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Teaching your kids to sew can be beneficial to them in many ways. It encourages creativity, gives them a hobby and improves their dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Plus, eventually, they’ll be able to repair their own clothes and make their own costumes. But teaching little ones to do something so fiddly isn’t always easy. Sewing requires precision, planning and patience, three things that children aren’t known for. It’s not that difficult to teach them though. You may even have noticed them already completing...

Childbirth is the single most life-changing event you’re ever likely to experience. Your body changes, your priorities change and before you know it, you’re a mum and life is never going to be the same again. Pregnancy is an incubation period, not just for your baby, but also for you to grow as a mum. It’s an opportunity to prepare yourself, both emotionally and practically, for the weird and wonderful journey that is parenthood. Source: Pixabay So, how do you go about making the most of your pregnancy to ensure as smooth a transition...

If you’re thinking of searching for your family home, you need more than just a home that looks nice. You need to make sure that there are specific things close by, and that the house has everything you need to live in it for a very long time. Here are 7 things you should look for: Image Credit 1. A Great Location A great location is probably the most important thing in a family home. This is because you can change and improve most things about a home with the right company and funds, but you can never move a house! If you don’t...

Link to image You’ve tried before to quit smoking, but just never quite managed it. If you’ve been smoking for many years, it may feel like kicking the addiction is nigh impossible. When you’re trying for a baby, though, smoking can make conceiving difficult. In women, smoking kills the amount of eggs in the womb. That means that the more a woman smokes, the less likely she is to get pregnant. Because smoking can damage your chances of having a baby, it is vital that you stop as soon as possible. There are a few easy...

Children are only once so you have one shot to get it right. Most parents look back upon their child’s formative years and wish that they had done things a little differently. The secret to bonding with a child and giving them a good start in life is to spend time with them. What you do during that time isn’t crucial; the act of engaging with them and giving them your undivided attention is what matters. Yes, it is difficult to motivate yourself when you are exhausted, but those are the times you regret if you don’t. Steven Depolo If...

FIRST CHRISTMAS The first Christmas for your baby is exciting for both the parent and the child. It involves many nights out, traveling, late nights, meeting friends and relatives and generally stepping out of the normal family routines. It also means disruptions to the baby’s schedule and may cause babies to cry. If the baby is too young, avoid overstimulation and too much social exposure. FIRST BIRTHDAY Your baby’s first birthday marks a significant moment in both your life as a parent and the baby’s. It is a year...

If you’re thinking of teaching your child to drive, you’ve probably already realised that it won’t be easy. You need to make sure that before beginning lessons with you, your child is familiar with the rules of the road and that you’re comfortable in a car with them – it’ll be your responsibility if things go wrong! Ideally, you’ll have a lot of patience too as there will definitely be some mistakes. Still want to teach your child to drive? Here’s the best way to do it:   Image taken from Flickr   Start in...

If you were to make a list of some of the most rewarding jobs in life, then becoming a foster parent would definitely feature on it. Of course it has it’s share of ups and downs, but you’re essentially providing a good home and safe environment for a child until they go back to a biological relative or they’re adopted by your family, or another family. As you think about becoming a foster parent, there are many things to consider. Here are some of the things you need to know about becoming a foster parent that you might not already...

If your child has a birthday coming up, one of the best things you can do for them that they’ll really appreciate is throw them a cool birthday bash. Birthday parties are always exciting, especially for kids who get to invite their friends over and have an amazing time. They’ll no doubt be worn out by the end of the day and sleep soundly come bedtime! It’s up to you whether you have the party at your house or in your garden, or perhaps even in a rented hall. Either way, there will be mess that will be up to you to clean up. But never...

If you’ve decided that you’d like to get your child christened, you’re no doubt faced with a load of organisational problems to sort out before the big day. Where exactly are you supposed to start? What if you forget something? The following steps are things you’ll need to do before the big day to make sure everything goes as smoothly as possible: Image Author Choosing the Godparents The very first thing that you should get out the way is asking your chosen friends and family whether they’d like to be the godparents for your...

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