Parenting
Mother, Baby & Child
HEALTH CHECK-UPS FOR EVERY WOMAN
The best way to mark International Women’s Day and Mothers’ Day is to resolve to take measures to be healthy! Here are the most commonly recommended check-ups for women.
2 min |
March 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
TEACHING CHILDREN ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Electrical safety is essential to get right with children around - so what can you do at home to keep your kids out of danger?
4 min |
March 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
LET'S TALK ABOUT STRESS & MOTHERHOOD!
Motherhood is an amazingly fulfilling role but at the same time, there are stresses associated with it. Let’s take a look!
5 min |
March 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
HANDLING AGGRESSIVE TODDLER BEHAVIOUR
Are you struggling with your toddler’s outbursts? Here, Ella Ryan looks at some ways to tackle aggressive behaviour during this colourful phase of your child’s life.
5 min |
March 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
CHANGE THE ENVIRONMENT, CHANGE THE BEHAVIOUR!
Kids will behave one way at home, another way at school and differently again in public. Let’s take a look at how changing the environment changes behaviour.
4 min |
March 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
ENCOURAGING CREATIVITY IN YOUR CHILD
There are lots of opportunities for parents to help their children to flourish as adults, including fostering creativity - which has many benefits. Let’s take a look!
4 min |
February 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
HOW LANGUAGE DEVELOPS IN THE FIRST 8 YEARS
Ella Ryan looks at how children progress their communication and language skills from young babies’ communication styles, right up to eight years of age.
7 min |
February 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
FOOD INTOLERANCE IN KIDS
A food intolerance can range from being uncomfortable to very painful for a child. Here, we look at some common food intolerances, the symptoms and what to do.
4 min |
February 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
WHEN TO WORRY ABOUT THUMB SUCKING!
In this article we look at why thumb sucking can become an issue and how best to help your child stop this habit for good.
3 min |
February 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
WHEN OLDER KIDS ARE BED-WETTING
Night time bed-wetting during sleep is common in children, so if your child is affected you will find these tips and strategies useful.
2 min |
February 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
HOW TO TACKLE SCHOOL ANXIETY
Now that the school term has been underway for a month, most children have settled into the school routine. However, there are also some kids that are not settling well, so let’s look into why this might happen.
5 min |
February 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
HOW ADVERTISING INFLUENCES OUR KIDS
Advertising affects all children. So, what should parents be aware of when it comes to the ways your child is being targeted by advertising asks Ella Ryan?
5 min |
February 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
FAMILY HOLIDAY TRAVEL TIPS
Travelling with children can be stressful, so let’s talk about some useful things to remember so your next trip is as smooth as possible for the whole family.
5 min |
February 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
ENCOURAGING YOUR CHILD'S PERSONAL GROWTH
Do you want to raise a child who is self-confident, competent, resilient and able to stay true to themselves? Here are some ways to support your child’s success in these areas.
4 min |
February 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
CHOCOLATE & STRAWBERRIES Valentine's mood boosting foods
The two most iconic foods that symbolise love and Valentine’s Day are chocolate and strawberries. But did you know that these two foods really do create happiness. Here, Ella Ryan explains how!
2 min |
February 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
DENTAL HEALTH & HYGIENE FOR CHILDREN
The number-one dental problem among toddlers is tooth decay, with 10% of toddlers already having one or more cavities. Your kids will need your help to get their oral hygiene habits right, so here are a few tips to guide you.
3 min |
January 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
TIPS TO STAY ORGANISED WITH HOMEWORK
Now that the new school term has started, maybe your child could benefit from some help keeping organised with homework! If so, here are our top tips for how to set them up for success this year.
4 min |
January 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
THE BENEFITS OF READING TO BABIES
We know that the earlier a child is exposed to books and reading, the more likely they are to become a reader for life. But some interesting things also happen in the brain of a newborn that makes reading to them from birth beneficial to their development.
2 min |
January 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
HEALTHY NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS FOR CHILDREN
The new year is the perfect time to get your child to understand that a change in habits is a great idea. But it’s up to you to provide the momentum to make sure everyone follows through!
6 min |
January 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
BODY GOALS AFTER HAVING A BABY
At some point after a new mum settles into her new role and routine with the baby, it’s common to put some of the focus back onto her own body, energy and fitness. Here are some New Year’s Resolutions if you’re thinking of working towards some body goals.
4 min |
January 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
ANEMIA IN KIDS & TEENS
It is very common for teenagers, especially girls, to experience anemia, but thankfully this condition is easy to treat once you spot the symptoms and take action!
4 min |
January 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
EDITOR'S BEAUTY PICKS
Product review
1 min |
January 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
MANAGING COLDS & FLU THIS MONTH
The cold and rainy weather over the UAE has brought with it an unwelcome bout of colds and flu. Here are a few insights and tips into navigating yourself and your family through it!
2 min |
January 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
“MOM, I WANT TO BE A BLOGGER!” KEEPING YOUR CHILD'S HOBBY SAFE
A report by global market research company, Morning Consult, revealed that more than half of people aged between 13-38 would like to become an influencer. Your child might be one of them! Here, David Jacoby, Security Researcher at Kaspersky, talks to us about how to make sure your child fulfils their blogging ambitions safely - and the role you play in this as a parent.
7 min |
January 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
SUCCESS TIPS FOR WORK AT HOME MUMS
The pandemic has given rise to a work from home culture that can provide both benefits and downsides to mums. Let’s see if we can help to get the balance right!
7 min |
January 2022
Mother, Baby & Child
PLAYING ONLINE GAMES SAFELY: RULES FOR YOUNG GAMERS & PARENTS
Parents often think that if their children play online games they are missing out on healthy human interaction and social skills. However, many parents don’t realise that games may be tools that are just as useful as books, movies, sports - each in their own way, says Andrey Sidenko, an expert on children’s online safety at Kaspersky.
5 min |
December 2021
Mother, Baby & Child
HELPING YOUR KIDS ADJUST TO A NEW BABY
The lives and routines of children and teens are dramatically changed when a new baby sibling arrives. Here we look at some pointers to help them adjust to the family member.
5 min |
December 2021
Mother, Baby & Child
EVENT REPORT: CHILD HEALTH, SAFETY & WELLBEING
Held at the Orphic Lounge, Stella di Mare Hotel, Dubai Marina
6 min |
December 2021
Mother, Baby & Child
CHILD SAFETY EVENT REPORT: ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OF LITHIUM COIN CELL BATTERIES
This Child Safety Event Report is for both mothers who attended and those who registered but were not able to attend this important child safety briefing in person.
4 min |
December 2021
Mother, Baby & Child
LEARNING WHAT TO DO IF A CHILD IS CHOKING
If a child is choking, it is often a life-threatening situation and you’ll have just a couple of minutes to take the right action to save the child’s life. For this reason, it is vital to ask your local doctor or clinic for instruction or a class on how to handle a choking event. In the meantime, this article is only for general awareness of choking, and NOT intended or attempting to replace the formal first aid instruction you should get from your doctor.
6 min |