence; it can lower self-esteem and cause anxiety or depression. Living in an abusive environment can also lead to physical health problems from constant stress.

If this sounds like something that is happening to you or someone you know, it is important to get help now before the abuse gets worse.  

  • If you feel like you are in danger, call 911 or your local emergency number.
  • If you are in a crisis situation, or would like confidential support or information, call the Government of Manitoba’s 24-hour Gender-Based Violence Crisis and Information Line (24 Hour) at 1-877-977-0007 or visit their website, Stop The Violence


Types of abuse

Abuse can be physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, social, financial and digital (online).

is when someone:

  • hits you
  • holds or restrains you
  • uses a weapon or other objects to threaten or hurt you
  • takes away your assistive devices for a disability such as your guide dog or a cane
  • denies you access to a health care provider such as a doctor, nurse practitioner, midwife, or dentist

is when someone:

  • makes it hard for you to see your friends and/or family
  • blames you for the abuse
  • questions everything you do
  • controls how you spend your time
  • threatens to hurt a person or animal you care for
  • scares and threatens you

is when someone:

  • calls you names or puts you down
  • makes fun of you in the presence of others
  • will not talk to you (giving the silent treatment)
  • yells and calls you names

is when someone:

  • forces you to continue a pregnancy or have an abortion
  • demands sex or gets angry if you don’t want sex
  • unwanted sexual touching, forcing you to perform or submit to a sexual act

Even if you are married or engaged, a partner cannot force you to have sex

is when someone:

  • belittles you about your spiritual beliefs 
  • does not allow you to attend your place of worship 
  • forces you to participate in religious activities or organizations 

is when someone:

  • limits your access to your family finances
  • spends all the family money

is when someone:

  • stalks you on the internet
  • constantly texts you to know what you are doing
  • tracks your phone and your phone calls without your consent
  • emails or texts you inappropriate pictures
  • verbally or emotionally abuses you online (through social media)


If you are being abused, you may:

  • feel sad and alone
  • feel scared
  • suffer pain and injuries
  • lose your baby (miscarry)
  • blame yourself
  • feel bad about yourself
  • turn to drugs, alcohol or food to cope
  • develop depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder
  • suffer from sleep disorders, eating disorders, panic disorders, substance dependence, antisocial personality disorders, psychosis.
  • not have the option to ask your partner to use condoms during sex. This can increase the chance of exposure to a sexually transmitted infection. When pregnant, these types of infections can impact your baby’s health. If you are concerned that you may have been exposed to a sexually transmitted infection, ask your doctor to test you (this testing can happen during pregnancy or at delivery).

If you are being abused, your baby:

  • may be born prematurely; 
  • may be underweight; 
  • may have health problems.

After birth, your baby may experience violence or see violent acts. Abuse can harm your baby’s emotional well-being and health. Once abuse starts, it usually gets worse. You may feel like you have to “walk on eggshells” in order to keep the peace and stay safe.


Resources

Reference

What is Tummy Time? Why Should my Baby do it?

As a new parent you probably have heard about putting your baby on their back for every nap and sleep. What you might not have heard, is that you also need to put your baby on their tummy everyday while they are awake. This prevents your baby from developing a flat spot on their head (also known as plagiocephaly).

The soft spots on your baby’s head

  • Your baby’s skull is made up of many bones that protect and support the brain. At birth these bones are not joined together firmly. This allows baby’s head to change shape so it can pass through the birth canal.
  • Babies are born with “soft spots” (called fontanelles) on their heads to allow for rapid growth of their brains and skulls. 
  • Your baby will have two main soft spots:
    • one on back of the head, which generally closes by one to two months of age.
    • one on the top of the head, which generally closes between nine to 18 months of age.

Did you know?

  • You may be able to see your baby’s pulse when you look at the top soft spot.
  • If your baby is very dehydrated the top soft spot will look sunken.

Why do flat spots happen?

  • Because newborns neck muscles are weak and their skulls are not firmly joined yet.
  • When your baby lays in one position for too long it puts pressure on their bones which cause the flat spot. This can happen if they sleep for long periods in one position. 
  • This can also start before the baby is born from the way they are positioned inside your uterus.

A baby lying on their tummy, looking up at a stuffed giraffe.

What can I do to prevent flat spots?

When your baby is awake

  • Give them supervised tummy time every day for two to three minutes at a time. Many babies will not like tummy time at first, but as they grow stronger, they will enjoy it. You can start this the first day you get home from the hospital.
  • Make it fun by getting on the floor and playing at their level.
  • Put a toy or mirror in front of them.
  • As your baby gets used on being on their tummy, do it a bit longer each day. Don’t be afraid to do it a few times a day.
  • You can try lying on your back with baby on your chest facing you; this encourages them to lift their head to look at you.

Position changes throughout the day

  • Try holding your baby or wear your baby rather than putting them in a carrier seat. This allows your baby to be close to you and look around.
  • Try putting your baby in a side lying position when playing on the floor with them. You can put a rolled towel behind their back to prop them up. Be sure to change sides and supervise.
  • Alternate which hip you use to carry your baby. This encourages looking, turning and balancing.

When your baby is asleep

Always put them to sleep on their back. Your baby will naturally turn their head towards you, so alternate the direction your baby lies in the crib. This will encourage them to turn their head in different directions and avoid resting in the same position all the time.

Tummy time helps your baby develop head control and strengthen their upper body. This prepares them for pushing up onto their hands and knees, which leads to rolling and crawling. This leads to more exploring and learning!

A baby doing tummy time while lying on an adult.

What if my baby doesn’t like tummy time?

  • Make sure they are not hungry or tired before you start.
  • Try laying your baby on your chest.
  • Keep your baby company by getting down to their level and talk to them.

How will I know if my baby has a flat spot?

  • You may be able to see it.
  • If you notice your baby always looks in one direction, check to see if a flat spot is forming.
  • Your health care provider will check during your baby’s regularly scheduled appointments.
  • If you are concerned ask your public health nurse or health care provider to assess your baby’s head and neck.

What can I do if my baby has a flat spot? 

Not all flat spots can be prevented. Most can be. If your health-care provider notices a flat spot, they will check the muscles in your baby’s neck. If needed, your baby may be referred to physiotherapy.

Reference

Immunization: for Adults

By staying up to date with your immunizations you are protecting yourself, your family and your community. 

Immunizations: 

  • are safe and effective 
  • protect against diseases caused by germs such as bacteria or viruses 
  • are also known as a shot, needle, booster, vaccine or vaccination 

Why do adults need immunizations? 

  • Adults who did not receive all their immunizations as children may be at risk of getting diseases such measles, mumps or pertussis (whooping cough). 
  • Some immunizations, such as tetanus (lockjaw) and diphtheria, need booster (helper) shots. 
  • If you are not up to date with your immunizations and have a newborn who is not fully immunized, you can infect your baby with diseases. 

What adult immunizations do I need? 

See Routine Immunization Schedules – Province of Manitoba for the most up-to-date information.

For a full list of all adult immunizations see Immunize.ca 

All people in Manitoba who are six months old and older are encouraged to get their free flu vaccine and keep up with all recommended shots. You can get the flu vaccine at the same time as other vaccines, including the COVID-19 vaccine. This vaccine is especially important for people who are at higher risk of getting COVID-19 or becoming very sick, as well as their caregivers and close friends and family. 

Even if you’re not at higher risk, you can still get the COVID-19 vaccine.  

 For COVID-19 immunization information visit: Province of Manitoba – COVID-19 and Protect Our People MB

How do I get a copy of my immunization record?  

You can get your immunization record by submitting a request via the e-form: Immunization Update Request Form 

You may also be able to get a copy by: 

  1. contacting your local public health office 
  2. checking if your local medical clinic or doctor’s office can provide them to you
  3. asking at a local nursing station or health centre 

References

Immunization: In Pregnancy

Why should I get immunized? 

Immunization is one of the best ways to protect you, your family and your community. Pregnancy is a great time to ask your health-care provider if you are up to date with all your immunizations (also called vaccines). By staying up to date with your immunizations you are protecting yourself and passing on the protection to your unborn baby. This also protects your newborn baby for the first few months of life. Your baby will start receiving immunizations at two months of age.  

Immunizations: 

  • are safe and effective 
  • protect against diseases caused by germs such as bacteria or viruses 
  • are also known as a shot, needle, booster, vaccine, or vaccination 

Safety Tip 

It’s important for all members of your household to have up-to-date routine vaccinations, including pertussis, to protect your baby. Newborns can catch infections easily and get very sick, especially in their first months. 

When is the best time to update my vaccines? 

Vaccines best given before or during pregnancy: 

  • COVID-19
    • Evidence shows that the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines are safe to get during pregnancy and will not harm your unborn baby. COVID- 19 vaccines:
      • are recommended at any stage in pregnancy. 
      • are very effective at reducing the risk of severe illness, hospitalization and death. 
      • can help prevent pregnancy complications for parent and baby. 
      • decrease the risk that you will develop COVID-19 and expose your baby. 
  • Influenza (Flu
    • Immunization against influenza (flu) during pregnancy is recommended for all pregnant people, especially during flu season (November to April). 
    • Flu is more likely to cause severe illness in pregnant people than in people who are not pregnant. 
  • Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap)  
    • Pregnant people should be immunized with the Tdap vaccine in EVERY pregnancy 
    • You should get the vaccine between 27 to 32 weeks of pregnancy, although it can be given at any time during pregnancy. 
    • This protects your newborn baby for the first few months of life. 

Vaccines best given before you get pregnant or after you deliver: 

Where can I get immunized? 

  • your regular health-care provider; if you do not have one, you can use the Family Doctor Finder
  • at a walk-in/same day clinic
  • nursing station or health centre  

What if I’m traveling out of the country? 

If you are planning a trip, talk to your immunization provider or visit your local travel health clinic at least six weeks prior to your expected departure to see what vaccines may be recommended. Vaccines for travel purposes are not publicly funded by Manitoba Health. For more information about travel vaccines, advice and advisories, visit: 

Did you know?

You can request a copy of your immunization record at Your Immunization Record Matters 

See what’s next:

Baby’s First Year of Immunizations  

For more information: 

A Parent’s Guide to your Child’s First Words

As with all stages of child development, there is a range during which children develop their skills. So, if your child is not doing everything at every stage, it is not necessarily cause for concern. However, a wait-and-see approach is not necessarily the best either, especially when early intervention can make a difference.

Lisa Fehr, a speech-language pathologist with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, often tells parents that a child’s language development can be compared to climbing a set of stairs, with a child at the bottom and moving up one step at a time. 

Babies start reacting to sound right at birth. At around four to six months, they will start cooing or “talking,” followed by babbling at around six to 12 months. 

You will usually hear your baby’s first words at around 12 to 18 months. As your child continues up the steps, you should be seeing them using around 50 single words by 18 to 24 months. By 24 months, children start to use some two-word phrases, such as “Ahdah mama” (“All done mama”) or “Wawa peas” (“Water please”). 

The words and sounds of a two-year-old are not necessarily spoken clearly, but this is normal. From two to three years of age, you should be seeing a rapid change in speech and language development, with an increasing vocabulary and use of language. At this stage, you should be wondering, “Where did our child even learn certain words?”

By three years of age, you should understand your child’s speech 75 per cent of the time, and they should be telling you short stories, and using three-and four-word phrases (“Me goed to the pawk (park)”, “Her is awdone (all done) now”). Their speech may not be completely perfect yet, but that is still okay. 

From four to five years of age, children are gaining more and more words, ideas and concepts, and should be able to express themselves with longer sentences and in a smooth, clear way. They should understand your questions and directions and their speech should be understood almost all the time by an unfamiliar listener. That is a lot of stairs, in a short time.

Here are a few tips to help your child’s speech and language development:

  1. Limit screen time according to the Canadian Pediatric Society’s recommendations. That means no screen time (TV/tablet/phone) for children up to two years of age and limited screen time (less than one hour per day) for children between two to five years of age.
    We don’t talk much when we look at a screen and the same goes for your child. This is a tough one in this day and age, but children learn how to communicate through active play and engagement with the people and things in their world.
  2. Provide lots of verbal input to your child. Talk to them all the time about what you’re doing, what they’re doing, what you’re seeing and hearing and where you’re going. Talk throughout your day. Talk to them in the language you are most comfortable. When you talk to your child, wait for them to do or say something in response. Mealtime, bathtime, playtime, driving, walking, shopping are all opportunities for your child to learn words.
  3. Use books right from birth with your child. Use them to snuggle up and enjoy some time together. Aim to read at least one book every day. Use the library. Don’t feel you have to read the entire book. Look at the pictures and name the items on the page. Even if your child is only interested in one page, that is still a great start and a great way to learn words and ideas.
    The stories and books you share in the early years shape your child’s: 
    • understanding of the world 
    • sense of humour, compassion and interests

Sharing your own traditional stories, songs and poems in your home language helps your children understand your culture and family values.

Did you know?

If at any point your child’s speech and language seems to be “stuck” on a stair or moves down a stair (regresses), or if you have concerns, it is likely time to talk to a professional.

Talk with your health-care provider to find out about speech-language pathologists/clinical services in your region.

Lisa Fehr is a speech-language pathologist/clinical service leader with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority’s ACCESS Downtown. This column was originally published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Friday, December 4, 2018.