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These adorable chocolatey Christmas penguins are the ideal Christmas holiday activity - then serve them up as a yummy festive treat!
Snap, Crackle Pop! These Rice Krispie reindeers are so simple to make and kids will love to be put in charge of adding Rudolph’s antlers, eyes and shiny red nose!
The premium parenting brand egg®, from BabyStyle, known for its elegant and luxurious products, is thrilled to unveil the eggloo Potty – lovingly named by their social media community.
Asda have partnered with Giovanna Fletcher and Tom Fletcher to create this year’s official BBC Children in Need T-shirt.
The Swedish family company, BabyBjörn has launched two new products. Clever solutions in appealing design will make babies’ first tastes more enjoyable for the whole family.
Hosting a Halloween party of your own? Get your cauldron out and round up your little witches and wizards! Guests will have the most spook-tacular time conjuring up these monster pizzas.
This recipe is frightfully easy to make, so conjure up some kitchen fun and bring these tasty monsters to life!
Warm up tums with a bubbling bowl of pumpkin soup served with creepy cheese snake straws.
I’m a 45 year old Dad with three kids, all of which have been diagnosed with ADHD and ADD in the last couple of years. On advice from the Doctor I decided to get myself tested, considering the genetic likelihood of my wife and/or I having it too.
These apricot cookies are so good that I’ve put my name on them! Sweet, crunchy, and so incredibly easy to make – what’s not to love!?
These crispy croquettes are just as tasty cold as they are hot, so pop them in your little one’s lunchbox for a delicious and healthy addition to their lunch, or quick mid-afternoon energy-boosting snack.
This is one of my favourite salads; the combination of soft giant couscous, crunchy vegetables and pecans, and a tangy soy, mirin and red onion dressing is perfect for summer lunches. If you are prepping ahead to eat in the week, store the dressing in a container in the fridge and toss together with the salad just before serving.
Are you expecting a second baby? If so, you may be wondering how your first child will react when their little brother or sister arrives. Here’s how to introduce your child to their new baby sibling.
The NHS recommends that your baby sleeps in the same room as you during the first six months. It is essential for parents to have a safe and comfortable place for their newborn to sleep.
Choccy eggs are an obligatory treat for any child at Easter but you can also introduce a few healthier, but equally fun foodie choices. Why not put a spring spin on their dinner with a Bunny Pizza! Children will love to help knead the dough and decorate the bunny faces.
If you’re on the hunt for the squidgiest, yummiest chocolatey treat…look no further! This will win you SERIOUS brownie points with the Easter Bunny!
A healthy no-cook Easter treat in just 10 minutes? These carrot cake inspired energy balls are the ideal finger food for baby and the perfect snack to take with you on that Easter Sunday stroll.
Are you approaching your baby’s foodie milestone? If you’re starting to think about weaning then an exciting journey of food discovery awaits your baby.
Summer is on its way at last and it’s all about brighter, warmer and longer days. If you have a baby or toddler, it can be tricky and difficult getting your little ones to adapt to the changes. Here are some summer tips to help your little one sleep for longer.
Say “yes” and accept offers of help. When it comes to accepting help, we can be our own worst enemy. If someone is offering to share the load, we are often tempted to tell them that we’re fine and can manage.
Spring will soon be here! You will have noticed that the mornings are starting to get brighter, especially if you have a baby or toddler. At the end of March, Daylight Saving Time will be here, and the clocks go forward an hour. We have some great tips to help.
Spring will soon be here! You will have noticed that the mornings are starting to get brighter, especially if you have a baby or toddler. At the end of March, Daylight Saving Time will be here, and the clocks go forward an hour. We have some great tips to help.
When you feel ready and comfortable with your baby, you can introduce a bedtime routine at any time to enjoy with your little one. Some parents introduce a bedtime routine when their baby is three months old and some start straight away.
Soothing sounds can aid and improve sleep quality. Baby monitors now offer soothing sounds and lullabies. Calming sounds can help to regulate and improve baby’s sleeping patterns.
The initial week following the arrival of your little one is a time of high emotion, lots of bonding, and taking things slow as you settle into a new rhythm. As you enjoy the comfort of your baby bubble and prioritise rest, it's helpful to be aware of what to expect in those first seven days.
Many women start harvesting their colostrum in the late stages of their pregnancy, but soon find that they can’t produce much or anything at all, and then worry that their future milk supply will be low. However, this really isn’t the case.
New parents can now claim Child Benefit online for the first time since it was launched 47 years ago, helping millions of families with the cost of raising their children, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced.
In those early weeks following childbirth, your body undergoes an intense journey of recovery. You experience various physical, mental, and hormonal changes that can leave you feeling sore, fatigued, and emotionally charged
What is breast engorgement? Breast engorgement is a common condition that many new mothers face during their breastfeeding journey.
Your newborn has been delivered, the surgery was a success, and there’s plenty to celebrate however it’s crucial not to underestimate the importance of recovering properly