You might have read my article recently on moving from breast to bottle, you can find yourself trying all sorts of bottle types when you are trying to make the switch. Many look the same and make the same claims, but really it is just about establishing what works best for your little one. Once […]
Crafting with a toddler
I have written lots about how much the children enjoy craft activities. I’ve always endeavored to start them young and, like cooking, tried to look for ways for even the youngest of children to get involved. I know lots of people wait until the children are older and liable to make less mess but I feel that […]
How to choose your next house
You’ll probably know if you are ready to move. You may have run out of space or perhaps it is simply time for a change. You may well have even been looking around for a while. There’s a lot to do and much to consider. One the biggest questions you will face will be what […]
A, B, C; 1, 2, 3
As parents we all have our own ways and methods for teaching our children about letters and numbers. Numbers have always seemed easier for me to get across to the children and I think that is because from day one we have just counted everything. Stairs when we go up or down for example, peas […]
Moving Home Checklist: 5 things you should do before you move
Moving home is often described as one of the most stressful things you can do in your life. There are lots of big and important things you’ll need to do in a short time period such as preparing your mortgage, sorting the removal firm and packing your belongings away. There are however, also smaller, easier-to-forget […]
Improving dental hygiene…with water
Research has suggested that oral health is likely to mirror your overall health. So when your mouth is healthy, chances are so is the rest of you. Likewise, when your oral health is poor, you may have poorer health in general. We all know that we should brush effectively at least twice a day for […]
Creating a force field
The love that siblings have for each other is incredibly powerful and so special to watch. They may argue over a toy or wrestle each other to the ground They may compete with each other or even compete for my attention They may be momentarily cross with each other or they may bicker for hours […]
Easy free from pancakes
Pancake Day is fast approaching, Tuesday 9th February this year, for anyone that isn’t sure. What do you like on your pancakes? When I make them at home I get a range of requests for fillings from lemon and sugar, to jam, chocolate, banana, and my dad likes them with peanut butter and jam blurrrrrrrh! […]