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Win feeding and weaning tools from OXO Tot
Serve up tasty, nutritious meals for your little one with OXO Tot’s innovative range of feeding and weaning equipment.
Competition ends 31st May 2012Groups
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posts related to: Toddler
The smart way to exercise this summer!
Any parent will tell you the importance of getting your baby and toddler out and about, especially over the sunny Summer months, but did you know the World Health Organisation actually recommends that children from as young as 5 should be spending at least an hour a day exercising?* Everyone knows that a happy toddler…
Posted in Physical activities, Summer Holidays
Tagged Child development, cycling, Exercise, Phyllis Root, Physical exercise, Play, play equipment, smart-trike, Toddler
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Burns and Scalds
Burns and scalds are common among the 0-4 age group and speed is of the essence if your baby or toddler accidentally spills a hot drink. It can still scald up to 15 minutes after being made. Treat any scald or burn straight after the accident (see below) but always take your child to hospital…
Posted in A-Z of Childhood illnesses, Baby Health
Tagged a-z illness - b, Baby, burns, Child safety, damage, scalds, Skin, Toddler, water
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Asthma in children
Asthma is very difficult to diagnose in the under-fives as so many children suffer some sort of wheeziness or chest infection in early childhood. Also, the diagnostic tool used to diagnose the condition, a peak flow meter, is unsuitable for children under six. So your GP will probably ask you to keep a record of…
Posted in A-Z of Childhood illnesses, Baby Health
Tagged a-z illness - a, asthma, Baby, childhood asthma, Inhaler, shortness of breath, Toddler, wheezing
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Hayfever
This is an allergic reaction caused by the body releasing histamine into the bloodstream when triggered by certain pollen or mould spores. As with other allergies, it tends to run in families. So, if close relatives have hayfever, your child is more likely to suffer with it. It is also closely linked to asthma. The…
Posted in A-Z of Childhood illnesses, Baby Health
Tagged a-z illness - h, antihistamine, Baby, Eye, Hayfever, itchy, signs and symptoms, sneezes, Toddler, wheezing
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Disgusting Food ‘Contaminates’ Favourite Nibbles
If you are trying to wean your child, you should be aware that parents who try to get their toddler to eat foods they don’t like by presenting them next to foods they do enjoy should beware – as a new study by a University of Derby psychologist suggests it is likely both foods will…
Darth Vader in your car makes children happier
TomTom researchers discover the secret to stress-free family journeys. Amsterdam, 1st April 2012 – Following rigorous tests, researchers at TomTom’s Navigation Laboratory (NavLab) have discovered that Darth Vader’s navigation voice increases children’s happiness in the car by over 68%. More than 300 baby and toddler volunteers* took parts in Project GAGA, a six month NavLab…
Puddles are best with wellies
Your children deserve the very best Children love to play outdoors whatever the weather. To help make that happen Raindrops provide you with the very best outdoor children’s clothing to protect your child against the elements. Our practical, hard-wearing, expertly made kids’ outdoor clothing is designed to perform – keeping your children warm, dry and…
Smart innovations from 10 months…
The world-leading tricycle brand, Smart-Trike™ is providing mums and dads everywhere with another intelligent and innovative solution to all the cycling stages for your little tike… Tricycles are already proven to give their lucky little owners a head-start in life; helping them to develop balance, motor-skills and self-confidence, but Smart-Trike is once again offering parents…
Posted in Physical activities
Tagged Child development, cycling, physical activities, Playing, smart-trike, Toddler
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Win Mini Pots of Goodness from HiPP Organic
We have teamed up with the lovely people at HiPP Organic to offer 15 lucky winners the chance to win a hamper, bursting with weaning goodies including the brand new Mini Pots with a little bit of yogurt. Made from the finest organic fruits, picked at the peak of ripeness and blended with a ‘little…
Win sports equipment and help kids have fun getting fit!
A recent survey of pre-schools and nurseries conducted by the Haven Fun & Fitness campaign has found 88% of settings are struggling to fund sports at their early years settings. To help make it easier to provide exciting and engaging physical activity for under-fives the Haven Fun & Fitness campaign was set up in 2009…
