As a parent, you will already know just how hard it is to take care of a child. The responsibility you have taken on is incredibly rewarding but can also be scary, especially when your child gets sick and needs to stay in a hospital. When you first find yourself in this situation, you need to make sure you get all the advice you can about how to support your child and how to ... Read More
Need to destress? Tips and remedies
It goes without saying that life can get stressful from time to time. No matter how positive your mindset is, or how happy you are with your circumstances and surroundings, stress can still get to you. It may be a bad day at work, the kids driving you crazy, or just a general feeling of low-energy and demotivation that comes out of nowhere. Whatever it is, it’s important ... Read More
Easy peasy lazy banana pancakes for toddlers
When Jack Johnson released his song 'Banana Pancakes' in 2005, I spent many a car journey singing along. I had absolutely no idea what they might taste like. So when I found myself faced with a few bananas past their best, I thought it was time to give them a try. ... Read More
The dangers of mouldy bath toys
If you were a child of the 80s, you'll probably have had rubber duck bath toys for the tub. We had three that we would squeeze, squirt and splat bath after bath, for what felt like years. I also remember a bit of a funny smell resonating from them. Long after the bath water had drained away, the occasional bit of black stuff would come out when we gave them a ... Read More
The worry of pregnancy – pregnancy support
Throughout a pregnancy, an expectant mother will constantly be told that stress is not good for the baby. In the same breath, it's common to also be told to seek advice if there are any concerns about any changes. The reality is therefore, that with every twinge or ache, Mums can be going out of their minds with worry. It can lead to a very long and anxious 40 ... Read More