As a parent, you like to think that you have a pretty good understanding of how your kids learn. But when you delve into the science of it all, you soon discover that you actually know relatively little. Yes - some of the following facts are a simple matter of common sense. But ...
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10 Ways To Make Sure You Raise Happy & Healthy Kids
When it comes to looking after your kids, you are always going to want to make sure that you’re doing right by them. But what does that look like? You may not always know if you’re doing a good job and you may even doubt yourself, but you really don’t need to. It’s always safe to ...
Fun in the Sun: The Best Outdoor Activities for Kids and Adults Alike
Getting outdoors and playing with your kids isn’t only about encouraging physical activity. It has been found that children who spend minimal time in green spaces are up to 55% more likely to develop mental and psychiatric issues, including mood disorders and anxiety. While it ...
3 Ways to Improve Your Child’s Self-Confidence
Who doesn't love to feel good about themselves? We all have days when we're particularly confident, but self-confidence and self-esteem are something else entirely. They're a deeper part of who we are and therefore are primarily built in childhood. There are many benefits of ...
Keeping Your Kids Happy During A Staycation
Sometimes it’s not possible to go on vacation. This can be for a number of reasons, either you don’t have enough money, you don’t have enough time off work for an entire vacation, and so many more. But, what you can do is stay at home and have a staycation. In this article, we’re ...
How to Get the Family Involved in Cooking
It can be hard to bring the family into the kitchen when they only see it as work. The kids might think of the kitchen as a place where you wash dishes or take out the garbage. You can change their minds and make them more excited to help out in the kitchen when you give them ...
9 Mistakes You Must Avoid When Helping Your Kid Buy Their Car
Are you thinking about buying a car for your child to help them get out on the road by themselves? If so, then you need to ensure that you make the right choice. This is often easier if you know the mistakes that you have to avoid. So, let’s explore a few of the issues ...
Reasons Your Child Should Look After Their Glasses
Having glasses may be something that your child has been used to from an incredibly young age, or something new that feels foreign, uncomfortable, or even affects their confidence. Teaching your child about the importance of looking after their glasses, and wearing them as ...
What Is a Baby Sling and How Do You Use It?
If you are expecting your first baby, you're might be overwhelmed with the amount of advice (and unsolicited advice) from others about what to buy. A frequent tip for new parents is a baby sling. You might have even spotted new parents in your local town, a tiny newborn wrapped ...
10 Things you should do to Develop Responsibility in Your Kids
One of the traits that most parents want to instill in their children is responsibility. Responsibility isn't inborn; parents need to coach and train their children. Parents want their kids to be people that are reliable in society and be accountable for their behavior. ...