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Five happy children's books
By Fiona McKim on 03/04/2012 12:13:45
Spread a little joy with these uplifting reads
Smile! Starring Sunny McCloud by Leigh Hodgkinson (Orchard, £5.99)Seen through the eyes (and loopy scrawls) of an adorable little girl, this is the story of how Sunny McCloud misplaces her smile and must trawl every nook and cranny of her house to get it back. Lovely childlike il...
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Have A Happy Hallowe'en At Marie-Chantal
By Fiona McKim on 31/10/2011 10:46:25
Have a fiendishly fun day at this face-painting event
Little devils and cutesy kittens alike can have a treat at Marie-Chantal’s Spooky Halloween Face Painting event on Sloane Street today. Children who come along to the stylish childrenswear store between 3-6pm can be transformed into a creepy or cute character of their choice, rea...
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Ways to boost your child’s body image
By Fiona McKim on 08/02/2012 13:10:21
How to raise a happy, confident child from the inside out
, it shows on the outside. Healthy eating and exercise are as important for a happy mind as they are a fit, healthy body so make sure your child is getting enough vitamins and minerals from a varied diet and get those health-boosting endorphins flowing
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The best Christmas gifts – Lomography Camera
By Fiona McKim on 05/12/2012 13:29:31
Your child can get snap happy with this cool camera
Spotted in the hands of Alexa Chung, Brad Pitt and Emma Roberts, it is safe to say that a Lomography camera is the hipster accessory du-jour. In our brave new digital world where a snap can be taken, posted on Facebook and deleted all in a heartbeat, there is something distinctly...
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The Little Concierge Company
By Fiona McKim on 26/09/2011 16:40:19
The smart new delivery service that helps parents have a happy holiday
As many well-travelled parents will no doubt be aware, journeying abroad with young children is not without its challenges. Here at junior we are always looking for new ways to make family holidays run that little bit more smoothly – which is why we are very pleased to have disco...
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Five ways to introduce your baby to water
By Fiona McKim on 24/10/2011 16:12:08
Our top tips for raising a happy water baby
1 Use props Tempt your baby with a new bath toy – it is a great way to entice her into the water.2 Share a bathAsk your partner to hold her while you play in the bath with her toys. She will forget her fears and want to join you. 3 Hold off on the hair-washingDon’t try and wash h...
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Last Minute Half-Term Holidays
By Fiona McKim on 05/10/2011 11:58:45
It’s not too late! Book a break now for a happy half-term
Rocco Forte Verdura Golf And Spa Resort, SicilySicily was designed to be visited in the autumn, with temperatures still pleasantly warm, the vineyards a glorious range of hues and an astonishing variety of local mushrooms and pears are at their most ripe and delicious. If your fa...
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How to cope with a bedwetting child
By Fiona McKim on 12/01/2012 14:11:04
Don't let bedwetting dampen your spirits, follow our advice for happy dry nights
1. Be understandingUp until the age of three, very few children can hold on all night without a visit to the toilet and even up to the age of seven, bedwetting is a common problem. Reassure your child that that the bedwetting is not her fault and that you will both work together ...
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Top tips for boosting your boy’s confidence
By Fiona McKim on 19/08/2011 11:40:41
Behind the rough and tumble bravado, little boys need their self–belief bolstered too
Big boys do cryFrom an early age, boys can be made to feel that they should bottle up their emotions so as not to appear weak, which can be a lot to bear for a young child. Encourage your little boy to share his feelings and allow him to be upset about his problems before working...
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Perfect Easter presents
By Fiona McKim on 04/04/2012 12:12:40
Hop to the shops for these adorable gifts
Happy Rabbit, £32 by Steiff
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