Welcoming a new baby into the family is always a momentous occasion, full of excitement and NEW BEGINNINGS.

From imagining what your baby will be like to preparing the nursery, there’s so much to look forward to. However, amidst all the preparations for the newborn, it’s just as important to think about how your older child might be feeling and how best to support them during this big transition. Becoming an older sibling is a significant change, and your child may experience a mixture of emotions. While some may be excited, others might feel unsure, anxious or even jealous. With the right preparation and ongoing support, you can help your c...

For many parents, POTTY TRAINING can feel like one of the most daunting milestones in early childhood.

One day you’re changing nappies, and the next you’re navigating toilet trips, accidents, and being lead cheerleader! But how do you know when your child is truly READY?

The truth is, there’s no universal perfect age for potty training. Every child is different, and starting too early – before your child shows signs of readiness – can often lead to frustration for both you and your little one.

How To Know If Your Child Is Ready

While some children may be ready to start around 18 months, others may not show much interest until well afte...

doddl offers the answer to make mealtimes for young children more ENJOYABLE!

doddl is a fast-growing UK brand set up and run by an entrepreneurial mum who, through the invention of a unique product is making a positive impact on children’s relationship with food and mealtimes. Catherine Dodd, doddl inventor, said “doddl’s unique design offers innovation in children’s cutlery that hasn’t been seen before.

By designing specifically for babies and children alongside child development experts, we’ve made it much easier for children to eat successfully, making mealtimes more enjoyable for the whole family.

So, what’s wrong with stand...

Screen time - yay or nay? What about the importance of reading to our baby?

In the second part of our interview with Speech and Language Pathologist Christina Gauci, we also talk multilingual families where family members are speaking more than one language with the children - how does this change the process of speech and language development?

Donna also asks Christina the questions that our followers sent in. Thank you Christina for a super-informative session!

Donna chats with Speech and Language Pathologist Christina Gauci on the topic of speech and language development in early childhood.

In the first part of our interview, we have a look at the milestones that we should keep track of, how we can encourage speech and language development (since before birth!) and in which cases we should consult with a professional. We also discuss the link between chewing during weaning and speech development.