Parenting & Family

It can be troublesome looking for the best Christmas toys for an 8-year-old boy, since you’re not sure what someone his age would be playing with. New toys are being developed every year, so it’s important to keep up with what’s out there to ensure that he likes his gift. …

One of the most exciting milestones of parenting is when your toddler begins to talk. Having a conversation with your child  is something parenting eagerly look forward to. Your child will learn to speak and pick up language skills through daily activities and interactions with others. Here are some great …

Some days it seems that everything is against us and problems tend to appear at every corner. In addition to our personal and business problems, there is work waiting for us when we get home. Add children to the equation and what you get is one big house of mess. …

New-borns love being close to their parents. During the first few weeks your baby is adjusting to life outside of the womb. Babies feel loved and safe when they are cradled that’s why a crying baby is habitually soothed once Mom or Dad picks them up. Babywearing has many beneficial …

One thing that every parent needs to do at some point is leave their baby with someone else. This can be when they first go to nursery but it is probably going to occur when you have a night out or an official engagement. At first, you’re going to feel …

We live in a digital era where kids spend a lot of time glued to screens. Putting the focus on outdoor play, music, arts, crafts and imaginative play have become more important than ever. The benefits of art and culture are many and it will be in your child’s best …

Every parent has the instinct to protect and keep our children safe, no matter what or where. However, there will be times that they are alone and we either trust that they are in a safe environment or hope that they are able to defend themselves. With the rising incidence …

Do you suspect that you are the father of an ex-partner’s child, despite the fact that they continue to deny it? Are you in need of an acknowledgment of paternity in order to get child support? Maybe you suspect that your spouse cheated on you, and you have doubts about …

Many parents get carried away by the thought of their teens using drugs, having unprotected sex, and driving drunk because those are the horrors stories we hear about on the news and from other parents. Research shows us that teenagers aren’t crazy, but they are very impressionable and can make …

When you’ve lost a loved one or a beloved family pet, children cope with the loss in different ways, depending on how close they were to the person or animal that passed away, their age and the support they receive at the time. Here are some tips for helping your …

It can be very frustrating if your child is a fussy eater and you will quickly find out that trying to push your child to eat won’t work very well. The best is to try and get creative with encouraging your child to try new foods. Here are some strategies …

Looking for a preschool for your child can be a daunting task. There are so many factors to consider when selecting the establishment that will tutor your child in their young years and prepare them for full-time education. Choosing the best school for your child takes organization and time, so …

Have you noticed a change in your child’s bowel movement? Has it become loose and watery? Has your baby or toddler been going to the toilet more often than usual? If so, your child may have diarrhea. Fortunately, there is safe and effective diarrhea medicine for kids available. As a …

Not so long ago, most parents were worried about the age at which they should allow their children to take driving lessons or get full access to a set of car keys. Now we have an even trickier question to consider – when should our children own their own smartphone? …

Every parent knows that once you’ve crossed that threshold into parenthood, that nothing will ever be as it was before and it can be challenging. Couples often think that having a baby will bring them closer together, but it can be quite the opposite. Couples enter this phase of their …

Have you gotten to the point where you are starting to question where your marriage is going, or have things changed to such a stage that you are not even sure if the relationship can get back on track? It is normal for relationships to go through changes over time, …

Every family has its own issues and their unique way of communicating (or not conversing with) the other family members. Even though the concept of family has changed over the years, one thing has remained the same. Everyone is brought up in some form of family unit. Within a family …

A new addition to the family is a moment to be celebrated, and nothing welcomes a new baby to the world like an extra special gift. Take a look at our top pick of personalised gifts for baby – and their family. 1.    Baby Shoes Is there anything cuter than …

There are many great ways for new dads to bond with their newborn babies and there will be plenty of opportunities for daddy to bond with baby to give the new mother time to rest and recover after giving birth. Involve Dad with feeding time If you’re nursing, your partner …

Before giving your child any teething remedies, first make sure they are in fact suffering from baby teething pain. It’s not always easy to distinguish teething pain from other aches, but these obvious signs of teething can be helpful: • A lot of drooling, more than usual • Chewing or …