Does your baby have flat head syndrome, also known as positional plagiocephaly? We take a look at some of the causes, treatment and tips on how to prevent flat syndrome. As well as ways to improve your babys posture, balance and head control, and encouraging natural correction of their head shape.
Find out how growing a healthy spine and a learning brain both need the same thing for your kids to develop and why movement is so important. Kids these days just dont move as much as they used to. So, what can we do to support a healthy spine and a healthy brain?
You should always rely on your gut instinct as you know your child best, but here are 15 common reasons when you should take young kids to a doctor or seek out medical advice.
Does your little one suck their thumb or use a dummy? It can be a way to pacify them when theyre young, but did you know that it can cause long term damage to their teeth as they grow nearer to school age?
Even babies and kids who are usually good sleepers may find it difficult to get enough sleep or settle during the busy Christmas period. So here are some useful sleep tips for the Christmas holidays to help ensure your baby and kids sleep is not disrupted during this hectic time of year.
Does your child have childhood apraxia of speech? Find out more about this muscle disorder, the main characteristics of apraxia of speech and how it can be treated.
How do you know if your kids have pet allergies? We take a look at what signs you need to look out for, dealing with pet allergies, testing for pet allergens and common culprits. Plus we share some helpful tips on living with your family pet and ideas on what to do if allergy symptoms persist.
Would you know if your babys room or bath was too hot for them or whether they were running a temperature? Unlike adults, babies arent able to tell us how theyre feeling, so thermometers designed for babies and small children are important pieces of equipment that help take out some of the guess work. Check out these useful tips on things you need to know about thermometers for babies.
As we head into summer here's a quick reminder of what we need to do and what we need to teach our kids to do. Weve all heard the phrase Slip Slop Slap and Wrap a thousand times, but its so important as parents and caregivers to keep kids safe in the harsh New Zealand sun whilst they're playing outside, swimming in the pool or visiting one of our many beaches.
Its often difficult to know where to start if your baby or child is having sleep problems or youre looking to create some healthy sleep habits. Thats where a baby and child sleep consultant comes in! The role of a professional sleep consultant is to teach your child the skills necessary to happily sleep through the night and to take long, restful naps during the day. Find out if hiring a sleep consultant might work for you and your little one.
Thinking about swaddling your baby, but not sure if its for you? Swaddling your baby is a great way to calm them and help them feel secure. It also helps newborns sleep in those early months. These useful tips help to explain some of the benefits of swaddling your baby and how to wean them off their swaddle before it becomes a problem.
Anywhere between the ages of 12 months and 18 months your toddler will be ready to transition from two naps to one nap each day. But how do you know when theyre ready to drop a nap? And if so, what then?
At first, bathing your baby may seem like a huge undertaking, with all the things you have to remember. Dont panic! It won't be long before it becomes a routine. Check out these useful tips to help make bath time a little easier.
So when should kids first visit the dentist? Sooner than you may think! Find out at what age you should take your kids to the dentist, choosing a dentist and things you can expect from their first visit.
Settling young babies and getting them to sleep can be one of the hardest tasks to achieve as a parent. Before you know it, getting your young baby to sleep and to settle has become one of the most challenging things you have to deal with. These useful settling and sleep tips will help make your life a little easier.
Is your newborn baby having sleeping problems? These newborn sleep secrets will help encourage better sleep during the newborn stage. From how long they should stay awake to starting a bed time routine, differentiating between night and day and letting them self settle.
SIDS, or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, is a risk for babies under the age of 1 years old. You may already know about some of the contributing factors which can cause SIDS, but there are also common myths and misconceptions out there that parents should know about too. Its really important to dispel these myths which may prevent parents from taking the necessary steps to protect their baby.
We all know we need to put on sunscreen during summer, but did you know its just as important for young kids to put on good quality sunglasses too? Kids eyes need to be cared for and protected from the sun's damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays just as much as their skin.