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Bathtime Bliss
By Kate Donoughue on 02/09/2010 11:14:32
How to have a happy bathtime with your baby
The best advice on what you do and don't need to enjoy beautiful bathtimes with your baby:You don’t need a baby bath for everyday use, although you might consider investing in a blow-up or fold-away travel one for holidays abroad if you’re staying in accommodation where there are...
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Valentine's Day Crafts Made With Love
By Kate Donoughue on 06/01/2011 08:01:30
Easy-to-make gifts for Valentine's Day
Our Valentine's Day handiworks are simple to create. Just print out these Shaker Heart, Baby Bootees and Paper Frame templates at 100 per cent on A4 paper and follow the easy instructions featured in the February issue of Junior magazine.Happy
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How to encourage empathy in your toddler
By Kate Donoughue on 06/01/2011 16:34:31
Just like any other skill, empathy needs to be taught and practised. Here are some easy ways you can teach your child to understand others’ feelings
is how Danny is feeling.” Be confident and firm.Demonstrate empathy Younger toddlers may not be able to understand an explanation, so you need to show empathy. When your toddler is hurt, show him that you are sad; if he is happy, be happy with him. Talk
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Fun of the farm
By Kate Donoughue on 19/04/2011 10:38:51
Meet the animals staying on a family-friendly farm
to enjoy the surrounding five acres of countryside, such as binoculars and magnifying glass. It costs from £609 for a week in June. See English Holidays for lots more places to stay close to home, and read our features Happy Campers and Cool Campsites
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The rites of spring
By Kate Donoughue on 23/02/2011 15:48:53
Five spring traditions your family can treasure forever
. Turn it into a game, singing and dancing while you work like Mary Poppins, and your children will be surprisingly happy to help.2 Let’s decorateThe different spring festivals each have their own symbols, which you can use to decorate your home. Green
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The perfect pet for your family
By Kate Donoughue on 02/11/2010 13:37:03
Which type of animal will fit into your lifestyle?
’ll make almost no mess and they take up very little room – no need for walkies here. There are lots of different sorts of hamster available, so it’s a good idea to think about just how much effort you’re happy to put in – long-haired varieties do need
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Mr & Mrs Smith's Hip Hotels… for families
By Kate Donoughue on 05/10/2010 15:12:05
Take a trip in hip – four hotels recommended by Mr & Mrs Smith, the boutique hotel experts
sandy beaches, seaside villages and laid-back atmosphere, sun-blessed Kefalonia is a great family destination. Sidestep the holidaymaking hordes without sacrificing the things that keep children (and adults) happy at this nautically themed boutique
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A day in the life of ilovegorgeous
By Kate Donoughue on 29/03/2011 10:55:01
The co-founders talk about their busy lives
at the office and make a cup of tea (usually the first food of the day for me), open my computer and start checking emails. Kate, who runs wholesale, and Clare, our Bookkeeper, will both be there as well as one or two sales girls. We occupy one huge room, which
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