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Play dough activity ideas for toddlers and children
Play dough is a versatile resource for play-based learning and holds a variety of benefits. It is simple to make at home and relatively...
Maria Skipworth
Jul 31, 20245 min read


water play ideas for babies under 12 months
Simple play inspiration for babies between 6 and 12 months old using water - a cost effective list of sensory water play ideas.
Maria Skipworth
Apr 30, 20243 min read


The truth about Baby Sign Language - Essential Signs to Help Your Little One Communicate
Baby sign language is a simple but effective way to support infant brain development. It can help your baby learn language skills.
Maria Skipworth
Apr 21, 20247 min read


5 Taste-safe Messy Play activities for 6-12 month olds
The benefits of sensory play go far beyond a social media-worthy photo of your adorable little one covered in a not-so-adorable mess....
Maria Skipworth
Mar 7, 20244 min read


Schematic Play and Toddler Development: What does it mean?
Whether you’ve heard of schemas and schematic play or not, the topic forms an essential part of your child’s development. When looking at...
Maria Skipworth
Mar 7, 20248 min read


Travel-friendly DIY Lolly Stick Games
These activities are fab for families, not only because they can be modified for several ages, but because they are SO travel friendly!...
Maria Skipworth
Mar 5, 20244 min read


10 Things you can do to help a Baby who hates tummy time
Ah, the dreaded tummy time. You’re either here because you’re wondering what on earth tummy time is or, you’ve tried it and your baby...
Maria Skipworth
Feb 26, 20246 min read


How laying on their bellies helps babies walk
It might have been mentioned by a health professional during pregnancy. You might have heard other parents discussing it in passing. But...
Maria Skipworth
Feb 26, 20244 min read


The Fourth Trimester: Navigating The Early Days
The fourth trimester is an extremely significant transitional period for both mother and baby, lasting the first three months after birth.
Maria Skipworth
Feb 17, 20246 min read


Why is Visual Stimulation Important?
Quick read - 2 min Just like us, most healthy babies are born with 5 senses to discover the world around them. Arguably, one of the...
Maria Skipworth
Jan 31, 20242 min read


Can My Baby Understand Me Yet?
Congratulations - you have a newborn baby. You've probably got various books lying around - some may have been a gift, or maybe you...
Maria Skipworth
Jan 31, 20243 min read
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