Parenting Guru

How can I get my child to listen to me? I hear you say. This is an ongoing problem for many parents. I can sympathise with you as it isn’t easy. Sometimes as parents we need ot have the wisdom of Solomon. Read more…

As a mother of three children myself, I often times wonder how these myths take flight and never run out of steam. I remember almost eighteen years ago when my first was born that the rage was natural childbirth and listening to classical music during your pregnancy so that the child would enter our world wired for advanced cognitive abilities. Read more…

It’s a few weeks before Valentine’s Day, and how is your relationship with your teenager? Chilling as the cold frosty weather outside? Or is it warm and cheery that comes from the comfort of peace and tranquility? Read more…

There can be no doubt at all of the importance to almost every child of teddy bears. Whether it is actually a bear, or some other creature, real or imaginary, every child needs some sort of private confidant that they know will always be there for him or here. They don’t judge, they don’t say ‘no’, they don’t argue back and they love you just as you are. Every child knows that at the end of the day, when they go to bed, their teddy bear will be waiting for them, right there by their side, and that when he or she wakes in the morning, their teddy bear will be the first one to greet them. Read more…

If you have ever searched for children’s gift baskets you are aware of how difficult it can be to find one that suits your needs, as well as those of your recipient. The reason for this is that there are no “standard” gift baskets for kids like there are for adults. But this does not mean that you cannot find children’s gift baskets that will bring a smile to your recipients face, while leaving an lasting impression as well. Read more…