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…]
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?
Preschool is where your child is going to have their first experience of education. It’s going to shape their little minds and teach them important lessons about the world around them. Therefore, if you want to ensure they get the best start in life, choosing the right preschool is essential.
Bullying is largely associated with middle school. However, it can actually occur at any age. It’s not uncommon for children to experience bullying in elementary school, or even prior, for example. However, just because it’s common, doesn’t make it acceptable.
No two children are the same, so when siblings get together there’s bound to be a few conflicts. From fighting over toys to disagreeing over who did something better – it can often feel like a never-ending battle trying to stop your kids from arguing.
The toddler years were difficult enough to deal with in terms of behavior issues. However, they have nothing on the backchat stage which begins anytime between 4 and 6 years old. It can be infuriating and nothing you do or say seems to put a stop to it.
A child’s knowledge, character, and behavior are shaped at home by his parents and family. As we all know, the family is the basic foundation of our society. The family has a great influence on the type of person we will become someday.
Have you ever noticed that young children often sneeze and cough during the winter months? Even adults may frequently experience these symptoms when the weather shifts to the cold season. Though quite common, these can actually be early signs of some serious respiratory illnesses which may put our young children, most especially babies, at risk.
Have you encountered the term “critical thinking skills” in relation to a child’s development? These words are often used but most of us might have a vague understanding of what they really mean. To help us get a better understanding of this topic, let us first define “critical thinking”.