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How to teach your toddler some tact
By Fiona McKim on 13/01/2012 11:47:25
A little diplomacy goes a long way with these quick tips
Lead by exampleToddlers are renowned for their sponge-like ability to soak up the words, actions and behaviour they witness and then test it out on others. Try to avoid talking negatively about other people or using insulting language in front of your child; treating people with ...
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Factfile: Hyper-parenting
By Fiona McKim on 07/12/2012 09:00:00
The transatlantic parenting trend that could be damaging your child
parents make for happier children, so resist the temptation to overstuff your own schedule or fret about all of the things you feel you should be doing. More parenting skills from Junior:Helping your child to accept a new babyLifeskills: Sharing
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Four fun games for family journeys
By Lynn Gordon on 27/02/2013 11:59:00
Travelling back from a half term holiday? Keep your brood entertained en route with these fun games
of transportation. Then, you can extend your songs to include other themes or words: “Love” and “baby” are good ones.Flights of fancyWhat are all the natural and man-made things you can think of that fly? That roll? That move on two legs? Or four legs? That slither
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Rebecca Adlington's top tips for water confidence
By Junior on 12/07/2012 13:23:12
The Olympic gold medallist shares her tips for your water baby
, but those early memories are still so vivid, and that’s what helped make me the swimmer I am to day.The best advice I can give to build your child’s confidence in the water, is to start early, ideally as a baby. Get him used to water – even if it’s just
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Travelling with Children: What to Pack
By Catherine O'Dolan on 07/08/2010 10:32:34
Forget the kitchen sink by all means - but at your peril forget these essentials bits and pieces
SunhatsSwim nappiesUV protection suits and fold-away UV tentInsect repellentUniversal bath plugAdaptorCamera and spare batteries/memory cardsBaby alarmRubber door-stopsRubber shoes for paddlingFolding booster seatFirst aid kit – Calpol (infant paracetamol) in sachets
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Five Ways To Nurture A Healthy Back
By Junior on 08/11/2011 16:02:28
Quick tips to ensure perfect posture and super-strong muscles
as well as general fitness.5 Maintain a healthy dietEating healthily is important, as weight gain can lead to back pain in the future. For more advice, visit Backcare.More health tips by Junior:Five Ways To Cope With An Upset TummyFive Ways To Protect Skin
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Winner Best Cot Design 2012 - Stokke Sleepi
By Junior Design Awards on 20/05/2012 23:19:52
Cosy and cocooning, the oval-shaped Stokke Sleepi cot provides your baby with a safe place to slumber
.See... Junior's A to Z of Sleep for our advice on helping your child to get a goodnight's sleep.
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Happy Family Travel: How to avoid a mid-air meltdown
By Junior on 12/08/2011 11:55:24
A sense of unease accompanies any plane journey with children. Here’s how to avoid such a crisis
Someone once said that happiness is the journey, not the destination. OK, so perhaps that wise sage wasn’t necessarily making his journey with a screaming baby whose ears are popping from altitude changes or a restless toddler who doesn’t want
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How to wash your child's hair
By Junior on 25/04/2012 12:54:45
Eight handy hints for tip-top tresses
■ There’s no need to wash your tiny baby’s hair with shampoo. Holding her securely, place your hand firmly behind her head and, making lots of reassuring eye-to-eye contact, rinse her scalp with warm water. ■ Try a shampoo that is specifically
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Games for car journeys
By on 19/04/2010 14:54:56
Non-gadget games to play on those long car trips
of transportation. Then, you can extend your songs to include other themes or words: “Love” and “baby” are good ones.FLIGHTS OF FANCY What are all the natural and man-made things you can think of that fly? That roll? That move on two legs? Or four legs? That slither
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