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Best Bath Books for Babies and Toddlers Turn bath time into storytime with these fun, waterproof books! Whether you’re helping your baby learn colours or encouraging a reluctant toddler into the tub, these books combine play, language, and sensory learning in a way kids love. 🛁 1. Baby Touch: My Magic Bath Book By Ladybird … Read more
The Role of Child Development Milestones Understanding child development milestones means more than watching for a child’s first steps or words. As someone who has supported many children in early years settings, I’ve seen how milestones help spot strengths and show where support is needed. Above is a simple visual summary of common developmental milestones … Read more
Bilingual parenting can be both a joyful and complex journey. Every family is different – different languages, different dynamics, different goals. I’ve raised bilingual children, and helped a grandson on his own bilingual path. Along the way, I’ve seen what works, what’s challenging, and how priorities shift as children grow. Here are some of the … Read more
While revisiting some old notes and parenting questions recently, I realised there were two common issues I hadn’t properly addressed in my original post on picky eating: 1) What to do when your child says they’re full at lunch but asks for a snack 10 minutes later2) Whether it’s really worth pushing vegetables when your … Read more
Parenting today can feel overwhelming. We’re juggling work, home life, school demands, and everything in between. It’s easy to assume that if something is important, our child will learn it at school. But the truth is, some basic skills and pieces of knowledge really do need to come from home. Teachers across the world are … Read more
The best parenting advice doesn’t always come from a book or an expert. Sometimes it comes from a simple story that sticks with you. Years ago, I came across an anecdote about a family who unwittingly taught their kitten to scratch the furniture whenever it wanted to go outside. They hadn’t meant to – they … Read more
University life can be exciting and enriching – but also stressful, isolating, and full of pressure. For many students, especially those in their final year or pursuing postgraduate degrees, the intensity of deadlines, dissertations, and high expectations can take a real toll on their wellbeing. Whether your young adult is away at university or has … Read more
Exams can feel like a huge milestone – for students and parents alike. Whether your child is preparing for their GCSEs or A levels, they’ll likely be under pressure to revise, perform well, and think ahead to sixth form, university, or work. While schools may focus on content and technique, your support at home can … Read more
May is SATs season, and for many families, it brings a mix of nerves, revision timetables, and anxious questions. These early assessments are meant to track learning progress – not to cause panic – but they can still feel overwhelming to young children. The stress often spills over into home life, too. Whether it’s your … Read more
Children love playing games, especially with friends and family. A regular family game night is the perfect chance to connect, laugh, and even learn together. Whether it’s a classic board game, a fast-paced card game, or a shared puzzle (not strictly a game — but still great for bonding), it’s all about spending meaningful time … Read more