A friend has reached out on Facebook this week asking for advice on this subject. Letting your child go for a sleepover for the first time can be a real concern for parents and rightly so, as we all need to know that our offspring are safe. My children sometimes had sleepovers at the weekends…
Sarah, has suggested this post As the schools have been closed to most children for a much longer time than usual. Some children and parents may be feeling anxious about going back in September. My grandchildren are desperate to get back to school, as the lock down is getting boring for them now, however, many…
I was recently asked by a parent what her child will be expected to do before starting school. My answer was as all children are individuals and therefore different there are no set rules, as such. I suggest that a child should be toilet trained ( could be difficult for a child with special needs)…
When I was working as a registered child minder, I did a topic on the theme of people who help us. We went on a visit to the local fire station, with some other child minders and their children; this was arranged by the leader of our child minding network. We were all given a…
There are many advantages why a parent, mother or father should join a toddler group,( traditionally known as mother and toddler groups.) with their child. Firstly it is a fantastic opportunity to meet other parents in similar situations as yourself. A well run group will benefit your child as it will help to teach them…