Young children need to be accompanied by an adult Children should only call on families they know and trust in their street or area Parents should always go through the 3 “Ws” before older children go out with their friends: Who are they going with? Where are they going? When will they be back? They should always stay with their ... Read More »

Halloween is coming, and you can barely make it through the shops with all the Halloween decorations vying for space with the Christmas stuff.  Sometimes, the ready to go spider webs and garlands of ghosts can be too difficult to resist to make the house look festive in a hurry.  Halloween and autumn in general, however, can be a great ... Read More »

Keep how you react in a certain situation the same once you have found a positive system that works We all learn by repetition. You will have to repeat what you do many times before your child begins to understand this is how you react and how we should react generally Prevention is better than cure: Know your toddler. While ... Read More »

Get your child’s attention first: Young babies find it difficult to focus their attention so getting down to their level and being face-to-face will engage them and ensure you have a captive audience. Make sure the interaction is fun and interesting: Simple, everyday things like a ‘magic’ wooden spoon or a colourful sock (think puppet!) can make for a fun ... Read More »

While the pain of labour is unavoidable (that medical milestone has yet to be reached!) there are a few things that you can do to sustain yourself mentally and physically: Rest: In the weeks leading up to your due date, rest whenever you can. You need to bank those energy reserves Stay positive: Every labour is different so while there ... Read More »

It can sometimes seems like sugar is everywhere and cutting down on treats is a losing battle. Here are some simple tips to limit the sugar in your child’s diet and encourage a healthy, balanced diet. Cut down on treat foods, but don’t ban them. Banning them makes them more appealing Don’t have a supply of treats at home. If ... Read More »

While women take the main stage in actually having the baby, the role of fathers-to- be is essential. Below are some tips to consider before the big day. Listen. Before labour commences, have a conversation with your partner about what kind of support she wants. Some women may want lots back-stroking; others want a more hands off approach. Remember, a ... Read More »