Dogs really are man’s best friend and cats are the bee’s knees. But when you have kids, you have more than enough on your plate without adding the sound of an extra four feet pattering on the floor. But could having a pet really have an influence on your kid’s happiness and wellbeing? And what…
5 reasons to get a dog

Here is the best number of toys for your child

The most wonderful time of the year can get overwhelming for parents present shopping. The top toys of the year can seem out of reach and some parents will compromise by buying a lot of little gifts instead of one or two big gifts. But what does this do to your child? In a recent…
10 ways to feel joy in January

It often feels as though Christmas is the party we’ve been waiting on all year and January is the expected hangover. But who said it has to be? Say goodbye to the blues and embrace the little joys that this underrated month has to offer. Reflect on progress A new job? A family wedding? A…
3 things to expect from the Public Health Nurse

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Real mums tell us how they survived the first 3 months

Yes, they’re tough. Yes, you’ll go slightly insane with the lack of sleep. Yes, it will feel like they’ll never end. But guess what? This too shall pass. Here’s how some of our readers survived the first three months of motherhood… Eliza, mum of two “I learnt a lot from my first baby, but most…
Recipe: Jelly with natural flavours

Kid’s love jelly. And that’s almost an understatement. But too many sugary snacks can lead to diabetes in later life and some dental issues, so it’s best to steer clear from sugar-laden desserts, which is what makes this recipe so perfect for our families! Fun fact: Did you know it’s also a great snack for pregnant…
7 Numbers that every new parent needs to have

We all have emergency numbers locked in the brain somewhere. We might even have a few saved on our phone. But when you’re in a jam with a new baby on the house, those numbers need to be accessed fast and there’s no better place than on the fridge (or saved in your phone for…