Something happens when you become a parent; you forget about yourself, and your baby becomes the centre of your attention. Your own self-care takes a backseat. This makes a lot of sense. After all, infants can’t fend for themselves,…
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Looking for the right Christmas gifts for a tween girl (MY tween girl!) has exhausted me. Honestly, I am worn out. I figured that if I’ve struggled this much, it is probably worth sharing my suggestions with everyone else…
Embracing the blessings of a large family is an enriching and amazing journey. Nonetheless, if we’re being real here, one can’t help but admit that the top elephant in the room for most large families is the eternal question…
Postpartum confidence is a strange creature that lurks and only pops out when you least expect it… or that is what I have found, anyway. Having a baby fills you with doubt… am I feeding him enough? Is she…
Postpartum hair loss is something that I completely forgot about until it started happening again. My little bundle of joy is now four and a half months old. A few weeks ago, I noticed my hair had begun to…
From being a baby to becoming a teen, most parents at some point will be concerned with their child’s sleep. Susan Leigh shares some wise words about the subject. For many of us, the two years of lockdown have…
As a parent, the decision of when to introduce solid foods to your baby is an important one. Early weaning, which refers to the introduction of solid foods before six months of age, has long been a controversial topic…
It can be incredibly challenging to deal with an angry child. Their behaviour can be unpredictable, and they might lash out at anyone who tries to help them. As a parent or caregiver, it’s essential to understand that your…
Reading for pleasure is not an essential life skill, but reading is and doing so with enjoyment can benefit children in countless ways. Reading for pleasure not only helps children to expand their vocabulary and improvs their language skills,…
Baby led weaning, purees or a mixture of the two? It is natural to be a little confused when your baby reaches 6 months and you are advised to start introducing solid foods. The subject of baby led weaning…