I’m writing a new book for Random House all about toddlers that will be out next year and I’ve been pondering whether as parents we can ever be toooo loving. I don’t think we can – because I’m not talking about spoiling them with gifts but spoiling them with love, TIME, hugs and the gift of listening […]
The television has many names – TV, the telly, the box, the electric “babysitter”… While the last one is usually said in jest, the sad fact is there is more truth to it today than there should be. In decades past and when I was growing up, whether and how much to let babies watch TV wasn’t […]
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
Here’s a funny look at bringing up kids from The Huffington Post Super glue has no place in a house with young children. There is no such thing as allowing your kid to play with your phone “just once.” Don’t use Google to diagnose illnesses. Ever. Train your children to clean up all Legos before […]
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 […]
Thought you might like to know about a new way for your toddlers and little ones to learn about the emergency services as Bergen, the Norway-based CreaCon Entertainment has launched its first app for the Apple Store based on its preschool series City of Friends. The new City of Friends app, which is available for US$1.99, […]
I was recently interviewed by Littlewoods about the pressure families find themselves in to buy the ‘latest’ fashion item for their children. I believe kids get their values from you as you are their first role model – so how to talk about clothes, hairstyles and brands influences how your child talks and thinks about […]
Dear Sue My toddler has learnt how to play my husband and myself against each other in order to get what she wants. Our relationship is suffering as a result. Help! ~ Lauren, from Harrow It’s all about being clear and confident in what you think are your house rules. Grab a cup of coffee […]
Here are my pinterest articles on babies from weaning to walking http://pinterest.com/TheSueAtkins/babies/
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 […]
Today I am delighted to have as my guest blogger: Laura Henry, Managing Director of Childcare Consultancy. Laura has worked in early years/education for over 25 years and has two teenage sons and we are meeting up to talk about children, childcare and all things parenting today in Bletchingley over cupcakes and coffee ! For […]
“Dear Sue My 2 year old pretty much does whatever her older sister (4) tells her – no matter what they’re playing, the big one tells the little one what to do and she willingly goes along with it. How do I ensure she develops her own way of playing and doesn’t always just follow […]
I was recently coaching a lovely Mum who asked me “What do I do when my daughter incessantly keeps asking me “Why?” all the time? I think that each question a child asks is an attempt to add to their limited knowledge of the world and should be encouraged, as it let’s children know that […]
I remember LOVING making mud pies as a child myself so read about how making a mud pie, baking a cake and finger painting have topped a list of activities that parents believe toddlers should have accomplished by the time they are three. The list of 36 “landmark events”, which includes picking fruit, dancing with no […]
A Practical Guide
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