According to the Children’s Society, there has been a 50% increase in mental health issues over the past three years, with an estimated one in six children aged 5-16 years suffering with a mental health problem. Anxiety is one of…
Before we teach kids anything like numbers or the alphabet, we should teach them to breathe correctly. Breathing is essential to our development - it changes the way we feel and interact with each other. The best part is, once…
ManiLife Peanut Butter and Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients: 160 grams all-purpose flour½ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon baking powderPinch of sea salt55g unsalted butter100g ManiLife Original Roast Smooth peanut butter50g sugar100g muscovado sugar1 large eggs170g chocolate, chopped up (dark or milk…
Across the globe, there are 258 births per minute, resulting in a huge 516 individuals becoming parents for either the first time or expanding their family further every 60 seconds. Only parents know the true extent that having a child…
Toys are so important to a child’s development and education Microscopes, modelling clay and magic kits were among the top toys adults believe children should experience while growing up, according to a study. A poll of 2,000 parents also found…
Parenting is without a doubt the hardest job in the world! Juggling work, family, finances and trying to crowbar a social life and relationship in there can be almost too much at times. Parental mental health is often overlooked. Keeping…
With the start of the school term upon us, many of us will have some New Year resolutions in mind with regards to improving health and general well-being. Along with good food and exercise, a good night’s sleep is now…
Porridge - 7 Ways for 7 Days Hedgerow Stir one grated apple and a handful of blackberries into the porridge for the last minute or two of cooking. Top with a few more blackberries, two tablespoons toasted hazelnuts and two…
How to make your frog finger puppet Step one Cut out to form a square sheet Step two Fold down the length of the square through the centre line Step three Turn over and fold one corner into the centre…
School nursing expert Trudy Cowan at the University of Derby, discusses the impact bullying has on young people and what to do if your child is being bullied. It’s simple… with good mental health, children and young people do better…