With the festive season almost upon us, it can prove to be a very expensive time for families, with gift to buy, parties to attend, trips to visit Santa and higher spending it can be a tough time for the old purse strings. I’m conscious that lots of great activities at Christmas are expensive and […]
Do your children have problems with falling to sleep or waking up in the middle of the night? If they do it’s possible that the reason is their diet. In fact, diet is the number one cause of sleep problems among children and controlling what they eat, especially around bedtime, is vital if you want […]
Most parents have areas of the house they want to keep their children out for various reasons. Younger children should be kept away from dangerous chemicals and tools. Older children are curious and parents may which to maintain their privacy. Consider the following when making a decision to make certain areas of the house remain […]
When it is time to decorate your boys’ bedroom, there are many choices available. You want to choose one that will reflect your child’s interests for at least three to four years one for your infant/toddler, one for your primary school aged child, one for your tween, and one when your boy becomes a teenager. […]
A fairytale bedroom is the stuff of children’s dreams. Who are we kidding? It’s the stuff of our dreams too! Whether it’s inspired by their favourite animated film or their most treasured bedtime story, here’s how to add a touch of magic to your little one’s room. Everyone knows that fairytale characters can very […]
It is important to teach your children how to behave in public. One of the first, and perhaps most difficult lessons, is to sit still and stay quiet at public events. You can experience success if you make sure your child is ready, prepare your child beforehand, keep them entertained, and have activities for them […]
The British weather is never something we can rely on so we’ve put together a few ideas for those miserable rainy days to bring the fun of the outdoors in this Summer holidays. If venturing outside isn’t an option, turn your child’s frown upside down and swop climbing trees to a super cool […]
We are the music makers and we are the dreamers of dreams but some dreams just wouldn’t be as good without funny, moving, beautiful or memorable bedtime stories to inspire them. If you’re on the hunt for the very best tales to uplift little minds, here are some of the ones we absolutely couldn’t have […]
Going back to work after having a child is tough. You’ve had a wonderful, tiring and eye-opening time while you’ve had leave from work and have been getting to know your new arrival. Tearing yourself away can be emotionally difficult, but the time constraints and practical arrangements that have to be made when you go […]
Many parents who have purchased games consoles for their growing children often end up worrying about how wise such a purchase was. It seems that just at the time in their lives when they want to become bedroom recluses we unwittingly provide them with the number one best tool to help them do just that. […]