Why Modern Kids Have Weaker Arches and What Podiatrists Recommend
Screen time weakens children's foot arches. Podiatrists reveal the risks and simple strategies for stronger, healthier feet.
Parenting Advice
Whether you’re looking for advice on how to get your toddler to behave in restaurants or how to talk to your teens about sensitive subjects, we have the answers.
Verrucas in Children: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
A straightforward guide to children's verrucas: what causes them, how to spot the signs, and treatment choices – from everyday pharmacy remedies to podiatrist options including cutting-edge microwave therapy.
Can Kids Become Addicted to Computers?
Today’s children have grown up with computers, but that doesn’t mean that they need to be on them constantly. This article discusses variables that might indicate computer addiction.
Using a Pre School for Childcare: A Case Study
Pre schools provide excellent childcare and educational facilities for young children.
Solving Teenage Sleep Problems
Is your teenager having sleep problems? This article looks at the common causes of teenage sleep problems and how they could be solved.
Asking Family and Friends to Help With Childcare
Work life balance involves a lot of planning and organisation. Help get your working week organised by asking friends and family to help out with your childcare.
Your First Day Back at Work After a Baby
Your first day back at work after having a baby can be stressful. All new parents feel the same and in time you will soon get used to your new routine.
Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage
A brief description of the curriculum for children aged from 0-5
Getting Kids Involved in Voluntary Work
There are a wide variety of charities and non-profit organisations in the UK who rely on help from volunteers to help keep their services running and costs down. Volunteers are of all ages and it’s something that kids can get involved in too!
Helping Your Child to Adjust to Their New School
Starting at a new school can be difficult but with good parental guidance the experience can be much more pleasant for everyone
A Balanced Diet
Guidelines for eating a healthy, well-balanced diet to best meet the nutritional needs of each family member.
A Healthy Toddler Diet
An overview of a healthy toddler diet. Includes recommendations on serving a variety of whole foods and offers guidelines for snacking.
A Job That Suits You and Your Family
Finding a job that suits you and your family is the key to a balanced home and work life.
Aeroplane and Hotel Food
Ideas for eating on planes and at hotels with kids -- includes tips on planning ahead to accommodate special dietary needs and saving money.
Age Appropriate Chores
Children learn responsibility from helping with chores around the house and garden. Discover age appropriate chores in this article.
All About Bottle Feeding
A look at bottle feeding, its advantages and disadvantages, including a comparison of the quality of breast milk and commercially prepared infant formula.
All About Breastfeeding
An overview of breastfeeding -- the advantages as well as the challenges. Covers both physical and emotional considerations for both mother and baby.
All About Growth and BMI Charts
An overview of growth charts and BMI charts. Includes rankings for BMI chart percentiles.
All About PKU
PKU is a genetic condition in which the body can not synthesise protein and a build up of the amino acid phenylalanine results. This article explains the causes of PKU and discusses the treatments available for PKU today.
At What Age Can Kids Get a Job?
Article looking at the age at which kids can get a job, the type of jobs they can do and the hours they’re allowed to work.
Baby Puree Ideas
Ideas on preparing homemade baby food, includes tips on preparation and storage of vegetables, fruits, meats, grains, and legumes.
Balancing Work and Family
Tips and advice on finding a balance between work and family responsibilities. We all have to work, but family matters, too.
Beat Winter Lethargy
Boredom often sets in for even the most imaginative of children in the winter. This article offers a selection of activities to help beat winter lethargy.
Bed-Wetting
Bedwetting can be a real worry, but it's actually very common. Discover the causes and practical ways of dealing with bedwetting in children.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
A look at Body Dysmorphic Disorder -- its causes, symptoms, and treatments.
Bottled Water Vs Tap
The many options for drinking water today can be confusing, but when you get right down to it the debate about tap water and bottled water really rests on personal preferences. This article examines the benefits of tap water and bottled water to help you decide.
Break Thumb Sucking or Pacifier Habit
Ideas for helping a child break the thumb sucking habit or give up a dummy. Includes tips for effectively using praise and rewards, as well as products that may help in stubborn cases.
Career Guidance for Teens
Recent studies show that most teens hope to be happy in their future careers. This article describes advice and support parents can give to their teens as they discuss option for future careers and offer career guidance.
Childcare Options For Working Parents
Today, an array of childcare options exist for parents who work outside of the home. This article discusses common options such as nurseries, childminders, nannies, au pairs, babysitters and "mother's helpers" and explains the differences between them.
Children and Mobile Phones
This article discusses basic steps parents can take to keep their children safe, such as discussing when, where and how they use their phones, as well as installing tracking software on the phones.
