talking

Can babies start talking when they’re 6 months old?

Can babies start talking when they’re 6 months old?

At what age did your baby start talking? As we all know, our kids learn and grow at different stages. One might have a head of hair when they’re born, while others might not have any until they turn two. Some babies may be able to walk at just a few months, while others will […]

3 years ago

You can boost your toddler’s language skills by focusing on this very easy habit

You can boost your toddler’s language skills by focusing on this very easy habit

There is literally nothing cuter in this world than hearing your own child find their little voice and start talking. Seriously – that first ‘mama’ will floor you, trust me. And just wait till they manage their very first ‘love you.’ The tears! We have all heard that in order to help babies with their […]

4 years ago

The reason babies usually say ‘dada’ first is actually a good thing for mums

The reason babies usually say ‘dada’ first is actually a good thing for mums

Isn’t it always the way? I’m not saying that dads don’t pull their weight… but seriously? Morning sickness, back pain, needing to pee constantly, topped off with painful contractions and childbirth, and yet when it comes to baby’s first words, we rarely get a look in. It’s always ‘dada’. This was the case with both […]

5 years ago

If mothers have a ‘Mammy Mot’ then I think fathers need a ‘Dad Bud’

If mothers have a ‘Mammy Mot’ then I think fathers need a ‘Dad Bud’

I’ve found that women will always find each other when a crisis arises. Big or small, there’s always a friend or a mum or a sister that we can turn to for support. Particularly in motherhood having this sort of safety net is important and can help keep us sane. The way women look after […]

5 years ago

How to get some (any!) conversation or information out of your kids

How to get some (any!) conversation or information out of your kids

Anyone else have children who would not tell you if they knew the world was going to end? The term ‘getting blood out of a stone’ springs to mind. And I know I am not alone. They’re happy to divulge information about cakes or how many fancy pencils they have (or would like for Christmas), but […]

11 years ago