Toilet training can be a daunting task for many families out there today. It is hard to know when your child is ready to stop using nappies and also how to get them in the habit of using the potty and remembering that they no longer wear a nappy. It is very important to remember […]
What Is Attachment Parenting?
Attachment parenting is a term that most parents have heard of but are probably not quite sure what it means or entails. Some parents have probably learned a little about it but have dismissed it and declared, “That’s not for me. I can’t follow all those rules.” But what is attachment parenting really about? We’ve […]
5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Stop Bickering
If you’re a parent of two or more children, you’ll definitely agree that siblings will be bickering about anything and everything. Whether it’s about who got the Legos first or someone sitting too close to someone else, the bickering can seem non-stop. We’re sure you still remember the time when you were a child and […]
What You Need For A Newborn Baby
Congratulations on your pregnancy! You’re about to embark on a new journey that’s full of joy and excitement, with a little (or a lot) of anxiety mixed in. Being a new mom in the age of the Internet and social media means you’re bombarded with so much information, including what items people say are a […]
4 Easy Activities to Keep Your Toddler Busy
We know that toddlers have boundless energy and sometimes, this energy can drive us up the wall. As mums, we also know that we don’t want to always give in to parking them in front of the telly when we need a breather. When you want to keep the peace (and your sanity) intact, here […]
Should Nursery Practitioners Get Paid The Same As Teachers?
The UK government is being pressured to put early years and nursery practitioners on the par with teachers in not only status but with pay also. A report has found that poor pay and the ever-increasing workload and the low status of is pushing early years staff/ nursery practitioners out of the early years sector. […]
10 Principles on Raising Children of Character
The character of a person is defined as “the mental and moral qualities distinct to an individual.” Sometimes, we hear the phrases, “he was a man of good character” or “that was out of character for her.” We know that a strong character is an important part of being a good and well-adjusted person. However, […]
5 Helpful Signs of Labour
You will know when you go into labour… Being pregnant for the first time can be a period of uncertainty and doubt for any woman. With all the excitement and happy anticipation also comes a fear of the unknown. One common concern of a first-time mum is, “How do I know when I’m about to […]
Do I Need to Breastfeed My Baby?
All mums and mums-to-be have undoubtedly heard about the benefits of breastfeeding and the wonders of breast milk. From providing all the necessary vitamins and nutrients a baby needs in the first six months of life, to reducing the risk of obesity in adulthood, breast milk has already been proven to be a baby’s best […]
Screen Time – How Much is Too Much?
In this day and age, it’s hard to find a parent who hasn’t had some sort of internal conflict regarding screen time – Should I allow my child to watch YouTube? Can I let her borrow my smartphone? Am I a horrible parent if I buy my 10-year-old her own Ipad? The questions are endless. […]