Parenting

17 November 2020

Seven parent approved zero mess, no fuss toys for toddlers

As a mum of a two year old, I feel I spend most of my days picking up bits of plastic from the floor, hoovering up glitter and cleaning paint ...
16 November 2020

Seven items lying around your house that could be a choking hazard for your toddler

We all leave things where they don’t belong from time to time and normally it’s not a problem, however when you have a toddler in the house, these small pieces ...
15 November 2020

How to introduce your toddler to potty training (even if they aren’t quite ready)

If you think your toddler is still too small to be potty trained (the general advice is from around two and a half years old) there are ways you can ...
13 November 2020

Seven ways to teach your toddler about kindness

It’s never too early to teach your little one how to be kind. It’s a trait that we should all have because kindness goes a long way. Kindness is a ...

12 November 2020

Female First’s top Christmas Eve box gift ideas for toddlers

Christmas Eve boxes seem to be gathering more and more momentum with each year that passes, so if you want to start this tradition as well and have a toddler ...
11 November 2020

Christmas 2020: Female First's top stocking ideas for toddlers

Buying big ticket items for toddlers are easy, however it can be a struggle to find things that are small but not going to be a choking hazard. Here are ...
10 November 2020

Seven ways to save money when buying Christmas presents for your toddler

I am the first to admit that I can get a bit carried away when it comes to buying things for my daughter. When I look back at last Christmas, ...
9 November 2020

Seven minimalist Christmas gifts for toddlers

If you are a minimalist parent or indeed aspiring to be one and therefore want to avoid masses of presents entering your home this year, here are some ideas for ...
8 November 2020

Sophie McCartney (AKA Tired and Tested) discusses her addictive web series and new Funny Women Award

Sophie McCartney (AKA Tired and Tested) has scooped the prestigious Funny Women Award for Best Web Series 2020 as voted for by the general public. Sophie is keen to use her ...
8 November 2020

Seven gift ideas for a baby’s first Christmas

If there’s a new baby in your life- you might not want to buy them something generic for their first Christmas but something that they can treasure forever. Here are ...
5 November 2020

Parenting: Seven ways to teach your toddler about money

If you want your child to respect money- to save it, spend it well and have a healthy, meaningful relationship with coins and notes, it’s important to start them early. ...
4 November 2020

Eight fun facts about November babies

As we are now firmly in the month of November, it’s important to note all the things that are associated with being born in the eleventh month of the year. ...
3 November 2020

Seven ways to help your toddler relax around the fireworks this Bonfire Night

Bonfire night can be scary for young children, especially when they don’t understand why there are loud bangs going off outside and why the night sky is lit up with ...
2 November 2020

Seven ways to celebrate Bonfire Night with a toddler in lockdown

While Bonfire Night may look a little different this year, you can still celebrate with your little one in your own special way that is appropriate to their age and ...
1 November 2020

Seven books you should read to your toddler to help them fall in love with reading

I love books and as a mum of a two year old, I place a lot of importance on reading to or with my little one. As my daughter has ...
1 November 2020

Seven Christmas Eve box ideas for babies

If you don’t want to leave your baby out on Christmas Eve, here are a few little bits you could put in their box, if you do so wish… Christmas ...
30 October 2020

Seven choking hazards for toddlers all parents should know about this Halloween

As we all celebrate Halloween at home, there is a good chance many of us will be serving a buffet to mark the occasion. While it’s important all parents and ...
29 October 2020

Seven ways to avoid being a hermit as a new mum

The first weeks and months as a new mum are some of the hardest in your life. The fatigue is crippling and a lack of energy often means you don’t ...
28 October 2020

Seven things you might want to pack in your toddler's portable first aid kit

Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional so for all the medicines I mention in this article, it’s always best to seek medical advice first before giving it to your ...
27 October 2020

Top tips for hosting a toddler friendly Halloween party in lockdown

While you may not be able to have people over this Halloween, you probably don’t want your toddler to miss out on all the fun. So, here are my top ...
25 October 2020

Seven things a doll can teach your toddler

The humble toy doll can have a number of benefits for your toddler, so whether you have a boy or a girl, a doll is one toy with the potential ...
22 October 2020

Seven ways to teach your toddler about colours

There are three key things your toddler should know (or at least have a good basic grasp of) before heading to school or nursery and these are numbers, letters and ...
21 October 2020

Seven reasons to take your toddler pumpkin picking this Halloween

I took my daughter pumpkin picking last year so this time around it was my husband’s turn. I’m writing this as they return- caked in mud with pumpkins that are ...
21 October 2020

How to support the mum of a toddler during lockdown

Being the mum of a toddler in lockdown is not easy. I know from experience that it can be a challenge to say the least. So if you know a ...