Life is too busy now. It doesn't take a genius to see this! But for those people who have big families, or are trying to cope with the pressures of parenting while also working at the same time, it can feel like there is no break. And for those of a certain age, the act of parenting and working, while also being dealt the blow that their parents are ill, can feel like one … [Read more...]
Teaching Children to Stay Safe in the Big Wide World
It's a well-worn phrase that we've all heard and plenty of us have said: Kids today are wrapped up in cotton wool and not allowed to be kids anymore. People talk about the good old days, when children would be out playing in the woods all day long throughout the school holidays, without an adult or a mobile phone in sight, and would not be home till nightfall. Today, there … [Read more...]
Newborn Health Issues: What Do You Need To Worry About?
When it comes to having your first baby, you're going to be dealing with more emotions than you ever previously thought possible. The sheer levels of joy and euphoria that you'll be feeling are often matched only by the terror and confusion that come with them. Of course, the last thing you want is to spend all of your time panicking when all you really want to do is spend time … [Read more...]
6 Brilliant Gift Ideas For Grandparents Who Don’t Want Anything This Christmas
A majority of grandparents in the U.S. have no qualms spending money on their grandchildren. According to a survey of more than 1,904 American grandparents, it was found that 96% of respondents spent their money on their grandkids. The spending reaches a high point during the holidays as research revealed that while seniors will cut costs on party treats, they won't stop … [Read more...]
How You Can Play a Larger Part in Your Child’s Education
Nothing is more important than your child’s education. It’s what decides how they will grow and develop as people, so it’s only natural that you want to play a part in their education. But what steps should you take to make that a reality? It’s not always easy to know where to start, but being involved and getting the basics right is always a good idea. To help you do more … [Read more...]
Childproof Your Home In Five Easy Steps
We all know that your home is full of hazards that can injure your baby very easily – from sharp corners to open toilet seats, there are a number of things that adults are completely unaffected by that could cause severe injury or even death to small children. Here are some ways that you can make your home perfect for parenting... Make Their Room Restful First of all, the … [Read more...]