It may be of some comfort to know that wetting the bed is very common and the majority of children will grow out of it. We take a look at what causes bed wetting and how parents can help to manage it.
Babies communicate through crying. Its their way of saying I need you in some way. However sometimes trying to understand what theyre telling you through their crying can be a bit of a challenge, especially in those early months. Check out these common reasons why babies cry and what you can do to help.
How can babies be so small, yet need so many things! Whether you're planning to buy for your own baby or looking for ideas for a friend, our shopping list tips will help you on your way.
There are many benefits of introducing your child to swimming whilst they're still a baby, including improved physical development as well as social development not to mention fun! However, the benefit that is overlooked most often is that of cognition or mental benefits which are incredibly important for the development of children as a whole.
Thinking of night time toilet training? Once your child is out of nappies during the day, the next step is to start toilet training at night. Every child is different, so is the length of time it will take for them to be fully night time toilet trained will differ too. Just remember, its not a competition!
There are so many ways to go about toilet training or potty training your child. You may want to read up on a number of different options before you start, but this method of toilet training them in 3 days or less is definitely worth a look. The idea that your child could get comfortable using the potty in a few days may seem unbelievable to parents expecting toilet training to be a lengthy and difficult process. But 'quick-training' works for many parents and it isn't a recent trend.
It is typically around the time toilet training begins that toddlers are starting to strive for more independence and beginning to test limits. This can make toilet training a stressful time for everyone involved. So how do we make toilet training a normal part of development?
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