Whether you’re the type of parent who only sticks to the basics or one who splurges on clothes for their kids, it’s inevitable that those cute little onesies and dresses will eventually no longer fit your little one. When that happens, you’re faced with the dilemma of what to do with all those baby clothes.
We all have friends or close family members in our lives that may become a new mum at some point, and it is as exciting for them as it is for you to witness. As a mum myself I can remember those early days fondly, and you know that your friend has it all to come.
While a lot of it can be gained through experience, there are some newborn essentials that every new parent and newborn can benefit from. With that in mind, here are some of them.
In the days and weeks following childbirth, it is important to not lose sight of your own needs and take some time to focus on caring for yourself. Your baby needs you, and it is essential that you take care of yourself in order to be able to take care of your child.
Postpartum depression is something that you never think will happen to you, but it is common affecting 1 in every 10 women within a year of giving birth. Many women feel the “baby blues” after giving birth, but postpartum depression is much more serious than this and something that you need to know how to manage.
The third trimester of your pregnancy lasts from week 29 to week 40, which corresponds to months seven, eight, and nine of your pregnancy. At this stage of pregnancy, feelings range from exhaustion and concern to joy and anticipation for the arrival of the baby. Your kid continues to grow, and if they’re born early, they’ll have a greater chance as the third trimester advances.
In today’s busy world, many parents may find that getting enough time to allow their children to play is tough. Although it might not seem like a big issue, there are actually huge benefits to letting your child play and explore their imaginations. Let’s look at how playtime can improve your child’s awareness.
There are plenty of early years education activities you can do from the age of one, and it can be a big help for them to have some grounding in knowledge before entering a new chapter of their own lives. So with that in mind, here are some of the early years education activities that you can be doing with your one, two, and three-year-old ahead of school.
Many toddlers love to dance. This isn’t surprising, they are just discovering what their bodies are capable of and how they can move them around. The good news is there are several ways in which you can encourage your dancing toddler to stay active at home.
With the evenings becoming darker & darker, my mind is slowly starting to think about Christmas (I’m sorry, I said it!!). This will be my youngest child’s second Christmas & (fingers crossed!) we won’t be in lockdown this year, so there is a lot to celebrate. I thought I would jot down some potential gift ideas for my little one, which would be great gift inspiration for any under 2’s.
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