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TIPS TO EAT HEALTHIER AT HOME
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TIPS TO EAT HEALTHIER AT HOME

The kitchen is the heart of a family home, but can also be at the centre of your weight loss efforts. It’s not just about the foods that you choose to keep in your cupboards, there are also some clever changes you can make to your kitchen to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight.

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April 2021
THE TRUTH ABOUT YOUR POSTPARTUM BODY
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THE TRUTH ABOUT YOUR POSTPARTUM BODY

Pregnancy is the ultimate miracle and your body needs to adapt and change to facilitate the growth and nurturing of your new baby. Some of the bodily changes in pregnancy and after childbirth are expected, and others are not simply commonly discussed, says Pregnancy PA Founder, Aneta Haider.

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3 mins  |
April 2021
FACE MASK HYGIENE
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FACE MASK HYGIENE

We know that face masks and coverings are important to help control the spread of Covid-19 and its variants, but how do we make sure that we keep our face coverings safe?

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April 2021
9 WAYS TO SUPPORT CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
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9 WAYS TO SUPPORT CHILDREN WITH AUTISM

The World Health Organisation estimates that one in 160 children have Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). And with education continuously evolving, more and more teachers are welcoming into their classrooms students on the autism spectrum.

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April 2021
WHAT PARENTS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT VITAMIN D FOR KIDS
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WHAT PARENTS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT VITAMIN D FOR KIDS

Here, we look at the benefits for your child of Vitamin D and the signs of deficiency to look out for.

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March 2021
YOUR VERY OWN PA TO SUPPORT YOU THROUGH YOUR PREGNANCY
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YOUR VERY OWN PA TO SUPPORT YOU THROUGH YOUR PREGNANCY

Pregnancy PA is a unique service that is much like having your own professional ‘caring best friend’ to talk through your concerns, support you emotionally and hold your hand throughout your pregnancy. A best friend that also has a little black book of health, wellbeing, medical and paediatric experts on hand, ready to give you the best support for a calm, healthy pregnancy you can enjoy.

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March 2021
OVER 500 YEARS OF BRITISH EDUCATIONAL HERITAGE OPENING IN DUBAI THIS SEPTEMBER
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OVER 500 YEARS OF BRITISH EDUCATIONAL HERITAGE OPENING IN DUBAI THIS SEPTEMBER

Established in the year 1509, one of Britain’s oldest independent schools, Royal Grammar School Guildford, set to open in Dubai in September 2021. Book early to attend the exclusive coffee morning on 24th March to find out more about the educational opportunities available to your child. Only 30 places available.

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March 2021
RAISING SPOILED CHILDREN: LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK!
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RAISING SPOILED CHILDREN: LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK!

Later this month, we’ll be launching a series of regular podcasts to have a lively and informative discussion on all sorts of mother, baby and child topics with the experts. And when I say “experts” - that includes YOU! The podcasts will be informative, thought-provoking, a platform to share views and learn from others. Below is a story on which I’d love to get your opinions!

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March 2021
TEACHING KIDS TO MANAGE TIME & GET ORGANISED
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TEACHING KIDS TO MANAGE TIME & GET ORGANISED

Being organised, neat and tidy does not happen naturally, these are learned behaviours that can provide real advantages for both adults and children. Consider these tips to help young toddlers and children discover how to stay organised so they maximise their time, as well as learning to plan.

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5 mins  |
March 2021
SHRUB OAK INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, THE NEW BENCHMARK IN AUTISM EDUCATION
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SHRUB OAK INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, THE NEW BENCHMARK IN AUTISM EDUCATION

Shrub Oak International School is a private, co-educational, therapeutic day and boarding school for students ages 8-30 on the autism spectrum, who face complex challenges and have high personal attention needs.

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March 2021
MOTHERS' DAY PAMPERING
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MOTHERS' DAY PAMPERING

If you’re gifting your own mum on Mothers’ Day, she’ll love our top three picks of anti-ageing skincare solutions this month!

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2 mins  |
March 2021
HELPING FAMILIES SUCCEED WITH LANGUAGES
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HELPING FAMILIES SUCCEED WITH LANGUAGES

Are you raising multilingual children? Would you like your monolingual child to become proficient in Arabic while living in the UAE? You are not alone!

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March 2021
EFFECTIVE PARENTING TECHNIQUES
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EFFECTIVE PARENTING TECHNIQUES

Raising children is one of the hardest and most fulfilling jobs in the world - and perhaps the one for which you might feel the least prepared, especially when new situations pop up at every stage of your child’s development. Here are some tried and trusted tips that may help you feel more fulfilled as a parent.

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March 2021
AVOIDING DIET RELATED DISEASES
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AVOIDING DIET RELATED DISEASES

In this article, we look at some diet and lifestyle tips that can help to avoid diet elated diseases in later life.

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March 2021
THE BEST NEWS EVER FOR CHEESE-LOVERS!
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THE BEST NEWS EVER FOR CHEESE-LOVERS!

Cheese lovers are foodie people who are rightfully excited by new discoveries in the world of cheese.

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February 2021
LOVE IS IN THE AIR WITH KIBSONS (EVEN FOR NON-ROMANTICS!)
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LOVE IS IN THE AIR WITH KIBSONS (EVEN FOR NON-ROMANTICS!)

Not everyone wants to make a big deal of Valentine’s Day - especially if you have very young children at home, budgets are tight, or simply because you’re just not that mushy!

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February 2021
LEARNING FOR A CHANGING FUTURE
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LEARNING FOR A CHANGING FUTURE

Many of today’s jobs will no longer exist by the time your children start their working lives. At the same time, sustainability and the environment will be major drivers in the world of future professional roles. With this in mind, Fairgreen International School has partnered with The Sustainability Management School of Switzerland (SUMAS) to deliver Fairgreen’s IBCP to prepare students for the future.

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February 2021
CONSIDERATIONS WHEN HIRING A NANNY
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CONSIDERATIONS WHEN HIRING A NANNY

Hiring a nanny can be one of the best decisions you make for your family... as long as you hire the right nanny! Check out these highlights of common nanny screening pointers for parents.

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February 2021
HUGGING BABIES BENEFITS THEIR BRAINS!
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HUGGING BABIES BENEFITS THEIR BRAINS!

Some fascinating American research has established links between giving newborns regular gentle touch and hugs, and their brain development.

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February 2021
HOW PARENTS' LOVE SHAPES CHILDREN'S LIVES
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HOW PARENTS' LOVE SHAPES CHILDREN'S LIVES

Parents often put their own relationship on the back burner to concentrate on their children, but a recent study shows that love matters because when spouses love each other, children tend to stay in school longer and marry for life.

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February 2021
COVID-19 HYGIENE TIPS: DEALING WITH LAUNDRY
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COVID-19 HYGIENE TIPS: DEALING WITH LAUNDRY

As confirmed cases of Covid-19 have risen recently, we need to be extra careful and strict in taking measures to protect ourselves and our families. Here, we’re looking at handling laundry to minimise its potential risk of virus transmission.

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2 mins  |
February 2021
CHILDREN WHO NEED MORE SUPPORT DURING COVID-19
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CHILDREN WHO NEED MORE SUPPORT DURING COVID-19

The stress, fear, grief and uncertainty created by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic can wear anyone down, but children and teens may have an especially tough time coping emotionally and need more support.

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5 mins  |
February 2021
COMPETITIONS
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COMPETITIONS

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4 mins  |
February 2021
BEHIND THE SCENES OF STAYCATION HYGIENE
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BEHIND THE SCENES OF STAYCATION HYGIENE

Staycations have opened up a whole new world of vacation experiences since restrictions on travel have become necessary. If you haven’t yet experienced this eye-openingly fantastic way to take a break, this is a little insight into the general hygiene and safety measures that our hotels have taken behind the scenes to ensure your family’s safety.

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February 2021
Tips To Avoid Contact Dermatitis And Diaper Rash
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Tips To Avoid Contact Dermatitis And Diaper Rash

Here, leading baby wipes brand, WaterWipes, talks to us about how contact dermatitis diaper rash can cause anxiety in parents, in addition to stress and discomfort for your baby. The brand also tells us about the benefit of using pure products on your baby’s skin to help reduce diaper rash...and stress levels.

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June - July 2020
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TACKLING COVID LIKE A BOSS!

I was honoured to have caught some time with Amal Shabib, one of the best-respected Senior Executives at the highest levels of the region’s corporate world. This is a fascinating insight from one of the top business minds into using a strategic business-like approach to tackle the threat of Covid-19 at home.

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June - July 2020
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HOW WOULD SCHOOLS CHANGE WHEN THEY RE-OPEN?

While we wait to find out what the announcements will be regarding schools re-opening, one thing is for sure - both the schools themselves and the students will have to operate very differently going forward.

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2 mins  |
June - July 2020
HOW CROSS-CURRICULAR LEARNING DELIVERS REAL-WORLD VALUE TO YOUR CHILD
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HOW CROSS-CURRICULAR LEARNING DELIVERS REAL-WORLD VALUE TO YOUR CHILD

For some schools, the recent mode of e-Learning has been a very siloed environment for learning, with kids sitting at home in front of their computers, connecting to their courses and learning one subject at a time. However, the cross-curricular aspect of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme has students at IB schools connecting their eLearning across disciplines, making learning at home more engaging, exciting and tangible. We reached out to Fairgreen International School to find out more about the benefits of this learning system for children.

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3 mins  |
June - July 2020
WHERE DO BACTERIA LURK IN THE KITCHEN?
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WHERE DO BACTERIA LURK IN THE KITCHEN?

Regardless of how clean you think your kitchen looks, these are the common places that bacteria can lurk in the average family kitchen.

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June - July 2020
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WHAT IS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM?

The immune system is our body's defence against infection and disease, helping to keep us strong and healthy. The stronger the immune system, the better we can fight. Here’s a quick look at how it works.

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June - July 2020