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Finding ways to build independence in older kids can be tricky. And getting lost is a big one. Everyone will experience getting lost. But learning how to cope and problem-solve under pressure are excellent life skills. At some point we are going to have to give our older children the opportunities to get lost and […]
Build Independence: Why it’s Good for Children to Get Lost Read More »
When our children start a new school year, it can a time of uncertainty and anxiety. Many are heading back to a place they are familiar with, with friends they know well and a routine that will feel the norm within a few days. But that first day of the new school year will still
The new school year is about to start and it can bring conflicting emotions for parents. On the one hand you are often exhausted, over-stimulated and behind on every imaginable chore and work-related project. You are desperate for a regular routine again before the chaos of Christmas hits. But on the other side of things,
First sports day can be daunting for children with its mix of races and over-competitive parents. They can be noisy, overwhelming and exhausting. But amidst of all the chaos, sports days can enable moments of victory, moments of commiseration, moments of pure joy and despair. They can offer your child the opportunity to encourage, to
My First Sports Day: Always Better with a Friend Read More »
It’s sports day season so we’ve gone back to our first sports day in Primary School, with its bizarre mix of races and activities. Sports days can be stressful for both children and parents with its mix of adrenaline and anxiety. Add in an exuberant toddler and you have a recipe for total disaster. Or
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Primary school residential trips are full of opportunities and different life experiences for children. It is often their first night away from home and comes packed with both expected and unexpected challenges for them to navigate. And they will come home absolutely exhausted. Here is our story… This story is part of our Milestones series.
My First School Residential Trip: All the Best Bits Read More »
Your child’s first night away from home is a major milestone for the whole family. Our eldest recently went away with school on their first school residential trip and while I had anticipated the ups and downs of this weekend for myself (big cutting apron strings moment), I hadn’t really thought much about how this
Missing My Child on Their First School Residential Trip Read More »
Wasps stings are painful and can cause itching, swelling and redness. Knowing how to treat wasps and bee stings at home is useful for any parent as we head into the summer months. Here is our story… This story is part of our Injuries & Illnesses series You can catch up with Luc’s story here:
The summer months are upon us and we are spending more time outdoors. And this leads to a new variety of injuries and illnesses from scrapes, bruises, broken bones to insect bites, wasp and bee stings and even a mean swan attack? Here is our story… This story is part of our Injuries & Illnesses
Music, songs, and lullabies at bedtime are a vital part of the bedtime routine for children of all ages. The right bedtime song can be a strong sleep cue for your child and can help them transition into a deep sleep. Here is our story… This story is part of our sleep series. Read the
Bedtime Songs: A Parents Way to a Successful Bedtime Read More »
