Twelve years ago when I was pregnant with my first child I remember being given a leaflet about Stem Cell collection at a baby show. I had no idea what it was about really, just that it was an expensive process. The leaflet went in the recycling and that was that. I don’t know anyone who […]
Choosing a pram, pushchair or stroller can be one of those things that totally consumes parents or soon to be parents. Many of us go through a range of criteria before arriving at a decision. Some want what every other parent in their social circle has, some have a specific brand or model in mind […]
Sleep. It’s a naughty word in our house to be honest. Mainly because in the last 11 years I’ve not had that much of it. To say I get irritated when other parents gloat about their babies and children who have been sleeping through since they left the womb would be an understatement. We’ve always […]
Feeding children can either be utterly satisfying or completely soul destroying. There is nothing more lovely than preparing a meal from scratch and watching your family devour it before your eyes. It’s one of those moments that makes you feel as if you are winning at parenting. You’ve cooked a nutritious meal with delicious, healthy […]
Whether you are looking for things to do over the summer holidays, a half term, or just looking to fill time with pre-schoolers, there are plenty of alternatives to screen time. Here are just a few ideas. Skim stones – in the sea, a lake, a stream etc Ride a bike or scooter Visit a […]
If you suspect your child has anaemia, get a proper diagnosis from a doctor before you begin treatment. Anaemia can be temporary or chronic, mild or life-threatening. It has many causes, and treatment depends on cause.
One of the things I constantly say to myself and others is how quickly children change and how fast a moment is gone. Talking to other parents, we are all wondering the same – where does the time go? How will we remember these early years? Sometimes as a parents you blink and you miss […]
I’ve written many times on the blog about the importance of children learning to swim and how I believe it’s a vital life skill. A big part of learning to swim involves developing water confidence. We know how important it is for our children to be water confident. It’s a life skill ultimately, and I feel […]