Before you Book: Holiday Checklist

Sunday, July 26th, 2009

Most of us take our annual family holiday when the sun is shining. We go caravanning, hiking, to theme parks or holiday abroad. Sometimes we are disappointed in the accomodation we have rented or with the venue in general because it does not live up to our expectations. With that in mind, here is a simple checklist which could help you make a more informed decision when booking your child friendly family holiday. (more…)

Tags: child safety, holidays, organisation, Parenting
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Encouragement is the Seed of Success

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

What kind of parent are you – an encourager or an intimidator? The encourager stresses working towards a certain goal. The intimidator stresses winning. For this kind of parent, “It’s the results that count… not the effort, not the intentions.” (more…)

Tags: affection, Discipline Techniques, encouragement, friendships, learning, Parenting, self-esteem
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Put a Spring in your step!

Monday, March 30th, 2009

The skies are bluer, the breeze is warmer, the flowers are blooming and cute, cuddly baby creatures are being born. Along with all these marvelous changes to our environment, it means that once again, our children have a break from school. And so, us parents find the arduous task of keeping them meaningfully occupied. But don’t panic, put a relaxed spring in your step by looking no further than our BizzyBabes and Yummy Mummy pages. (more…)

Tags: activities, Easter, food for toddlers, games, healthy recipes, Parenting
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I am two, so you can’t make me!

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

Two year olds

By the time your child is two, she will understand what you’re telling her and be able to express herself better. Now you can tell her the reason behind your instructions, “I’m don’t want you to jump on the sofa because I don’t want you to hurt yourself”. But remember that she has reached the “terrible twos”, and it is an important part of her development to push the boundaries. (more…)

Tags: boundaries, Discipline Techniques, hugging, naughty, Parenting, toddler behaviour, toddlers
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