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WHEN OLDER KIDS ARE BED-WETTING
Night time bed-wetting during sleep is common in children, so if your child is affected you will find these tips and strategies useful.
HOW TO TACKLE SCHOOL ANXIETY
Now that the school term has been underway for a month, most children have settled into the school routine. However, there are also some kids that are not settling well, so let’s look into why this might happen.
HOW ADVERTISING INFLUENCES OUR KIDS
Advertising affects all children. So, what should parents be aware of when it comes to the ways your child is being targeted by advertising asks Ella Ryan?
FAMILY HOLIDAY TRAVEL TIPS
Travelling with children can be stressful, so let’s talk about some useful things to remember so your next trip is as smooth as possible for the whole family.
ENCOURAGING YOUR CHILD'S PERSONAL GROWTH
Do you want to raise a child who is self-confident, competent, resilient and able to stay true to themselves? Here are some ways to support your child’s success in these areas.
CHOCOLATE & STRAWBERRIES Valentine's mood boosting foods
The two most iconic foods that symbolise love and Valentine’s Day are chocolate and strawberries. But did you know that these two foods really do create happiness. Here, Ella Ryan explains how!
DENTAL HEALTH & HYGIENE FOR CHILDREN
The number-one dental problem among toddlers is tooth decay, with 10% of toddlers already having one or more cavities. Your kids will need your help to get their oral hygiene habits right, so here are a few tips to guide you.
TIPS TO STAY ORGANISED WITH HOMEWORK
Now that the new school term has started, maybe your child could benefit from some help keeping organised with homework! If so, here are our top tips for how to set them up for success this year.
THE BENEFITS OF READING TO BABIES
We know that the earlier a child is exposed to books and reading, the more likely they are to become a reader for life. But some interesting things also happen in the brain of a newborn that makes reading to them from birth beneficial to their development.
HEALTHY NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS FOR CHILDREN
The new year is the perfect time to get your child to understand that a change in habits is a great idea. But it’s up to you to provide the momentum to make sure everyone follows through!
BODY GOALS AFTER HAVING A BABY
At some point after a new mum settles into her new role and routine with the baby, it’s common to put some of the focus back onto her own body, energy and fitness. Here are some New Year’s Resolutions if you’re thinking of working towards some body goals.
ANEMIA IN KIDS & TEENS
It is very common for teenagers, especially girls, to experience anemia, but thankfully this condition is easy to treat once you spot the symptoms and take action!
EDITOR'S BEAUTY PICKS
Product review
MANAGING COLDS & FLU THIS MONTH
The cold and rainy weather over the UAE has brought with it an unwelcome bout of colds and flu. Here are a few insights and tips into navigating yourself and your family through it!
“MOM, I WANT TO BE A BLOGGER!” KEEPING YOUR CHILD'S HOBBY SAFE
A report by global market research company, Morning Consult, revealed that more than half of people aged between 13-38 would like to become an influencer. Your child might be one of them! Here, David Jacoby, Security Researcher at Kaspersky, talks to us about how to make sure your child fulfils their blogging ambitions safely - and the role you play in this as a parent.
SUCCESS TIPS FOR WORK AT HOME MUMS
The pandemic has given rise to a work from home culture that can provide both benefits and downsides to mums. Let’s see if we can help to get the balance right!
PLAYING ONLINE GAMES SAFELY: RULES FOR YOUNG GAMERS & PARENTS
Parents often think that if their children play online games they are missing out on healthy human interaction and social skills. However, many parents don’t realise that games may be tools that are just as useful as books, movies, sports - each in their own way, says Andrey Sidenko, an expert on children’s online safety at Kaspersky.
HELPING YOUR KIDS ADJUST TO A NEW BABY
The lives and routines of children and teens are dramatically changed when a new baby sibling arrives. Here we look at some pointers to help them adjust to the family member.
EVENT REPORT: CHILD HEALTH, SAFETY & WELLBEING
Held at the Orphic Lounge, Stella di Mare Hotel, Dubai Marina
CHILD SAFETY EVENT REPORT: ACCIDENTAL INGESTION OF LITHIUM COIN CELL BATTERIES
This Child Safety Event Report is for both mothers who attended and those who registered but were not able to attend this important child safety briefing in person.
LEARNING WHAT TO DO IF A CHILD IS CHOKING
If a child is choking, it is often a life-threatening situation and you’ll have just a couple of minutes to take the right action to save the child’s life. For this reason, it is vital to ask your local doctor or clinic for instruction or a class on how to handle a choking event. In the meantime, this article is only for general awareness of choking, and NOT intended or attempting to replace the formal first aid instruction you should get from your doctor.
ECZEMA SYMPTOMS, CAUSES & TREATMENTS
Eczema is a condition where the skin becomes dry, irritated, very itchy and therefore sore, bleeding, red and scaly when scratched. It can be very painful for children, so here’s a run down of the condition and how to treat it.
SUPPORTING A CHILD DURING BEREAVEMENT
Whether your child has lost a family member, someone they know or a beloved pet, it can be a tricky balance to support children at this time. Here are some pointers to help navigate this sad eventuality.
THINGS TO DO
An amazing deal on festive menus in Dubai Marina and a mini vacation experience in Jumeriah this season
TOYS THAT INSPIRE OPEN PLAY
With the season of giving coming up, lots of children will be gifted lots of toys - but do some provide better educational benefits than others?
GOOD LIVING
Hair and make up check. The cheese course - check. Hassle-free Xmas lunch - check. Sophisticated drinks - check. Festive coffee to finish - check. We’re all set for Christmas!
GOOD LIVING
We’re highlighting glowy skin solutions in the Editor’s beauty picks this month and some cool competitions you can enter online!
MYTHS & FACTS ABOUT HAVING A GIRL OR A BOY
Ahead of our free Pregnancy Information breakfast event on 21st September (where some top experts will be on hand to discuss emotional and physical health in pregnancy) let’s have a little fun by looking at some of the methods that were used generations ago to determine whether a pregnant mother was carrying a boy or a girl.
A DREAMY WAY TO HELP KIDS SOCIALISE AGAIN
This month, we talked with Dubai-based firm Dream Party about their very clever and thoughtful way of helping kids to get back to being fun-filled and joyous after 15 months of disruption to their social development.
KIDS LOVE STICKERS... AND NOW SO DO MUMS!
When you were a kid, did you have your name label sewn into your new school uniform to start the term?! This year, name labels and children’s stickers have taken on an interesting new significance.