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How do I read with my baby?
By Lise Eliot on 08/11/2012 12:27:44
Neuroscientist, author and mother of three, Lise Eliot explains why babies take an unconventional approach to reading
Q. I've been trying to read to my baby every day, because I keep hearing how important it is, but she is very uncooperative. She always tries to pull the book out of my hand or starts chewing on the corners. Should I wait until she is a little older
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Good old fashioned games
By Judith Eagle on 02/10/2012 14:09:00
If you’re nostalgic for simple childhood pleasures, nurture your child’s imagination with spontaneous back-to-basics activities rather than expensive toys or a structured schedule of events. Try some of these more traditional play ideas
and discover. But don’t limit outside play to sunny days – embrace the weather in all its glory and agree that it is OK to get wet, muddy and frolic in the snow. On a day out, take a bag of simple props along with you – the natural landscape can be a brilliant
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Fuss-free flying with children
By Catherine O'Dolan on 01/08/2012 07:50:43
The lowdown on the family-friendliness of airlines
boredom. Airlines may have a supply of nappies, formula milk and baby food on board, but it’s best not to chance it and pack your bags as you normally would for any long day out.On long-haul flights, most airlines provide on-board goody bags with a mix
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Read this book: Archie
By Catherine O'Dolan on 06/08/2012 15:40:52
The doggie-filled debut from Scottish designer Domenica More Gordon
’s Got Talent. Now it’s the turn of dapper doggy Archie to take centre stage in a sartorial adventure. When a mystery package arrives from Great Aunt Betty, it turns out to be a sewing machine, which gives Archie a bright idea. How about creating a smart
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Junior meets Oeuf NYC founder Sophie Demenge
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 13/07/2012 13:20:56
Chic furniture, kooky clothes and unusual furnishings, NYC-based Oeuf have hatched a nestful of brilliant ideas. We caught up with the company's co-founder Sophie Demenge
How did you come up with the idea for Oeuf NYC? Both my husband Michael Ryan and I are designers. Our previous business was designing furniture and ceramics in our Brooklyn workshop. When we found out we were going to be parents in 2001 we realized
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Exclusive Q&A with Karen Bailey, owner of Igloo
By Catherine Hudson on 26/06/2012 09:36:34
We chat to the founder of eclectic childrenswear webstore, Igloo, about her fashionable inspirations and busy family life
brother and I would build what we deemed to be igloos out of tree branches; hence the name of my business. What did you want to be when you grew up?I didn’t have a clear idea so tried lots of different things – stockbroker, trainee lawyer, corporate
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12 skills every child needs when starting school
By Jennifer Beckles on 30/08/2012 16:21:00
Being independent and self-sufficient is key to your child's success and happiness at school. Here's how to brush up on the vital skills he needs
with children over; visit a playgroup; discover her interest and enrol her in a club or class for the summer – an art club, children’s yoga, football or any activity that she enjoys.8. Carry out simple instructionsPlay Simon Says. Give your child one simple
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Stefan Gates' Vietnam travel diaries
By Stefan Gates on 10/10/2012 17:03:00
A deliciously different family holiday that will give your child a feast for her senses
clearly flavoured. But the secret ingredient that makes it so exciting would probably freak out most children.I’ll be honest: I make TV programmes such as Cooking In The danger Zone and Incredible edibles, tackling food fears and prejudices. so far my
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