As a parent, have you ever had a gut feeling when your children are playing video games when they could be running in the fresh air looking to make mud pies?Or perhaps their blackberries are clicking away at the dinner table and they are unable to be present at this lovely family time? Well, your gut …
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Wherever you are, whoever you are, It's highly likely that you will have your own opinions on gender-neutral parenting and its effects, good or bad in today's society. My question to you is this, do you think a gender-neutral style of parenting is completely harmless to our children or are we doing more harm than good? …
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As a parent, you'll want to do everything in your power to foster your child's development while they are being entertained and having fun! As you may already know, choosing the right toy for your child which actually has visible results is vital! Toys which spark and shape children's minds are key to give …
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Baby massage! What is it? Baby massage has been becoming more and more popular with families. It creates a unique and relaxing bonding moment between babe and the massager! It is incredibly beneficial to both your, and baby's health as well as emotional, mental and physical development! Not only does it help your little one get …
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Children are incredibly lucky in today's society. The amount of love and support that is there ever more than before for them has increased dramatically. However, with all this extra love, they are still not given the correct tools in early life to then be able to live the best version of themselves! According to …
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Nannying has been such a great fit for me! It allows me to work independently and create a beautiful bond with new parents and their children. Working so close to families means I'm able to really support them in various ways in which I can see how vital a strong, non-judgemental support system really is! …
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Last week, on a completely normal day with my nanny kiddos I experienced something that has woken me up and I just couldn't wait to tell you guys what happened! So on Wednesday of last week, it was such a beautiful day outside in Glasgow (which is saying a lot) but sadly since it was …
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I remember when I was growing up I had a tendency to overjudge myself. I really didn't think much of who I am. I was always focussing on my imperfections and looking back now, they probably were the smallest things, but I guess in my head it was easily blown out of proportion. Thankfully, I …
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As the trees are changing into some beautiful fall colours and we are seeing the sunlight a little less (especially here in Scotland), some educational and fun activities are definitely on the cards! Here are a few of my tried and tested favourites! Toilet roll scarecrow! This is a super easy activity! It's …
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Sometimes it can be the loveliest thing to actually see the writer behind all these wonderful blog posts you've been reading! So let me introduce you, to well, me! I grew up in Glasgow, Scotland where I still currently stay! Other than my main love, childcare I also love travelling, dogs and have a …
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When caring for a little bean, the last thing I want is for them to have an unrealistic idea of how money works and how to use it in the world. I am for my kiddos to grow up knowing how to make it, and how to have a healthy relationship with it. We …
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Let’s face it, disciplining a child is no easy feat. Many small debates over simple tasks can end up with both the caretakers and kiddos in fumes! So, in an attempt to hose some fumes down, is there an alternative route we can try to create a much calmer positive environment? Well, the …
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Its Tuesday afternoon, let's say 2:30pm. You have one little kiddo clung to your leg and another in your arms perhaps shoving a finger up your nose. You didn't eat lunch since both children have been pinning you down with a nipple each what seems like since they were born. Both putting up a …
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The younger you can introduce your little one to a routine, the better! Some clients ask me, "But why when they are so little do they need a routine"? We adults (or so-called) Repeating the same routine day in and day out might seem a little dull. Reading their favourite book the 4th night …
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Have you ever heard the term, "breast is best"? Feeding your little bear, of course, will have amazing developmental benefits. However, when deciding which way you'd like to feed your little one. Is there really a better option? And if so, what is it? Breastfeeding Nursing your baby can be a …
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