It’s summer! Which means lots of fun in the sun. But UV rays can be harmful to you and young children especially. While you and your family are enjoying this lovely weather, make sure to keep your family protected from the sun. Here are some sun safety tips. Tip 1 – Keep cool The sun reaches…
4 sun safety tips for the whole family
Why you should spend time with your partner without the kids
Becoming a parent is a massively life changing experience. Of course you are prepared for your life to be different, but did we expect ti would change this much? Complete occupation Parents will find themselves completely occupied by their newest arrivals. However, experts are saying this is not an advisable route for partners to take.…
Tips to encourage hand washing in children!
Potty training has it’s own struggles, none the least of which is making sure everything goes into the right place, if you catch my drift! A remaining issue with potty training is making sure the little guys wash their hands properly, and that this happens without fail after going to the toilet, before eating or…
Six ice treats for a warm summer day
It’s getting hot out there, and we’re pretty sure the ice cream shops are doing a roaring trade right now! We have six easy recipes for delicious homemade ice cream, ice-pop and frozen yoghurt so you can skip the queues and cool down and keep the whole family happy. Enjoy! Chocolate chip ice cream Ingredients 2 cups…
All you need to know about wetting the bed
Contrary to conditions like asthma or allergies, bed wetting is rarely talked about outside of the family home. And although parents may feel like their child is the anomaly for wetting the bed, it is actually very common for children to go through this stage at some point in their lives. Even if they have been potty…
7 ways to keep baby safe in the sun
The sun is at it’s hottest between 10am and 4pm, but burning can occur at any stage of the day from Ultra Violet rays, even when it’s cloudy. So if you’re abroad or it’s hot at home, follow these tips to make sure your little one is fully protected from the sun at all times…
All you need to know about Postpartum Preeclampsia
Many women have heard of preeclampsia – it’s a known condition associated with pregnancy, characterised by high blood pressure developing around the 20 week mark. And while this condition can go away from when your child has been born, it can also manifest after birth. This is called postpartum preeclampsia. What is it? It is…