Having a new baby is very exciting but your older child may worry about what all the changes may mean to them as for the last year or two they have probably been the centre of your universe. Pregnancy Preparations The first two years are what I call the attachment phase of your child’s life. Your child […]
I’ve been answering toddler questions for a regular feature that I write for an In -house magazine in the City – in fact I was inundated and had over 40 questions all about toddlers so I am looking forward to launching my new Parenting Made Easy – Toddler Membership System in the next couple of months as there is clearly […]
Toddlers are brilliant. Aren’t they? They live in the present moment. But, perhaps they’re also the most misunderstood humans on the planet. Perhaps as parents, we have forgotten what it’s like to be a toddler. To be small and dependent. To be constantly learning. To feel only one strong emotion at a time, yet not […]
When people tell you that becoming a parent is a life changing experience, they’re certainly not kidding! So when they go on to tell you about preparing yourself for those infamous and dreaded “terrible twos”, you really would be wise to seriously sit up and take note! It really […]
Temper Tantrums This weeks theme on my Disney Junior (UK) video tips with Billie & Greg from The Mummy Diaries is ‘Toddler Tantrums’ Logic and reason aren’t things that feature in your little ones experience yet. Toddlers have tantrums over a huge amount of things – ranging from whining and crying to screaming, kicking, hitting, […]
Is getting your kids to brush their teeth turning into a war of wills that’s driving you mad ? I well remember saying to my daughter Molly that she’d end up with black teeth and no boyfriends when she refused to brush her teeth for the umpteenth time ! Ouch ….. ! We want clean […]
Episode 35 Tweet of the Week To mark ‘Organ Donation Week’ @NHSOrganDonor #YesIDonate Topic 1 Discussing the lovely news about a new Royal Baby on BBC Three Counties Radio My articles on Morning Sickness Hyperemesis gravidarum (severe morning sickness) In this episode we discuss the affects on other children in the family who have a very sick […]
Story Massage from Meg Fenn on Vimeo. Yesterday I was delighted to attend a course on Story Massage as I thought it would be another useful addition to add to my toolbox of ways to help parents and children. What is Story Massage? Story Massage involves the use of 10 simple movements (through your clothes), […]
These photos made me laugh and I remember a few of them when my kids were little ! Which one is your favourite? http://www.dose.com/lists/3604/34-Hilarious-Photos-Of-Kids-Losing-It-Over-NOTHING?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Viral&utm_campaign=onsite_share
I’m on the JVS Show on BBC Three Counties talking about this controversial subject now. What do you think? “Parents taking infants on long flights are turning to medication to help their children sleep. But is the practice safe – or a dangerous abuse of parental power? On a recent afternoon flight from Miami to […]
Are you dealing with the “Terrible Two’s?” Do you suddenly have a fussy eater on your hands? Is it nearly impossible to get your toddler to stay in their bed at night? Are you struggling to potty train your toddler? I understand as I’ve been there , done that and have the T […]
How do we enhance communication skills in a 19 month old? Sue says build their confidence with language. Lynne adds read their body language
My pal across the pond Dr Lynne Kenney – The Family Coach and I have answered Lucy from Harrow’s question on her toddler playing her and her husband off against each other – watch our advice and send us in your parenting questions by posting up on the form at the bottom of this […]
A parent tantrum We all do it …. throw a parent tantrum that just seems to erupt like a volcano out of nowhere. So what can you do this week to notice when you are getting wound up, stressed out and beginning to lose the plot? Take some time this week to ponder 3 […]
Toddlers often use tears and tantrums to get what they want. There’s no surprise there then ! 🙂 But did you know that according to findings, parents spend £435 a year – on top of normal bills – to keep youngsters happy on family days out? Sweets (55 per cent), toys (41 per cent) and magazines (24 […]
