Parenting

26 September 2007

How to get your kids eating better
By Juliette KellowThanks to Jamie Oliver we know more than ever about the right foods to feed our kids. But is there anything else you can do to get your ...

26 September 2007

Mums worried that imperfect baby skin indicates bad parenting
New research findings to launch National Baby Skin Week – October 1stBaby skin is often thought of as perfectly smooth, soft and flawless, however, new research from Comfort Pure reveals ...

26 September 2007

If you’ve got pregnancy on your mind this Christmas, rely on First Response to help you find ou
First Response has been helping women get pregnant for 20 years with brilliant products that are trusted by millions.Christmas is a busy enough time, so if you are trying for ...

celebrity babies
24 September 2007

Celebrity New Arivals and Baby Talk
Samantha Harris,Josselyn Sydney Hess, Salma Hayek,Valentina Paloma Pinault, Sarah McDonald, Noel Gallagher, Donovan Rory MacDonald Gallagher, Halle Berry, Courtney Thorne-SmithFirst time mums America's Dancing With The Stars Hostess Samantha Harris ...

21 September 2007

Schools Must Fight cyber bullies
Schools are being given guidance urging them to take firm action against pupils who use mobile phones and the internet to bully other children and teachers.More than a third of ...

20 September 2007

Preparing to become a dad
Knowing that you're going to be a dad is a momentous experience but one that brings lots of questions. Do I feel ready to be a father? How will we ...

20 September 2007

Separated dads
Maintaining a strong relationship with your child even if you're no longer living in the same house is vital. If you're in close contact with your child, he'll recover better ...

18 September 2007

Giving praise
Your affection, looks, gestures and words allow your child to develop a view of themselves as loved and lovable. Acting in this way will encourage them to tackle new challenges ...

18 September 2007

Developmental stages: four to seven years
As your child starts school, she'll be walking and running well, will be able to climb a ladder and get around most pieces of playground equipment.Over the next three years ...

17 September 2007

Communication Between You and your partner
Your daily routines, social life and even what you talk about will all be different once your baby's born. Expect some ups and downs as you work out new ways ...

17 September 2007

Being A Parent
It's easy for your children to take up your every waking minute. But unless you look after yourself, you can exhaust all your reserves of energy and enthusiasm. Make time ...

Nigella Lawson
14 September 2007

Nigella Lawson and Myleene Klass Are Yummy Mummies
Nigella Lawson and Myleene Klass have been voted as 2007’s Yummiest Mummies while Britney Spears and Kerry Katona were crowned Slummy Mummy of the Year in a recent poll.Chef Nigella ...

14 September 2007

Developmental stages
Physical changes will affect your child in these years as pubic hair appears. Growth spurts can leave your child feeling gangly and awkward. Your daughter's breasts will begin to develop ...

14 September 2007

How To Help Increase Childrens Independence
You'll notice your child is working towards more independence from your family. He'll make more of his own decisions - from simple things such as the clothes he wears, to ...

12 September 2007

Christmas decorations step by step guide
This Christmas, why not turn your hand to making your own tree decorations? Not only will it help you save money but it will also be an innovative way to ensure ...

12 September 2007

Make this a hands-on Hallowe’en!
The spookiest night of the year is just around the corner and if you’re hesitant to buy another Hallowe’en costume for your child, why not get creative and make them ...

12 September 2007

Disneys Lion King - Lyceum Theatre in the West End
Disneys Lion King is the most amazing theatrical experience to be had in the West End.It makes the movie look like a dull kids fantasy. A mixture of miraculous costumes, ...

12 September 2007

Scientific nursing top gives breastfeeding babies a brain workout
Breastfeeding babies could become smarter thanks to a scientifically designed 'clever baby' nursing top revealed by the University of Portsmouth this week.The new nursing top incorporates the latest research in ...

7 September 2007

Unfounded Fears Spark Concerns For Potential MMR Epidemic
Research launched at the British Pharmaceutical Conference (BPC) in Manchester shows only 63% of UK parents vaccinate their children against measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), sparking concerns about the potential ...

5 September 2007

Typical personality
At first your child will be exploring new ideas and ways of behaving through pretend play and then by trying things out for real.The imagination really gets a proper workout ...

5 September 2007

Sibling relationships
It's normal for brothers and sisters to get along some of the time and to fall out the rest. Sibling relationships are the testing ground where children try out different ...

5 September 2007

A Study Reveals the Hidden Suffering of Children with Language Difficulties
Children in the UK with speech and language difficulties are prone to loneliness, feelings of frustration and poor self-esteem, a new Department of Health study has revealed.The study is the ...

3 September 2007

Being a parent takes a lot of energy
It's easy for your children to take up your every waking minute. But unless you look after yourself, you can exhaust all your reserves of energy and enthusiasm. Make time ...

31 August 2007

Childrens Moods, stress and depression
Some estimates say that up to ten per cent of children in middle childhood may suffer from depression.What might stress your childCommon causes include:arguments between parents or parents splitting up ...