Nanny to Mommy

Homework can sometimes be a burden for children, especially when they begin to be given it and they have no idea of what is expected of them. This is where parents can step in and really help – children will be much more confident and successful if they have parental support at home as well as their teachers helping them at home. Of course, the child needs to do the work for themselves, as that’s how they will learn, but parents being supportive and giving helpful hints and information will never go amiss. Here are some tips on how to do just that.

Considering heading away on a family trip? You’re far from alone. Travel has been off the cards for most of us over the past couple years, with the majority of us trying to figure out how to best keep our little ones safe throughout the course of the pandemic. But as vaccines are being taken up and as countries are loosening their restrictions regarding social isolation, social distancing and the closure or strict passage across borders, more and more families are feeling increasingly comfortable planning a family getaway. There are so many perks to doing this. It can give you and your little ones a break from the routine of day-to-day life, seeing new places, experiencing new things and generally creating lasting and fond memories. Of course, if you’re going to head away, you are going to have to pack everything you need for both you and your kids to have a great time. Here are some essentials to remember!

Giving birth is a miraculous process, but it can also be frightening for first-time mothers. The good news is that there are many things you can do to prepare yourself mentally and emotionally for labor. In this blog post, we will provide you with a guide on positively preparing for delivery. We will discuss relaxation techniques, visualization exercises, and other methods that can help make the experience more positive for you and your baby.

Have you heard the myth that you shouldn’t wear sunscreen whilst pregnant? There is a ton of misinformation out there, and quite frankly it’s seriously dangerous to be misinformed on this topic. Whilst there are lots of things to avoid whilst pregnant (sayonara soft cheese and retinol), sunscreen is totally pregnancy safe. Keep reading to find out the best sunscreens to wear whilst pregnant and the many reasons you shouldn’t ditch the sun cream for 9 months!

Becoming a caregiver for your parents can feel like such a strange situation. When you were a child, they had complete control over your life. Now you’re an adult with your own kids, the tables have turned, and they’re the ones looking to you for direction and assistance.

When parents get old, it’s similar to when they are young. They have more needs, and you need to do more things for them. They may not be able to drive, prepare their own meals, or even go to the bathroom on their own.

Parenting your parents, though, doesn’t need to start when you are an adult. It can begin at any stage of life. For instance, if your mother is mentally ill from a young age, you may need to adopt the role of parent from a very young age.

Being a great parent for your parents, of course, isn’t easy. It takes a lot of time, effort and skill which is difficult to give if you’re also working a full-time job.

In this post, therefore, we take a look at some of the ways you can be a great parent to your parents. If you’re down in the trenches right now, read on to learn more: