There was a time when hitting kids as punishment was considered acceptable and normal, and took place in both schools...
Children
Meningitis: know the signs
Knowing the signs and symptoms of meningitis could save your child's life. While it can affect anyone, it is most...
What to do when tempers fray
The summer holidays have started in earnest, and in many households tempers have become frayed as the lockdown...
6 Ways Childcare prepares your child for school
Starting school can be a shock to the system for many children, going from the relatively rule free, breezy...
Guide to helping children cope with loss
In these days of social media, children can already have a hard enough time fitting in. So how do we help a child...
5 simple steps to help get the kids back in their usual sleep routine
Along with good food and exercise, a good night’s sleep is now regarded as one of the pillars for children’s health....
How to get your kids to sleep on Christmas Eve… calmly!
Getting children to sleep can be challenging at the best of times, but if there’s one night where bedtime is sure to...
Teaching your child to ride a bike
Remember learning how to ride a bike? Falling off, grazing your knees, and that wonderful, exhilarating moment when...
Toddlers and 10 minutes: what can you do?
You may not have much time, but a simple game can bring a toddler’s day alive. Start playing yourself, drawing,...