Parenting
Mother, Baby & Child
BABY-CARE ASSISTANCE AT HOME
Szandra Akkach, CEO of Elite Babies & Tots discusses the benefits of hiring a baby-care assistant, especially if you’re a first-time mum who needs an extra pair of hands at home
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April 2020
Mother, Baby & Child
TEACHER'S PROFILE: SANDRA CARDEN
Garden Coordinator, Office of Service Learning at American School of Dubai
3 min |
April 2020
Mother, Baby & Child
ASK THE EXPERT: ZOE WOOLLEY
Headmistress at Foremarke School Dubai
4 min |
April 2020
Mother, Baby & Child
The Number One Secret Of Happy Families
It’s no secret that every family’s goal is to be happy. Mums are always working towards what they consider to be their family’s greater happiness and, while other mums are always giving them advice on the rights anda wrongs, it seems like every family has its secrets to happiness.After asking mums: what’s your secret to a happy family? Mother, Baby & Child got its own set of answers. Can you keep a secret?
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January 2018
Mother, Baby & Child
Kids: Switch Off – Time For A Digital Detox
As more and more children are sucked into a black hole of iPad and smartphone games, losing interest in activities like sports and reading, their parents are becoming increasingly concerned.
3 min |
January 2018
Mother, Baby & Child
Aw, You Poor Baby!
10 reasons babies cry and how to soothe them.
3 min |
August 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen
Getting the kids to listen is a parenting battle only few know how to win. Mastering the art of communicating with kids no matter their age requires careful attention and a know-how which follows the simplest rules in the book. Here are five ways to get your kids to listen:
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August 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Bilingual Education For Preschoolers - The Path To Success?
Studies have shown that the early years of brain development are of critical importance.
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August 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
10 Things Not To Say To A New Mum
Ah, the joys of new motherhood! Baby is crying day and night, your sleep cycle is a mess and that carpet stain just won’t come off. The only thing that’s missing is unsolicited advice from complete strangers, or friends and family, on how to deal with this new phase. Here are the 10 things new mamas don’t want to hear:
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August 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
20 Toddler Discipline Tactics That Work
Toddlers can be a lot of work! Mums know that the frustration associated with mismatched shoes, broken vases and random chocolate stains can mean the verge of a nervous breakdown. However, Mother, Baby & Child is up to the challenge – do you have what it takes to discipline a toddler?
4 min |
October 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Sweet Dreams
Sleeping tips for happy babies (and mums).
3 min |
October 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Saving For Your Child's Education
There are many factors parents need to consider when it comes to their children’s education. While college may seem like a long way down the road for the parents of toddlers and pre-teens, the cost of education will usually need a consistent, long-term plan.
2 min |
October 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Choosing A Nursery For Your Toddler
You’re pregnant! The excitement sets in.
2 min |
October 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Ask The Expert
“I feel like I’m not a part of my child’s early childhood education journey. Should I be more involved? If so, how can I do that?” Naomi Jones, Dubai.
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June 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
20 Fun Things Your Kids Can Do This Summer
20 Fun Things Your Kids Can Do This Summer
3 min |
June 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Balancing School, Homework And Sleep
Once, I met a child who was brought in for counselling by a very concerned father suspecting that his son had developed an addiction to adult media. The father told me that his son’s grades had dropped, he was up late nights, mostly stayed in his room with the laptop and didn’t participate in any outdoor activities.
3 min |
September 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Struggling Learners
Learning Disabilities And The Early Warning Signs.
3 min |
September 2017
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Extra-curricular Fun
Choosing an after-school activity for your child.
3 min |
September 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Children On Board - Car Safety Tips
We often hear about the importance of driving safely, but it’s even more important to be extra careful when it comes to driving with children. "Dubai car insurance companies’ data shows that the likelihood of you getting into an accident is around 35%. Young children are particularly susceptible to injuries, even in minor car accidents, therefore extra measures should be taken to ensure their safety while driving,” Emre Guclu, head of insurance at Service Market, tells Mother, Baby & Child. Here are some essential child safety tips which can make every ride safer for you and your family:
3 min |
September 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Surviving Pregnancy …With Toddlers And Pre-schoolers
When I was pregnant the first time around, I started an exciting, but overwhelming journey. Even though I suffered with every pregnancy, I had a huge luxury that I took for granted: spare time, as is the case for most first-time mums.
4 min |
September 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
15 Things Mums Love (and Hate) about Back to School
School season brings about mixed feelings – not only for kids, but for mothers as well. Eager to see some structure for a change as opposed to the crazy summer days, mums look forward to having the kids sleep, eat and play at the same times ever day. However, there’s also a downside to Back to School. Here are some of the things mums love, and “loathe”, about the school season:
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September 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Family Portrait Do's And Don'ts
“Aww, how precious!” Years ago, taking heart-warming family portraits was easy. Now, professional photogs compete with billions of others who display their work online, hundreds of other studios and self-proclaimed digital gurus and social media addicts.That’s why, in the age of Instagram, it’s important to take a step back and go back to basics. Zeina Abdalla, founder of videography, photography and social media solutions concept ‘fishfayce’, shares some family portrait do’s and don’ts:
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July 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
School and Extracurricular Activities Finding the Right Balance
When it comes to schoolwork and extracurricular activities, children have so much on their plate. Experts have agreed that a balance between the two is crucial, but how can you help them achieve it so that they benefit from both?
2 min |
July 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
10 Ways To Track Your Child's Educational Progress
School’s out, but that doesn’t mean we’ll stop planning for the next academic year. Your children will be learning new skills over the summer, and it’s a good time to take a good look at where they’re headed in terms of educational progress while thinking of your involvement for the coming back-to-school season. Here are some ways to track your child’s development:
3 min |
July 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids
A mum always wants the best for her kids. Working hard to raise strong individuals, she hopes they’ll go on to lead happy lives and have a good moral standing. Sometimes,however, it can get difficult, and us mums start to question our choices –also hoping that the decisions we make will lead to the results we’re seeking.
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January 2018
Mother, Baby & Child
No More Drama?
There are people of all ages for whom acting is a singularly exciting prospect and preoccupation, but it’s of interest particularly to the young. Perhaps it’s the process of revealing oneself emotionally that excites the young actor, or that of stepping into the shoes of a character and losing oneself for a while to 'become' another person.
2 min |
January 2018
Mother, Baby & Child
How Do I Raise A Science-minded Child?
A child’s favourite subject will depend on their preferences and the way they’ve been exposed to it through their education at school and their environment at home as well. Science is an important part of modern-day curriculums; it offers effective methods in teaching children hands-on skills, with fun experiments and colourful modes of study.
2 min |
January 2018
Mother, Baby & Child
15 Tips For Choosing A Good School
If you haven’t already, it’s time to choose a school: this is probably one of the hardest decisions parents would ever have to make. What constitutes a ‘good’ school? How can we set the right criteria for our choices? More importantly, how do we make a decision which would benefit our children the most in the future?
3 min |
October 2017
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Hugs & Klsses
13 Reasons Why You Should Cuddle Your Kids.
2 min |
October 2017
Mother, Baby & Child
Baby Steps
Myths and Truths About Walking.
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