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“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.
GETTING COMFORTABLE BEING PREGNANT
If you’re pregnant, then you might find that everyone is congratulating you while you feel physically uncomfortable most of the time! Here are a few suggestions that might help.
HEALTHY EATING TO BOOST KIDS' IMMUNITY
As children go back to school after a year of distance learning, health and nutrition needs to be a top priority in order to help them thrive, says Dr. Dana Al Hamwi, Clinical Dietician, India Gate KRBL Ltd.
ANXIETY IN CHILDREN: CAUSES, SIGNS & HOW TO HANDLE IT
This term sees the highest percentage of children going back to school classes since the pandemic began. Many younger ones will experience ‘separation anxiety’, as will some parents. Either way, this kind of anxiety is a health issue more than a school issue, so let’s delve into the topic!
ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT YOUR NEEDS ARE IMPORTANT!
Mothers are well known to prioritise the needs of their family life, their husband and especially their children, meaning that their needs are always put ahead of your own. If this sounds familiar to you, then please, please read on!
ADAPTING TO A NEW SCHOOL
Going to a new school can be a traumatic experience for children. Changing from familiar surroundings, leaving their friends and feeling like a ‘new kid’ where they don’t know anyone can make them feel very isolated.
5 TIPS TO PROTECT & CARE FOR YOUR BABY'S SKIN
Parenthood does not come with an instruction manual and learning to care for your baby’s skin can be tricky.
GOOD LIVING
Editor’s beauty picks for you; your chance to win a fabulous brunch for 4 and more competitions to some great prizes.
THE EFFECT OF SOUND & NOISE ON CHILDREN
Have you ever been irritated by someone else’s loud music? Children, and teenagers in particular, have a reputation for enjoying turning up the volume. But what is the real effect of excessive noise and sound on our kids?
THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A PERFECT PARENT!
It’s very common for parents to compare themselves to other mothers and fathers, or feel guilt for something they did as a parent. If this rings a bell with you, then it’s worth remembering that there is no such thing as a perfect parent!
WHY IS VISUAL LEARNING SO SUCCESSFUL FOR STUDENTS?
The truth is, most students enjoy learning by looking at words and reading images. Here, Anthony Koshy, Principal, Global Indian International School looks at the young mind to understand why it prefers flipping through a photo book but not so much a textbook.
EUROPEAN FRUITS IN THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET
The Mediterranean diet has been lauded in just about every study on the healthiest diets of the world. And the star feature of this delicious and healthy lifestyle is the fresh produce that is abundant in Europe.
CHILD CAR SEAT SAFETY TIPS
There is no good outcome from any car accident, regardless of how minor the incident. However, using the appropriate types of child car seats correctly means you can prevent or minimise harm to your child.
KEEPING YOUR COOL THIS SUMMER
We can’t say much about the UAE summer heat that hasn’t been said before! You know the score - it’s hot. Very hot! So, here are some tips to keeping your cool this month...
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BABY SKIN CONDITIONS
There is nothing quite like the velvety soft, delicate skin of a baby, however, many skin conditions can affect their skin, leading to rashes, bumps and uncomfortable babies. Here, we look at three of the most common skin conditions mums encounter.