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Living in the age of technology, we’re pretty used to seeing people of all ages absorbed by their phones. While it’s something we’re probably all a little guilty of, it can be a problem when our children follow suit. If you’re struggling to prise your child away from their device, here are some top tips.Choose Wisely In this day and age, it isn’t possible or safe to stop your children using mobile phones. First things first, make sure your child has an age-appropriate device. A smartphone w …

October is ADHD awareness month; ADHD or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting both children and adults all over the world. ADHD often begins in childhood and may continue into adulthood. There are various symptoms associated with ADHD usually centred around different behaviours. Currently it is unknown what causes ADHD, despite there being many assumptions about it. ADHD can cause sleep problems due to the symptoms which are common, …

We understand that the world of kids beds can be a complicated one, from bunk beds to cabin beds, high sleeper to day beds….how do you know which you need, and which one is right for your child?  For this very reason, we’ve created an ultimate bed ‘Whose Who’ guide, to help you understand the choices that are available and ensure that you’re well versed in the array of styles and designs that are available. Sleep is so very important to ensure that children of all ages can meet their ful …

Night terrors are a sleep problem occurring for some young children. Estimates range from 3% to 15% of younger children experiencing them. Night terrors are more common in children between two and six year of age. However, they can occur at any age, even as young as 18 months. Night terrors seem to be more common in boys.Night Terrors and NightmaresNight terrors are different from nightmares in several ways. Night terrors happen during deep non-REM sleep and nightmares occur during REM sleep. A …

Integrity. Defined as the possessing firm principles and adhering to high moral principles, many believe integrity is a missing ingredient in our modern lives, which are often dedicated to getting, doing, and spending the most we possibly can. One aspect of integrity is honesty. Our children learn by observing our behaviour, and if we wish our children to possess honesty, we need to model that behaviour. This includes being honest in everything we do and say.In addition to modelling honesty, you …