You may think that once your toddler is running around, they don’t need to be fitted for proper shoes anymore. But toddler-feet are still developing at a rapid rate and need to be supported with the right shoes. Here are some tips to remember when buying your toddler shoes! Flexible sole Stay clear of shoes…
4 tips to remember when buying your toddler shoes
Which extra curricular activities are right for your child?
With your child now attending school, it might be the right time to start thinking about getting them involved in an extra curricular activity that they like. Sports, drama and music are common activities and all have their benefits, but it’s important to find one that your child really loves and feels confident in. This…
What to expect from a home birth
Home births are continuously increasing in popularity. Celebrities like Thandie Newton decided on a home birth for her three children and said “I just associated hospital with being ill. And I felt beautiful and healthy and wonderful when I was pregnant, and being at home was the place I felt most relaxed, and comfortable.”…
9 ways to deal with separation anxiety
You’ve probably put a lot of thought and effort into helping your child adjust to school for the first time. And maybe you’ve been looking forward to your new freedom. But if you’re like most parents, you’ve found yourself wiping away a tear or two as well. To make those goodbyes at the school gate…
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At what age can babies understand speech?
Since babies don’t begin talking until they’re at least 12 months old, it’s safe to assume that they can’t understand speech until that time. Right? Wrong. This study has shown that babies understand what you’re saying a lot sooner than we realised… When? Babies begin to distinguish words when they’re seven months old. And from that…
10 weird facts about breastfeeding
Ten weird and wonderful facts you might not have known about breastfeeding, to encourage all you yummy mummies to keep up the good work. Calorie burner Who needs the gym? The amount of metabolic energy it takes to breastfeed a hungry baby every day uses the same amount of energy it would take to walk seven…