Active games for energetic toddlers Toddlers are positively buzzing with energy most of the time! Here are some simple activities to help burn off some of that energy, and also help develop those all-important gross motor skills. Many of these ideas can be done outdoors or indoors – but don’t be afraid to don a…
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June 28, 2018
Play on a budget: Classic toys you can make yourself Making your own toys can save you money and really encourages your child’s creativity! Depending on the age of your child, you can get them involved in the making process too. They could even invent their own toys! Here are a few examples of classic…
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June 26, 2018
In May, BBC 1 aired a programme investigating why there has been an increase in the number of medications taken now compared to 40 years ago. In the first episode, Dr Chris van Tulleken investigated the use of Calpol to ‘treat’ children. Dr Chris warned that many parents are overusing Calpol; it might be…
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June 18, 2018
There are opportunities for play all around us, especially in the great outdoors. But you don’t need to live in the countryside to enjoy fun on a budget – there are lots of playful ways to enjoy towns and cities too. Visit the playground There are countless playgrounds around the country and they all offer…
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June 12, 2018
Today anxiety is a frequently used word, but what does it actually mean, when does it become a cause for concern and how can you, as a parent, help?
June 7, 2018