The minute your child starts school, they’re at a high risk of catching head lice. It’s estimated that between 6 million and 12 million children become infested with head lice each year. It’s a common problem which can be notoriously difficult to solve. Just when you think you’ve seen the last of them, there they are again.
So, how can you ensure you eliminate these pesky pests once and for all and is there a way to prevent your child picking them up again? Below, you’ll discover some top tips to get rid of head lice and whether it’s possible to prevent them. [Read more…]
Pregnancy is a real blessing for many women, and it’s also considered as a new and enjoyable chapter of life. Despite the joys of pregnancy, many expecting mothers are worried about many things. Some of these worries are genuine, while others are manageable but can bring unnecessary strain for the parent and the baby. Research has also proven that calm mothers also have anxiety episodes caused by little actions – such as a routine OB check.
When you have kids, a lot of things change. Time no longer feels like a luxury and the definition of clean changes significantly in the home! It can feel like an impossible task trying to keep the home clean from sticky fingers, constant spills, a never-ending pile of laundry and toys strewn all over the floor. There’s a lot to contend with so how exactly are you supposed to keep things clean and tidy when you’re busy enough looking after the kids?
When you’re preparing for baby’s arrival, it’s common to think about the nursery and the basic essentials you’re going to need. However, what many parents-to-be tend to forget about is car seat safety.
When it comes to preparing for labor, pain management tends to be the main factor women focus on. However, there’s a few other parts of the birth you’ll want to get ready for and heat is one of them.
Are you looking for some awesome ways to spend Halloween with your toddler this year? It may be just around the corner but there’s still plenty of time to organize a fun-packed day for you and your little one.
When you’re pregnant, you have to potentially put up with a lot of unpleasant side effects. Swollen ankles, back pain, morning sickness and frequent urination are just some of the symptoms associated with pregnancy. However, did you know that insomnia is another potentially frustrating symptom you need to worry about?
When you’re preparing for baby’s arrival, you’ll likely already have a list of essentials you think you’re going to need. Diapers and baby wipes for example, are just a couple of well-known essentials every new parent needs. However, did you know there’s likely a lot of stuff you’ll need which isn’t on your list?
Seeing your child biting another child is stressful enough. But what if you saw your kid biting his or her own arm? And on top of this, he/she is undergoing one of the worst tantrums ever? This can be really stressful, especially if it happened on public.
Moving to a new house is known to be one of the most stressful life experiences you will ever go through. Add a toddler to the mix and you’ll quickly discover it takes the stress to a whole new level.
All moms know that when it comes to giving their little one the best start in life, breast milk is generally considered preferable to formula. However, despite the fact it is branded as one of the most natural things in the world, unfortunately not all moms have the option to breastfeed their baby.
When you’re trying to get pregnant, it can be pretty frustrating waiting to find out whether or not you’ve been successful. Usually, you have to wait until you’ve missed a period before you can take a test. However, did you know that there are some symptoms which can show up as early as one week before your period is supposed to start?
What better way to get your toddler outdoors than to head off on a hike together? While the prospect of setting off on a long hike with your little one may be daunting, it can do them the world of good. Not only does it help introduce them to nature and the world around them, but it also helps to keep them active.
There’s no doubt about it – the prospect of giving birth can be utterly terrifying! It doesn’t help that the only real things you hear and read about giving birth are typically horror stories either.