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Making Valentine's Special for your children
Making Valentine's Special for your children
Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate the gift of love and show your appreciation of those you hold dearest to you - not just your partner or spouse, but also your children! Get your little ones ..
How Can I Safely Co-Sleep with My Baby?
How Can I Safely Co-Sleep with My Baby?
Although you probably hear the term "co-sleeping" and assume it refers to sharing a bed with your baby, that's just one form of co-sleeping. Alternatively, you can co-sleep by atta..
Our Top 5 family Activities for this weekend (3-4 March)
Our Top 5 family Activities for this weekend (3-4 March)
Hong Kong has a lot of budget friendly activities for families here are our top 5 activities to do this weekend!! Now all you have to do is decide what to do first?   1. Tai Tong org..
A fun Valentine's day party
A fun Valentine's day party
February is almost here and we all know what that means…Valentine’s day! But things changed when you become parent. It may not be as romantic as before but you can still have a blas..
Hiking the hills with the littlies
Hiking the hills with the littlies
Introduce your little ones to the myriad of hiking trails and all the wonders of the Hong Kong natural environment this summer. When you look around the city streets and adjacent lanes of Hon..
Now is the time to give 
Now is the time to give 
Upon returning home to Hong Kong after having spent a wonderful Christmas in Australia, it felt like the right time to sort through home storage areas for newly acquired toys, games and clothing..
Learning for life
Learning for life
As everyone starts this new year afresh, with resolutions made and not yet broken I thought this would be a good opportunity to remind you why those baby swimming lessons are so important and wh..
Feeling Crafty?
Feeling Crafty?
Will you be decorating your home this Christmas with store-bought designer ornaments and wall hangings, or will yours be a DIY Christmas?   This festive season is the perfect time to ..
Christmas cheer is here!
Christmas cheer is here!
The festive season has arrived and there’s plenty of places to absorb all the red and green magic, jubilant festivities, and sparkling scenes all over Hong Kong.  Get your free Chr..
Halloween is ‘hellishly’ good fun in Hong Kong
Halloween is ‘hellishly’ good fun in Hong Kong
As the cooler nights set in and the darkness creeps over Hong Kong this weekend you may sense an unnerving chill in the air. You might hear the distant screams of lost souls and zombies crawling..
Baby’s in bed let’s paint the town red!
Baby’s in bed let’s paint the town red!
If you are fortunate enough to have a babysitter or carer available in the evenings then why not take the opportunity to head out with your partner to explore and enjoy all this cosmopolitan cit..
A day at the Museum
A day at the Museum
It’s going to be a super hot and partially rainy weekend! If you're back in Hong Kong after a long summer break with the kids becoming restless and eager to get out..
Early to bed, early to rise … it’s Back to School time!
Early to bed, early to rise … it’s Back to School time!
I can still recall that fearful, anxious feeling as a child upon seeing ‘back to school’ commercials on the TV when it was STILL the school holidays. The books, the stationary, and t..
Haircuts for Juniors!
Haircuts for Juniors!
There is never one universal response from a child when they are told they need to get their hair cut. When it comes to my two young daughters it couldn’t be more black-and-white. My oldes..
Summer fun activities to excite and inspire!
Summer fun activities to excite and inspire!
Once the school alarm sounds and another year has ended it often feels like a massive exodus of families leaving Hong Kong for adventures a far. Yet, many families do stick around to enjoy all t..
Summer fun swimming classes for your little ones
Summer fun swimming classes for your little ones
Summer is the perfect time to transform your little ‘bundles of cuteness’ in to ‘little swimming fish’ through a series of ‘babies and toddlers’ swimming clas..
The Pulse: just might be Hong Kong’s answer to a ‘little bit of Noosa’
The Pulse: just might be Hong Kong’s answer to a ‘little bit of Noosa’
I’d lost count the number of times I wondered if the rain would ever stop in June! It felt like I spent endless days cooped up inside trying to think of new ways to entertain the little on..
Valentines Day with our Kids!
Valentines Day with our Kids!
Ah yes, it’s that time of year again, when you reminisce about candle lit dinners, dozens of roses, sweet nothings being whispered into your ear…Not so easy to replicate those days with a..
Getting Kids Back in to the Swing of School After CNY!
Getting Kids Back in to the Swing of School After CNY!
We hope you have had a fantastic Chinese New Year holiday and we’re sure the kids have enjoyed the break from school and have probably got used to later bed times, lie ins and just hanging out w..
Disciplining your kids without losing your cool
Disciplining your kids without losing your cool
  Do you feel your blood boiling when disciplining your kids? Regret your stern words, raised voice or actions just moments afterwards? You wouldn’t be alone there. It’s difficult ..
CNY in Hong Kong with Kids
CNY in Hong Kong with Kids
  The first day of the Chinese New Year starts on 28th January and we’ll be celebrating the Year of the Rooster! If you’re staying in Hong Kong for Chinese New Year – LUCKY Y..
Overload of Toys at Christmas
Overload of Toys at Christmas
Whilst the kids are excited about all the toys they’ve received over Christmas, as a parent you’re probably dreading it. For a start, you simply don’t have the space in your flat for..
Traveling with Babies and Kids
Traveling with Babies and Kids
Traveling with Babies and Kids   With Christmas creeping up on us so quickly, and Chinese New Year literally just around the corner, here are our top tips to keep you stress free from the m..
The Art of Free Play. Are our kids lives too scheduled?
The Art of Free Play. Are our kids lives too scheduled?
When you think back to your own childhood, what do you remember most? Do you remember play dates, swimming with friends, outings with your mum, playing in the garden with your siblings…? Or do ..
5 things to do on a Monday
5 things to do on a Monday
Monday might be our least favourite day of the week, but we can grab it by the horns and use it as a fresh start to get organised and make the rest of the week seamless!  Here is our suggested li..
Say NO to the mosquito
Say NO to the mosquito
I was very pleased to return from my Easter Holiday to find that that this year’s very long Hong Kong winter was finally over!  I promptly said "goodbye" to my winter coat and &ld..
Why Is My Baby Crying?
Why Is My Baby Crying?
Babies cry for many reasons.  They might cry because they are hungry, wet or just uncomfortable.  When your baby cries, he or she is trying to tell you something.  Since babies can&iacu..
Tips on Bathing Your Baby
Tips on Bathing Your Baby
Bath time can be one of the most relaxing times for parents and baby, or it canbe something you both dread. Here are some tips on how to make bath timeeasier. Don't tub bathe baby until the ..
Tips for Beating Diaper Rash
Tips for Beating Diaper Rash
Diaper rash is the bane of all parents. Whether your little one sails blissfully through infancy with nary a mark on his bottom, only to suddenly break out once he starts chowing down on solid food, o..
The Nitty Gritty of Nappy Rash
The Nitty Gritty of Nappy Rash
 At one time or another most babies develop nappy rash. The cause, severity of, and even effective treatment of nappy rash differs for each child. Some babies are more prone to develop nappy rash..
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), or cot death as it’s sometimes known, is every parent’s nightmare. As its name suggests, SIDS is the term used to describe the sudden and unexpected de..
Soothe a Fussy Baby
Soothe a Fussy Baby
Newborn babies cry for many reasons, they are wet, tired, hungry, cold, hot or need to be held.  It is difficult sometimes to know why baby is crying, especially after you have met all his basic ..
How To Deal With Colic Babies
How To Deal With Colic Babies
If you have a baby with colic, this can be extremely stressful for parents. The baby will often cry loudly for hours on end. This can make the parents feel totally helpless and very concerned that som..
How to Child Proof Your Home
How to Child Proof Your Home
When a child enters your life, there are so many things to think about and so many decisions to be made that childproofing often falls through the cracks. But, childproofing is important to save your ..
Flying with Baby
Flying with Baby
Nervous about flying with your infant for the first time? Not to worry; here are some tips from a mom who has been there. Traveling with a child is a skill you can learn, and with some insider tips an..
Crying: What Your Baby Is Telling You
Crying: What Your Baby Is Telling You
Babies, like adults, need to communicate with others in order to have their needs met and be able to interact with their environment.  Unlike adults, however, babies have not yet developed advanc..
Baby’s Teeth
Baby’s Teeth
Your baby will begin teething somewhere between six and nine months. It could be before this. In fact, some babies are born with teeth, but this occurrence is rare. Keep in mind that every child is di..
Washing Baby Clothes: What Parents Need to Know
Washing Baby Clothes: What Parents Need to Know
Nervous new parents may be confused about the proper way to wash their newborn’s clothes. Fears of allergic reactions, harmful chemicals, and shrinkage may put stress on new parents  when l..
Teach Your Child To Love Books
Teach Your Child To Love Books
As any avid reader knows, books are a joy.  Even if you’re no book-lover, encouraging a passion for reading in your child is to give them a gift that lasts a lifetime.  It’s neve..
Parenting: Potty Training Basics
Parenting: Potty Training Basics
  Many parents equate successful parenting with early toilet training.  It is important to keep in mind that children will naturally show interest in toilet training when they are ready a..
Newborn Baby Skin Care
Newborn Baby Skin Care
Immediately after a baby is born, his skin is soft and sensitive, and his coloring may alarm you. If he has a purple cast to his skin, this is likely to be from blood vessels that show through skin th..
Make Your Baby’s First Christmas a Special and Memorable One
Make Your Baby’s First Christmas a Special and Memorable One
The Christmas and winter holiday season is always a time of wonder and celebration, but for parents celebrating the birth of a new baby the season has an even greater meaning.  Christmas is, afte..
Helping Baby Sleep Through the Night
Helping Baby Sleep Through the Night
A newborn's first few months can be exhausting for her parents.  Adults aren't meant to be awakened every few hours, but new babies aren't capable of sleeping through the night.  ..
Help! The Baby Keeps Me Up All Night!
Help! The Baby Keeps Me Up All Night!
Ten Tips for Teaching Baby to Sleep Through the Night   You’ve got a new baby in the house.  Congratulations!  And now you feel like part of a sleep deprivation experiment.&..
Understanding the Montessori Approach to Learning
Understanding the Montessori Approach to Learning
The Montessori philosophy for educating children is based on the belief that every child learns at his own pace and through multi-sensory activities. Dr. Maria Montessori developed her method in the e..
Top 10 Tips for Supermoms
Top 10 Tips for Supermoms
All mothers can relate to the feeling of being overwhelmed. In today’s world, moms have careers and take care of a family. However, there are ways to help make things a little easier. Here are t..
Rainy Day Fun
Rainy Day Fun
Many parents dread rainy days. They often result in bored kids who are constantly fighting with each other. Normal entertainment, such as movies or video games, can only keep them occupied for so long..
Preparing For Your Child's First Day at School
Preparing For Your Child's First Day at School
Your child’s first day at school is nerve-wracking for both you and your child. There are many things that you need to take into account, but some of the main things are outlined here.  ..
Preparing for First-Time Fatherhood
Preparing for First-Time Fatherhood
The prospect of fatherhood often triggers deep and uncomfortable feelings in men. Insecurities that may have been carefully buried until now suddenly burst to the fore. A common reaction is for a man ..
How to Make an Easy Birthday Card
How to Make an Easy Birthday Card
This birthday card can be made in less than one hour using very inexpensive materials. Even if you have never made a greeting card before, you can achieve good results quickly and easily with this cra..
From the Crib to the Bed: Six Tips to Help Your Child Adjust With the Change
From the Crib to the Bed: Six Tips to Help Your Child Adjust With the Change
Every parent knows that the day must eventually arrive when your child will make the transition from his or her crib to a mattress and box spring.  Changing to a bed can be hard on both the child..
Easter Activities to Share with the Kids
Easter Activities to Share with the Kids
Easter is a great time for families. The kids have a break from school and the adults have a bank holiday to look forward to which means that everyone can come together to celebrate the festival, whet..
Creative Birthday Party Games for Kids
Creative Birthday Party Games for Kids
Birthday parties should be a fun time to celebrate the birth of your kid, not a time for you to stress out about expenses or other party arrangements. Instead of renting out an expensive venue for you..
Coping With Children’s Allergies
Coping With Children’s Allergies
Allergies are on the increase - according to Allergy UK, four in 10 school children have at least one allergic condition, one in five has asthma and 85 per cent of these are allergic to house dust mit..
Chinese New Year Traditions: The Red Packet
Chinese New Year Traditions: The Red Packet
It’s a tradition all children look forward to with glee, hands rubbing together in anticipation. It puts a sparkle in every eye and a hint of impatience in every step as they wait anxiously for ..
5 Christmas Gifts Kids Can Make
5 Christmas Gifts Kids Can Make
Christmas is the time of year when people think about others, and that should include kids. Making gifts for friends and family is a great way to teach children that a gift does not have to cost a lot..
Umbilical Cord Blood Banking
Umbilical Cord Blood Banking
Banking umbilical cord blood is a relatively new option in the medical landscape.  The process is far from common place and many misconceptions surround the practice.  Most often, stem cell ..
'Twas the Night Before Christmas
'Twas the Night Before Christmas
Some children fall asleep with relative ease most nights, while some put up a bedtime fight every evening.  Your little ones may habitually beg for ten more minutes, or they may regularly climb i..
The Nitty-Gritty: Getting Rid of Head Lice
The Nitty-Gritty: Getting Rid of Head Lice
It's a shock for parents when they realise that their child has head lice for the first time. Sometimes the news arrives in a letter from school, while, in other cases, suspicion is aroused by the..
Swimming Pool Safety for Kids
Swimming Pool Safety for Kids
Summertime comes in and the kids want to be at and in the pool. Although swimming pools are great sources of fun and exercise for children, they can have an extremely dangerous side. Drowning is  ..
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