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Nanny Versus Nursery: How to choose the right childcare for your baby in the UAE

From nurseries and nannies to the right age and stage, childcare in the UAE can seem daunting. We take a look at all the options to help you make the choice that’s right for you
December 08, 2019
raising your toddler
How Santa confuses kids and makes parenting harder

Tempting as it is to use Santa as a bargaining tool for good behaviour, parenting experts explain why you need to ditch the bribes and revamp your seasonal traditions
December 08, 2019
all about you
“My husband and I are vegan, but we aren’t imposing our beliefs on our son”

Dubai-based mum Cassie Gibson, 38, is mum to Jacob, age four. Although she and her husband are vegans, they are raising their son non-vegan
November 20, 2019
age 1–4
Why your child won't share

Early years expert Vera Wellman explains why children’s social rules don’t match our own and how we can help them through their playground battles
November 18, 2019
family life
12 of Dubai's best parks and outdoor play areas for kids

Make the most of the good weather with our roundup of Dubai’s best free (or almost free) outdoor parks and play areas for parents of babies and toddlers
November 13, 2019
age 1–4
How to tell if your child is ready to potty train (and why you shouldn't rush it)

Early years expert Vera Wellman explains how to navigate your way through potty training
November 10, 2019
age 0–1
5 Baby sleep secrets to help every new mum

Infant sleep educator Hayley Bukhamsin is a mum to two daughters, five years and three months, and founder of The Gentle Mama. Using an attachment-based approach, Hayley helps families ease their way into the land of snooze
November 07, 2019
age 1–4
Don't go potty! How child-led potty training worked for this Emirati mum

Sidiqa Sohail shares her story on effectively training her daughter Haya to use the potty – with surprisingly very little stress!
October 17, 2019
learning and play
Nursery nerves: 10 tips to help prepare your child for pre-school

The first day of nursery will soon be here so if you're planning to put your little ones into a class these 10 tips can help make it a little less daunting for both of you...
August 31, 2019
raising your toddler
8 ways to prepare for starting school in the UAE this September

Whether your little one is going into FS1, FS2 or Grade 1, the first day at ‘big school’ is likely already causing butterflies – probably more so in you than in your child. Here’s how to prepare you both…
August 28, 2019
raising your toddler
Shyness, Separation Anxiety and Morning Tears: How to deal with the most common back-to-school issues

The new academic year can be a shock to the system for little ones, and many may struggle at first – UAE experts explain what to look out for and how to respond
August 27, 2019
age 0–1
5 Best sleeping products to use in the UAE

Your baby deserves a good night's sleep and these trusted products can help you
July 25, 2019
age 0–1
How safe is your sleep aid?

Mums swear by them, Instagram loves them, and manufacturers claim they are perfectly safe. But growing evidence suggests that you may want to think twice before using some of the parenting world’s most popular sleep aids with your baby
July 18, 2019
raising your toddler
Your child's top ten stress triggers

By recognising what is making your child feel stressed on a day-to-day basis, you can take steps to help them cope. Andrea Anastasiou speaks to the parenting experts.
April 28, 2019
raising your toddler
How to handle an alpha toddler

We all want our children to be confident and able to assert themselves, but what can you do if your little one’s boisterous behaviour is getting out of hand? We sent one Dubai-based mum to review the services of a parenting education specialist to see if she could help...
April 04, 2019

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