Managing food allergies 50% of children in the UK are affected by a food allergy. The symptoms can be sparse but also life-threatening. It is vital for all people working in a childcare setting to have an understanding of allergies and the symptoms. What causes allergies? Allergies are caused when the body reacts to an […]
Understanding Autism
What is autism? Autism is a disability that affects how people communicate and relate to other people. It is not a disability that goes, it is lifelong, and people can struggle to come to terms with it. It also affects the way they see the world. What should I do if a parent asks me […]
Giving Up Work Due To Childcare Costs
Survey shows that 1 in 5 UK parents are considering giving up work due to childcare costs. The family charity held a survey for 1,000 parents paying for childcare costs. 51% thought that the government needs to do more to help parents who can not afford childcare. Over half of those surveyed – 51% – […]
Advice on Helping Your Child Overcome Stuttering
Stuttering is a form of a speech disorder that is characterized by the abnormal flow of speech. It is very common in children where speech is broken by the inability to vocalize the beginning of words, frequent repetitions or by dragging out speech sounds. This condition can be provoking to children by blocking their communication […]