Blog Category: Health

Although the summer can be fun for both you and your kids, we also know that as a parent it can be a little daunting. Keeping the children entertained and happy on those endless summer days can be tricky, but don’t worry, Room to Grow are here to help with some fun children’s summer holiday […]

Coconut oil is being lauded as one of the new healthy must-haves, especially when it comes to kids.  Coconut oil is an edible oil that’s extracted from the fleshy white meat of coconuts and it’s being used in foods, medicines and in industry.  It has a high saturated fat content which means that it’s slow […]

Verruca’s, or plantar warts, develop of the soles of the feet and begin because of pressure from standing and walking. They are harmless and often go away on their own. However, they can become too painful to ignore. How To Get Rid Of A Verruca Since our bodies are different, one method of treatment might […]

As we enter another lockdown and with schools shut, parents across the country are again trying their hand at homeschooling; if this is you, we can imagine it is not the easiest thing to do. While you may have some top tips under your belt from the last time, we’ve put together some ideas to […]

Setting New Year’s resolutions is a time-honoured tradition for many. It is a way to assess the past year and look forward, thinking what you may do differently and how you can better yourself. Setting New Year’s resolutions isn’t only for adults, it can also be a good thing for children as they learn how […]

We all have different ways of dealing with difficult situations, and for most people a bit of escapism can go along way to helping you through hard times. This is no different for children; as important as it is to understand the world around them it is also important, they have time to relax, unwind […]

Whilst routines are changing for many parents as schools close, it is important to keep days and nights as structured as possible in order to stay motivated and ensure a good night’s sleep for both parent and child. In addition to sticking to a structure, other things which can help maintain sleep quality include creating […]

How you explain Covid-19 to your children will depend largely on their age and level of understanding; some may already know and understand more than others, some may be rather concerned and need reassurance more than anything and some may be entirely unaware. The key to explaining this difficult situation is to be open, understanding, […]

In recent years it has become apparent just how much needs to be done in order to combat climate change and make sustainable choices. For many of us this can seem daunting, especially for families. It may seem like a number of changes are in order and that may initially seem scary, however you’ll be […]

Teaching children about road safety from a young age is incredibly important as it prevents accidents as they get older. Road safety campaigns have been helping to reduce child road deaths but there is still a long way to go. 78% of child pedestrians involved in accidents failed to look properly, so it is important […]

Teaching children the importance of good hygiene and proper hygiene routines is key in keeping them clean and healthy. Keeping good hygiene is important for children of any age but in their younger years it plays a huge role in keeping them happy, healthy and free from disease. Young children tend to be in constant […]

With the school holidays well underway, it is now the time of year when many families are going to be jetting off to exotic locations and spending long days playing in the sun. The longer daylight hours can often result in later bedtimes and disrupted sleep patterns throughout the school holidays; pair this with a […]