My mum has recently been in hospital for quite a lengthy stay and in fact at the time of writing this she has been in hospital for 18 days with no sign at the moment of her being discharged. Sixteen days ago on a Monday teatime I got a call from the alarm people that…
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Is My Child Ready for Nursery?
Read moreThis is a question thousands of parents ask themselves every year. There’s no simple answer to the question and for many, the right age is when parental leave ends. For some, the age of admission is later – at 3 or 4 in preparation for full-time school. Few children don’t thrive in a nursery setting.…
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How to Raise an Optimistic Child
Read moreOptimism is learned. It’s not something we’re born with – though some people do seem to have a more naturally positive disposition, it’s something which can be taught. That’s good news because research proves that optimistic people actually live longer! As a parent, of course you want your child to be happy and optimistic and…
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[AD] Childcare Offer for Wales Helping Working Parents Financially
Read moreIt is mid-December and I’m sure like me, a lot of you are right in the middle of getting ready for Christmas. As a father of five children it is not a cheap time of year. For us as a married couple the strain on our finances are worse during the Christmas run up, than…
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How Parents Can Develop Healthy and Strong Children
Read moreNothing brightens a parent’s face more than the sight of a happy child. For our children are the light of our life. We’re happiest when we know they’re safe and happy. By providing everything they need in terms of mind, body, and spirit, we can help them grow and develop into positive and confident human…
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Chew Baby Chew – Building Up A Brushing Habit Early On
Read moreParents and carers rejoice! You are not alone in the pre-bedtime toothbrushing phenomenon. Before children, I didn’t even consider the long nights, interrupted sleep and toothbrushing related battles I would have to face. Then it happened. Staring into my little one’s eyes, I realised that when there’s a will, there’s a way. Her will nearly…
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DIY Skills For Kids
Read moreBeing good at DIY and other household tasks is a very handy skill, that can make it a lot easier to stay on top of home maintenance. As more practical classes disappear from the curriculum, many children aren’t learning these skills at school anymore. If you’re good at DIY yourself, you can get even very…
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5 Unique Theme Ideas For A Child’s Birthday Party
Read moreWhen it’s your little one’s birthday, you’ll want to ensure that they have a fantastic day. Choosing a special birthday party theme is a great way to do this, but which theme should you choose? To help you make your decision get a load of these five unique ideas. pexels 1 . Reptile Party Looking…
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What to Do About a Violent Child
Read moreIf your child is violent or aggressive, it can feel stressful and heartbreaking for you as a parent. There are some situations where a parent could know where violent or aggressive tendencies stem from. For example, maybe a child was part of a violent home for a period of time. In other cases, you may…
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[AD] National Online Safety App Review
Read moreThe pandemic that has swept across the globe has without doubt changed the way we live our lives. We have become more isolated and there is now much less social interaction between people which is of course totally understandable with the way Covid-19 is still spreading. Our children have become home educated and many university…
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Top 11 Gifts that Make Your Grown-Up Daughter Smile
Read moreYour daughter is about to turn 18, and you still don’t know what gift to give her. If you have run out of ideas and need extra inspiration, Artpix3D proposes a small selection of gift ideas adapted to an 18-year-old girl. Do you have a birthday or a special celebration and do not know what…
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Financial Family Planning
Read moreIf you’re waiting for the perfect time to have a baby, you’re going to be waiting a long time. Trying to perfectly line up finances, careers, and biology is tricky. One thing is for sure, have a family can be expensive. According to research done by LV, the cost of raising a child from birth…
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How to Help Your Kid Get Over a Dog Bite
Read moreThey say that a dog is a human’s best friend, and often, that’s true. Dogs and humans have coexisted and co-habitated for thousands of years. Humans use dogs for friendship, protection, and even to do things like detect drugs or explosives. They serve as blind people’s eyes, and they comfort individuals with anxiety issues. Some children…
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Helping Your Child Flourish During Their School Days
Read moreYour child’s impressionable years need to be positive if they’re to have a wonderful life going forward. Helping them learn vital life skills while making sure they get through school smoothly is important not only for their mental well-being but their future, too. Lots of kids don’t like school, but it plays a really important…
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Top Tips for Teaching Your Child to Read
Read moreWhen your child starts school, their new teachers will start introducing them to letters, sounds and eventually reading. However, it wouldn’t hurt for you to help your child with their reading comprehension using some simple exercises at home. All children learn at their own pace, so be patient and if they’re not ready, don’t push…
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How Do Lifestyle Choices Affect Your Child’s Education?
Read moreThere are many things that parents can do to help their children perform well in school, from ensuring they have a suitable study space at home to hiring a private tutor to help them with their homework and exam revision. One thing you may not have considered as a way to help your child succeed…
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How Does Moving Schools Impact Your Child?
Read moreThere are various reasons why a child might have to move to a new school. Perhaps they are naturally progressing from primary to secondary school, or perhaps their family is relocating due to a parent’s work commitments or a separation. Regardless of the reason, a big change like this in a child’s life can cause…
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Teaching Your Child to Resist Peer Pressure
Read moreWe all come across peer pressure at some point in our lives; the trick is knowing when it can put us in harms way or get us into trouble, and therefore avoid it. Unfortunately, children aren’t as good at spotting and stopping peer pressure in it’s tracks, which is why parents need to teach them…
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Getting a Covid-19 Home Test
Read moreCovid-19 has definitely affected beyond any doubt how we live our lives. There are restrictions on everything we do, whether it’s going to work, school or even just to the shops, we have had to learn a whole new set of rules that will make our lives safe and consequently keep Covid-19 from spreading across…
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Teaching Your Children to Use the Internet Safely
Read moreThe majority of us use the internet every day. It allows us to instantly access information and stay connected with friends and family. However, many parents worry about their children’s safety whilst using the internet. There are risks involved in allowing your child to go online unsupervised, or without the correct parental controls in place.…
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How to Raise a Science Lover
Read moreScience is such an interesting subject because it covers so many areas of life. It helps to stimulate a child’s curiosity and encourages them to ask questions about the world around them. Science can also help children to develop important life-skills, such as communication, team work and problem-solving. If you would like to raise a…
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