Halloween is just around the corner and what better time to celebrate costumes, candy and all things spooky with your little one. Spend the final days of October getting really creative with some arty and tasty ideas for the whole family to enjoy. Here we share some super fun, Halloween […]
3 Reasons Why A Second Baby Is More Difficult. As a doting dad to a 4-year old daughter and 6-month old son, I have some news for you – having two kids is pretty bloody difficult. People often talk about the transition from no kids to one kid as being […]
Growing up with parents running a nursery business, one could falsely assume that they were model parents considering they make a living out of parenting. But alas, no one’s perfect, as the following examples prove. Perhaps prospective parents should take note on what’s acceptable behaviour, and what’s not? 1.Don’t walk […]
Whether you’re stuck at Terminal 5, in the belly of a ferry in Dover, or just sitting on the M25 for six hours, delays and dead time are an inevitable part of travel. Many adults find waiting around difficult enough, but for excited children faced with delays, the change of […]
Naturally sweetened by the fruit and with the vegetables lending a little dose of vitamins, there really doesn’t get much better than homemade fruit and veg popsicles. A refreshing treat on a hot summer’s day, fruit and veg popsicles are fun, easy to make and taste so good. Your baby […]
How to simplify family life – by Sarah Thompson July 12 is Simplicity Day and who wouldn’t like things to be a bit more simple now and then? Babies, sleep-deprivation and the pace of modern life make living simply surprisingly difficult. We’ve put together a few pointers to help you […]
Want your kids to discover and enjoy all that nature has to offer this summer? If you’re in need of some nature fueled inspiration to stimulate those little minds, start planning some fun family days at home or in the great outdoors with our 7 exciting outdoor activities for the […]
In the fug of the early years it can be difficult to know if you’re getting it right or just getting by. Use our handy checklist of things to do with your child before they turn 3 ¼ and you can feel happy that you’re ticking all the boxes. 1. Read […]
Many parenting manuals focus on the baby and what to do with them, but what about you – the parent? Becoming a parent is something most of us are woefully unprepared for. Not only in the practical sense – changing nappies and collapsing buggies are after all skills most of […]
Festival season is fast approaching and all around the UK, thousands of normally-sane parents are preparing to take their children to loud and expensive music events in difficult-to-find places, where it will probably rain, and no-one will get any sleep. Somerset based parenting expert and retailer, Hippychick, based on the […]
