Navigating Father’s Day When Dad Isn’t Around
Father’s Day can be a challenging time for children who don’t have a father present in their lives. Whether it’s due to loss, separation, or other circumstances, the absence of a dad can make this day particularly hard. However, with
Travelling With Toddlers
This time of year is ideal for a family with younger children to go away, as rising temperatures, cheaper off-peak travel options, and quieter destinations create the perfect recipe for a holiday. However, travelling with toddlers can be quite daunting,
How can parents recognise and address mental health issues in children?
Good mental health is just as important as good physical health and we all want our children to grow up happy and healthy, but unfortunately, anxiety and depression are on the rise in both adults and children. It can be
Mother’s Day Crafts & Activities
Mother’s Day is a wonderful opportunity for the whole family to show mum just how much she is loved and appreciated. Here are some ideas for personalised presents, as well as some special ways to celebrate. Crafts Handprint Flower Bouquet Include a heartfelt
The Embarrassment of Playing with Toys – Encouraging Pre-Teens to Keep Playing
The Embarrassment of Playing with Toys - Encouraging Pre-Teens to Keep Playing Play is crucial to development well into adolescence, but as children transition into their ‘tweens’ (around 9-12 years), there is often a shift. While they may still enjoy toys
Handmade Gifts Ideas for Grandparents
Helping children create thoughtful, budget-friendly Christmas gifts for their grandparents is a wonderful way to foster creativity and emotional connection. Many DIY projects can be made using inexpensive materials you probably already have at home, making them not only heartfelt
Dyspraxia in Children
Development Coordination Disorder (DCD), also known as dyspraxia, is a neurological lifelong condition affecting physical coordination. It is not related to intelligence and can affect people in various ways. Dyspraxia can cause a child to perform less well than expected
Activities for Children with ADHD
Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often have unique play needs and preferences that can require a bit of creativity and flexibility from parents and caregivers. But by understanding these needs and providing engaging, age-appropriate activities, playtime can be
Dyslexia in children
Dyslexia is a neurological condition that affects the way the brain processes written and spoken language. It is a common learning difficulty that affects many people and is probably the most common with 1 in 5 showing signs. It is
How to Encourage Children to Write
Encouraging children to write is a wonderful way to nurture creativity, communication and cognitive development. Writing is not only essential for academic success, it also allows children to express themselves, develop fine motor skills and explore their imaginations. Here’s an