Author: Karen Sidell

We know that children learn through play, however, playing isn’t the only way for them to learn

The possibilities are endless for what you can use for messy play & in general most of the messy play activities can be set up quickly with things around the house. Food is amazing for recipe play, either exploring it as it is or mixing it to create a messy fun recipe. What’s even better is that using food means that it is taste safe & you can enjoy the messy play with your baby (6+ months).

I have to admit Summer Holidays always used to fill me with dread when Leila as little, all classes stopped & playgroup closed but for the past few years I don’t dread it & actually look forward to the 6 weeks holiday & no routine!

So, here’s my 5 top tips to make playtime easier this summer:

Before starting to Potty Train, it is important that your child is ready, if you try too soon it will be stressful for you & your child plus likely to be unsuccessful too so here’s the 5 signs your toddler is ready to potty train.

Eating out with kids isn’t the relaxing treat that it used to be!

Don’t get me wrong it is lovely to not have to cook but trying to get children to sit for long periods isn’t always easy & can sometimes feel a little stressful in a busy restaurant.

Here’s my top 5 activities to keep the kids entertained: when eating out:

Can you remember when you were little, how we had to entertain ourselves & play independently?

However do you find that it’s something your little one isn’t willing to do?