It’s not always easy being a parent, but there are some things you can do and remind yourself of that will help you get through those toddler tantrums, middle schooler moods, and teenage terrors. Read on to find out what they are. Parenting is an important job Whether you are…
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Bringing up children is a real rollercoaster, many parents worry if they are doing it right. Instead of striving for perfection, parenting is about learning every day, and plenty of trial and error. Supporting your child with their mental health is incredibly important, luckily, it needn’t be difficult with the…
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There are many ways that you can prepare for having a baby. From the things that you buy to make sure that your home is equipped to the way in which you speak to your doctor about what happens when you go to the hospital, preparation makes a big difference…
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There is no doubt that there are few things in life more exciting than expecting a baby. Whether it’s your first or the newest addition to a big family, it’s one of the most incredible times of your life. However, it’s also fair to say that it can be a…
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Expanding your family is a wonderful thing, and whether you’re planning on welcoming the first or fifth new addition to your family, there’s always a lot that needs to be done. Making space and getting everything ready for your new bundle of joy can be stressful, but if you plan…
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Becoming a parent is a natural thing for many people around the world to want. There are, of course, plenty of people who have different ideas about the future, but for the majority of people, it is something that they plan to do eventually. Unfortunately, for some, it is not…
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There is no time in your child’s life more bittersweet than the time for them to fly the nest. You’ve raised them for this particular part of life, but that doesn’t make it easier. Any parent feels both joy and sadness that their child is mature enough, ready enough to…
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Not too long ago in history, a rainy day trapped inside the house with the kids would mean that a good deal of imagination would have to be summoned up in order to chase the blues away, and come up with some entertaining ways of getting the most out of…
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It’s the evening before your first day at school. Heidi, you’re so excited to start school and so ready too. You love reading and writing and I know you’ll try so hard to please your teacher. You’ve always been independent (and feisty!) and starting school will allow to use this independence…
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Tomorrow is the twins’ last day at pre-school and I’m feeling very sad. They attend a lovely little village pre-school and have done since they were two. Oscar also attended when he was younger. It’s such a lovely caring place. The staff are brilliant and really go the extra mile…
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