If you’re looking for ways to encourage your little one to start talking, there are a lot of clever tips you can try. However, first you need to understand that most children cannot use two or three word sentences until they are at least two years of age.
This is only a guideline however, and some may well start a little earlier, or even a lot later. Each child develops at their own pace so if they are a little slower, it’s not typically something you need to worry about.
Babies actually communicate and talk to you, in their own way, right from birth. So, there are things you can do from the minute you bring your little one home, to encourage them to start talking. Here, you’ll discover some of the best tips to encourage healthy speech development in babies. [Read more…]
Just when you think you’ve got your little one’s sleeping pattern under control, along comes the toddler years!
One of the main pieces of advice given to all new parents is to have a set routine. However, what many don’t realize is that there are a few different types of routines you can try out. As each baby is different, there is no universal routine that works. Instead, you need to create a routine that best suits you and your little one depending upon various factors.
As the weather hots up, what better way to keep you and baby cool than a trip to the pool? Babies love to swim and it can be a fantastic way to bond with your little one during the warm summer months. However, it can also be potentially dangerous unless you know what you’re doing.
Breastfeeding might be one of the most natural things in the world, but when it comes to doing it in public, it can be an uncomfortable process.
Summer is a fantastic season for toddlers. As the colder, rainy days finally draw to a close, the arrival of the hot, sunny days allows our little ones to get out into the sunshine and enjoy doing what toddlers do best – exploring the great outdoors.
One of the most common questions new parents have is how soon should they should start to look after baby’s gums? There’s a staggering amount of advice and tips on caring for a newborn, but gum care isn’t typically commonly listed.
Over the years, parenting styles have changed quite dramatically. There are a lot of different techniques you can use these days and one of the most recent, which is fast gaining in popularity, is positive parenting.
Toddlers are known for their notorious dislike of anything that’s remotely good for them. Even the sheer sight of a piece of broccoli at meal times can lead to an epic tantrum.
The moment you become pregnant, you’ll find the entire world seems to have an opinion or some piece of wisdom you absolutely need to follow. Even popping to the grocery store, you’ll find complete strangers feel the need to pass on their years of advice. While their heart is in the right place, unfortunately this sudden invasion of unwanted advice can start to drive you insane.
One of the most exciting parts of preparing for baby to arrive is getting to design their nursery. However, it can also be really difficult knowing how to decorate it.
Could your little one be suffering from lactose intolerance? It’s not overly common, but it is possible for babies to develop a lactose intolerance and it can cause quite worrying symptoms.
Before you can determine whether or not your little one has a lactose intolerance, it helps to know exactly what it is.
Looking for ways to please your bored, grouchy toddler? Let them do what they do best – play outdoors!
Ah, the joys of parenthood! From the minute your baby is born, your whole life as you know it ends and a new chaotic, sleep-deprived, crazy and terrifying new life begins. It’s easy to become overwhelmed by your new constant responsibilities and never-ending tasks, but the good news is there are ways to limit the chaos.