Top Summer Picks for Children Aged 0–2 Years
The summer is a wonderful time for babies and toddlers to explore the world at their own pace. With more time outdoors, trips to the park, garden play and family days out, there are plenty of opportunities for little ones
A Summer of Exploration for Children
Summer is the perfect time to encourage children to look more closely at the world around them. With fewer routines and more freedom, children naturally become more curious, asking questions, noticing details and wanting to explore. Exploration doesn’t need to mean
Winning Over Picky Eaters: A Parent’s Guide to Healthy Eating Habits
While children need to eat well, getting them to have a balanced diet can sometimes feel like an uphill struggle. Many go through phases of picky eating, rejecting foods they once loved, clinging to favourites, or refusing certain textures and
Why Cycle? Benefits of Learning to Ride a Bike for Children
This year’s bike week theme is 'cycling for a century' and marks the 103rd annual Bike Week which takes place between the 8th and 14th June and aims to promote just how good cycling is for your family. Whether your family members
Why Talking About Books Matters as Much as Reading Them
When we think about children reading, we often picture them listening quietly to a story or sounding out words. But some of the most valuable learning happens in the conversations that follow. Talking about books helps children process ideas, explore
Safe Risk: Why Protecting Children Too Much Can Hold Them Back
As summer approaches and the days get longer, children begin to spend more time outdoors and away from close supervision. For many parents, this naturally brings concern about safety. Wanting to protect children is completely understandable, but when we look
When School Feels Too Much: Supporting Children With School Anxiety and Attendance Difficulties
Today, more and more children are finding it difficult to attend school regularly. For some it begins with reluctance in the mornings or frequent complaints of feeling unwell. For others it builds into ongoing distress, anxiety or difficulty leaving the
Children Don’t Need a Digital Detox. They Need a Balanced Digital Diet
Introducing the Children’s Digital Wellbeing Framework For many parents, navigating children’s use of technology is feeling increasingly complex. Headlines regularly warn about the harms of screens, while new apps, games and platforms promise educational value, creativity or safety. At the Good Play
Fun and Educational Garden Activities for Kids
Gardening is a great way to teach children new skills, have fun, play, and develop self-confidence. Children can enjoy being outdoors, getting dirty, and watching plants grow. Here are some fun and educational garden activities for kids. Make a terrarium Making a terrarium
Supporting Your Child’s Mental, Emotional and Social Wellbeing Through Play
Raising happy, confident and resilient children is more challenging than ever. In today’s fast-paced and often stressful world, supporting your child’s wellbeing is key to helping them navigate challenges and thrive. But how can you, as a parent, support your