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Are All Herbs Safe for Children?
Are All Herbs Safe for Children?
First of all, congratulations on being directly involved in your son’s education! Kids reap so many rewards when parents take an active interest in their everyday...
At What Age Can Children Sit in the Front Seat of a Car?
At What Age Can Children Sit in the Front Seat of a Car?
While the laws regarding the transport of children are specific, they can be a bit confusing. Although you didn’t specifically say that your son...
At What Age Do Children Have Enough Road Sense?
At What Age Do Children Have Enough Road Sense?
This is a good question, although it’s got a bit of a ‘how long is a piece of string’ answer! It’s one of those issues where it’s hard to...
Do Cars Have to Have Child Locks?
Do Cars Have to Have Child Locks?
When choosing a family car, it pays to have child safety locks on the rear doors. There are currently no laws on having child safety locks in your car (which applies...
How do I Help my Son Settle in School?
How do I Help my Son Settle in School?
I understand your frustration and how upsetting this can be. Many children have a difficult time when they first start school, or when they a...
How Safe is it to Reuse Plastic Water Bottles for School?
How Safe is it to Reuse Plastic Water Bottles for School?
There's no doubt about it, the subject of plastic bottles is always going to be controversial with parents who care about their children's...
Should Children of the Opposite Sex Share a Bedroom?
Should Children of the Opposite Sex Share a Bedroom?
There’s no law in existence which governs children of different sexes sharing rooms in privately owned homes. It’s up to the home owners/parents to...
What Are the Guidelines Regarding Buggies and Bouncers?
What Are the Guidelines Regarding Buggies and Bouncers?
Choosing someone to provide care for your child when you are away can be a very difficult process. Few caregivers will match your preferences...
What Are The Rules Regarding Accidents in a Day Nursery?
What Are The Rules Regarding Accidents in a Day Nursery?
Sorry to hear that your son had an accident at nursery. All nursery schools should have an accident policy in place, which helps staff record...
Will Shampoo Cause Skin Problems on Children?
Will Shampoo Cause Skin Problems on Children?
Children’s bath foam is formulated to be gentle on kids’ delicate skin, so it is definitely the preferred product for making a bubble bath. That...
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