How you know your tween is growing up
Some of the ways we know our tweens are growing up, that first year at secondary school, new friends, new self
child development
Encouraging children to donate to charity
Yet again I’ve been surprised by charity generosity. N is so different to me as a child. He’s so generous and always wants to donate to charity. Sometimes we have to rein him in a bit. Nowadays, with the internet…
Why parents shouldn’t feel guilty about sending children to nursery
As we’re getting closer to the end of the school year, and primary school places have been allocated, parents start to worry about their child being ready for school. Starting school is polarising. Many believe that the Scandinavian way is…
Child development myths – my child is different
Whenever I hear parents at the start and end of school term worried about how tired and grouchy their children are, I think I’m relieved and pleased that so far N doesn’t show these traits. I’ve certainly lucked out with…
Negotiating with kids – for sheep
Parenting advice seems to say to avoid negotiating with kids. I’m not sure I agree. We have a lot of negotiations in our house. Ever since N has grasped the fact that he might be able to get something following…
Enjoying summer holiday firsts
This year’s holiday firsts were never going to beat last years when N went on a plane for the first time. But 3 weeks in to this summer and he’s already had some pretty fun firsts. As children grow up…
The end of Year 1 / hopes for Year 2
As with N’s reception year, Year 1 has whizzed by. It’s been a good year for him, and after spending the majority of reception playing, this year he’s got to where he should be for his year group. It just…
Teacher’s pet or super keen kids
Considering I didn’t ever really think I’d want to have children, I think we’ve had a pretty easy ride of it so far. Making the decision to try for a baby was a good one and it’s worked out well. …
Child development leaps and bounds
When you have a baby or toddler, the development leaps and the amount they learn is huge each month. Then once they’re older, at school, those milestones slow down. Or rather, they don’t slow down, but they’re more gradual, and…
Friends – the rules for a 6 year old boy
Boys are a law unto themselves. N definitely knows his own mind and he’s gone through life so far, being easy going. So easy going about everything including friends. I find watching him develop and his friendships change really interesting….
When a nice child becomes a nasty child
After having nearly 6 years of a lovely little boy, N is going through a nasty phase. I don’t think he realises he’s doing it, and from talking to people it sounds like lots of children go through it. But…