at the ready – both at home and out and about - with a stash of ‘healthy snacks’ your child actually likes. This will save you buying unhealthy options in the heat of the 'demanding' moment.3. When cooking a favourite family meal, make additional portions

They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, and we suspect the same could be said of many children. But what happens when a child can’t get the nourishment they need? It is a sad truth that in developing countries, many children go

Before you kick off with rough-and-tumble play, it is a good idea to get yourself and your child in the right mindset. So here is a quick, practical, step-by-step warm-up programme that will help get your energy flowing and your mind in gear. Try

Institute, reading results in a closer father-child relationship and can lead to improved child behaviour and higher achievement.Why don't some fathers read with their children?One of the reasons that fathers let mothers take the lead with reading may

Do you remember watching the Olympics as a child? For many parents sitting down together to enjoy the Games with your child is a thrilling experience, which can help you to bond as a family win, lose or draw.Now that the torch has been lit, the

So, what did you do this summer?How would your child like to answer the inevitable back-to-school question by telling his classmates, “I built a giant alien and broke a Guinness world record!”This summer, Cartoon Network is inviting children

to start reading to her? A. Hang in there. Most babies do treat books like most other objects; they want to hold it, mouth it, and basically use all their senses to get a better grasp on what it's all about. But that's okay.Child development experts now

). On any flight, it’s a good idea to pack your own snacks, drinks (buy them once you’ve been through security – if you have a baby bottle, you’ll be asked to take a sip) and a selection of your child’s favourite toys and games as diversions and to alleviate

Can you remember visiting a bookstore as a child? For many budding bookworms, the quirky environment, attentive service and limitless adventures of the imagination available a mere shelf away can make a trip to a children’s bookstore a real treat

Bakery in Sex And The City and moreish Ladurée macaroons in sorbet shades.Whipping up something scrumptious with your child isnot only a great bonding experience, but is an enjoyable way to help develop her concentration, motor skills and learn about