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Understanding the Montessori Approach to Learning
Understanding the Montessori Approach to Learning
The Montessori philosophy for educating children is based on the belief that every child learns at his own pace and through multi-sensory activities. Dr. Maria Montessori developed her method in... Read more...
Preparing For Your Child's First Day at School
Preparing For Your Child's First Day at School
Your child’s first day at school is nerve-wracking for both you and your child. There are many things that you need to take into account, but some of the main... Read more...
Dogs and Babies: Making the Adjustment
Dogs and Babies: Making the Adjustment
Welcoming a baby into your home is an exciting and often overwhelming experience. Just as you adjust to life with another family member, so does your dog. Your pup might... Read more...
The Nitty-Gritty: Getting Rid of Head Lice
The Nitty-Gritty: Getting Rid of Head Lice
It's a shock for parents when they realise that their child has head lice for the first time. Sometimes the news arrives in a letter from school, while, in other... Read more...
From Conception to Birth – Your 42 Week Pregnancy Calendar
From Conception to Birth – Your 42 Week Pregnancy Calendar
Congratulations – you are going to have a baby.  Your life is about to change in many wonderful ways, and your body will be undergoing many changes over the next... Read more...
From the Crib to the Bed: Six Tips to Help Your Child Adjust With the Change
From the Crib to the Bed: Six Tips to Help Your Child Adjust With the Change
Every parent knows that the day must eventually arrive when your child will make the transition from his or her crib to a mattress and box spring.  Changing to a... Read more...
Swimming Pool Safety for Kids
Swimming Pool Safety for Kids
Summertime comes in and the kids want to be at and in the pool. Although swimming pools are great sources of fun and exercise for children, they can have an... Read more...
Chinese New Year Traditions: The Red Packet
Chinese New Year Traditions: The Red Packet
It’s a tradition all children look forward to with glee, hands rubbing together in anticipation. It puts a sparkle in every eye and a hint of impatience in every step... Read more...
Morning Sickness Survival Tips
Morning Sickness Survival Tips
 Morning sickness can put a damper on the otherwise exciting time of a new pregnancy.  There are ways to cope with it!  While not every solution may work for you,... Read more...
Recovering from a C-Section
Recovering from a C-Section
  While most pregnancies are planned vaginal deliveries, some result in a cesarean section.  Delivering a baby by c-section puts additional strain on new mothers.  Not only are they learning... Read more...
6 Things Women Should Know during Pregnancy
6 Things Women Should Know during Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting stage where a woman undertakes a great responsibility to care for a new life that grows inside her. The ability to bring about the best for... Read more...
Baby Shower Game Ideas
Baby Shower Game Ideas
As a mother of seven I have been given several baby showers and attended many baby showers. Games are always looked forward too. Here are some fun games that will... Read more...