Breast is Best? The Pressures of Breastfeeding
Studies show that breastfeeding is meant to give your baby the best start in life. Although most mothers enjoy breastfeeding, some feel pressed into it. Some mothers having difficulties breastfeeding which can sometimes lead to them blaming themselves. Can difficulties with breastfeeding lead to anxiety and depression? Read more here: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/jun/20/is-breast-really-best-i-looked-at-all-the-data-to-find-out
Terrible Twos – How to Deal With Toddler Tantrums!
For some children this starts before their second birthday. Imagine you are out in the supermarket when all of a sudden your toddler is laying flat out on the floor kicking and screaming and all you can feel is eyes judging you. What do you do? Do you pick up your toddler and leave? Or stay and remain calm? Find out more here: https://mumsmag.com/article/how-to-handle-your-toddlers-public-tantrums.html
Parent Playground Politics!
Have you ever been on school run and heard parents gossiping about other parents and their children? Thats not a nice feeling and sometimes may lead to confrontation. Do parent playground cliques exist? Do you get involved in stay out of it? Read more here: https://mumsmag.com/article/how-to-avoid-playground-politics.html
New born, New Life!
From pregnancy to birth, women don’t realise how much their life style changes. From craving strange foods, missing date nights with their partner, becoming over sensitive and leaking boobs. Creating a tiny life is amazing, and worth every second of sleep loss! See full article here: https://mumsmag.com/article/new-parent-new-baby-new-life.html
Forest School
Do forest schools boost children’s self-confidence and self-esteem? Play is the foundation of learning whether it’s indoors or outdoors. Forest schools have many benefits for children and allows them the freedom to explore their senses. Find out more here: What is Forest School?
Can ‘Rough and Tumble’ Play Dads Help to Control Their Child’s Feelings?
How do you feel about rough and tumble games? Research shows that dads who play “rough” with their child from an early age have a positive impact on their Childs development, helping them to have better control of their behaviour and feelings. Read more here: https://www.nurseryworld.co.uk/news/article/rough-and-tumble-play-with-fathers-helps-children-to-learn-how-to-control-their-feelings#:~:text=Share%20to%20More-,’Rough%20and%20tumble’%20play%20with%20fathers%20helps%20children%20to%20learn,how%20to%20control%20their%20feelings&text=Children%20whose%20fathers%20make%20time,they%20grow%20up%2C%20research%20suggests
Picky Eaters
Parents often get frustrated when they notice their child is becoming a picky eater, and doesn’t seem to have a good balanced diet. No matter how much greens you put on their plate they just don’t want to eat it! Do you encourage your child to try something again? Are you a second meal making parent? Find our more here: https://childmind.org/article/how-to-help-kids-who-are-picky-eaters/
Getting Your Children to do Chores
Introducing your kids to chores when they turn a certain age has its pros and cons. It can teach them independence and help them to learn everyday life skills but can also be a nuisance for them. Getting a good balance of understanding life skills, setting chores and offering rewards are a good way to start. Can learning to do chores at an early age help you later in life? Read more here: https://childmind.org/article/how-can-i-get-my-kids-to-do-chores/
Can Screen Time Be Educational for Children?
Im sure that all parents are guilty of screen time at some point in their Child’s life. Some parents admit that it makes their life easier and it allows them to get on with other tasks, while other parents monitor screen time for toddler. Can too much screen time for toddlers have an affect on their development? Is toddler screen time taking away from parent/carer interactions? Find out more here: https://childmind.org/article/value-screen-time-toddlers-preschoolers/
Are Kids Obsessed with Fortnite?
Many parents are worried about their kids being obsessed with the famous fortnite computer game, some parents say “it is almost hypnotising”, while others find it difficult to get their child off it and notice a change in their behaviour. What makes Fortnite so appealing for kids? Read the full article here: https://childmind.org/article/parents-guide-dealing-fortnite/
