Boy smiling at the camera with his parents in the background
Ideas

How to reward your child for a positive school report

Raising a child is a something for which absolutely nothing can prepare you. It is a rollercoaster of emotions, with tough times for sure – but made all the more worthwhile for those moments of complete and utter joy. Every parent ‘learns on the job’, so to speak, and this is true even as children get to school age. Which brings us to the topic in question.

As the end of the summer term nears, the dreaded report cards are once again due back to parents across the country. This can be a time for celebration or commiseration, and in …

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Family of three on sofa with two week old newborn baby
Ideas

How to prepare your infant for an incredible photo shoot

The first time you see your newborn baby, it is unconditional love at first sight. Those tiny little hands and cheeks and little body are a full package that will fill your heart with instant joy. You want to do whatever you can to keep every single detail fresh in your mind, their scent, their cries and grunts, even the way their hands grasp at everything. You want to remember every single detail for the rest of your life.

As a new parent, you will quickly understand why so many people will tell you to cherish these times truly. Your …

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young boy fear anxiety
Health

Causes of fears and anxiety in children

Anxiety and fear are a normal part of your child’s growth process as parents are even required to train their children to be wary of certain things, like the hotplate or sharp objects. However, high anxiety and fear levels could seriously affect your child both mentally and socially. A few easy ways to determine if your child’s anxiety is getting out of hand is by:

  • Communicating with them regularly
  • Spotting irregularities in work or play
  • Paying attention to their sleeping patterns

Additionally, these fears are altered or progress over time, depending on the child’s age. For example, while toddlers mostly …

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