Do you like the idea of handmade gifts but never know what to make that people will want to receive? Here we have some fun, personal and inexpensive gifts that your friends and family are sure to appreciate! Hot Chocolate Kit A really easy gift that everyone will enjoy is a homemade hot […]
Christmas family fun guide
If you’re looking for fun activities to keep the whole family entertained and feeling festive, then look no further! Here is our ultimate guide to festive family fun! What to play Everyone loves to play board games at Christmas time, and if you’re looking for something new and different to play this year, […]
How to encourage children to get outside
Sometimes as the weather starts to get colder, children don’t want to be outside in the wet, dreary weather. But they need the exercise and they’re bouncing off the walls inside! Here are some fun things to do that will help get your children excited to wrap up warm and go for an autumnal adventure. […]
Great hobbies for kids to try
Are you looking for a new activity for your little one to get stuck into? Sometimes finding a new class or new hobbies for children to take up can be a great way to add some excitement to their weekly routine, and they might learn a great skill in the process. Here are some fun […]
Tips on introducing a new partner to your children
Family life has been changing with each new generation. An important factor contributing to this, is that many parents no longer stay in a relationship for the sake of the children. When the choices are staying in an unhappy relationship versus separated co-parents who are happier, children benefit more from happy parents as opposed […]
When parenting gets overwhelming
As we all know, parenting is the most challenging, overwhelming and tiring job. Every step we take will, in some way, form our children, leaving an imprint on their futures. Even as I sit here trying to write, my children distract and disturb me every three minutes… ‘Did I eat enough?’ ‘Can I […]
Anxiety in children and tips for how to cope with it
The world is jointly becoming more conscious and aware of mental health. But are we shedding enough light on how this can affect children? Below are the common types of anxiety in children and ways to manage it. Separation anxiety Upset or anxious feelings when being left by parents or caregivers at playschool […]
Mindfulness for kids
Life creeps up on us and can take us on a roller-coaster of chores, jobs, tasks, responsibilities and errands. Each day we try and pack more and more into every single hour. Endless lists needing to be worked off. Multitasking helps us cut corners timewise but the downside is that we cannot give our […]
Building your child’s immune system
People all around the world are constantly being exposed to bacteria and viruses. As parents, we want to do the best we can to protect our children from illness. That doesn’t just mean shielding them from people and places. There is more you can do. Strengthening your child’s immune system should be the very first […]
Back to school
As parents receive word regarding the reopening of schools, and little ones start to return to school, emotions remain mixed and uncertainty prevails. While some parents are overly (and understandably) delighted to get their children back out into school where they can continue to learn at the hands of a trained professional and not […]
