Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Toddler Nap Problems and Their Solutions
When that precious sleep time during the day has been whittled down to a one or two hour stretch (if you’re lucky) into which you can try to cram as much stuff as you can before they wake again. The naps are essential. So how you deal with toddler nap problems? Here are some ideas.
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Why a babymoon is a great idea
Did you have a babymoon when your little bundle arrived? It’s a relatively new idea, we believe, and one that we can really get on board with. Simply put, a babymoon is a period of time set aside after a baby’s birth, in which you- the parents- focus solely on your new role as protectors…
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Colic: myths and ‘cures’
Has your little one suffered from colic? You’ll know it when you see it. Colic can affect your baby’s sleep patterns like no other! Often babies that suffer will cry for prolonged periods around the same time each night, and nothing seems to soothe the poor little souls what-so-ever. Colic can be so hard to…
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Helping kids to relax and unwind
Now that school’ s started back no doubt you’ve noticed a change in your little one’s sleeping habits. Either they’re sleeping for England (in which case, hooray!) and falling into bed gratefully at the end of each busy or day, or else they are perhaps struggling a little to switch off. Either is completely normal-…
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Lunch box inspiration
So school is back in full swing and we’re either clapping our hands in glee at the thought of a new term, or grudgingly accepting that the school run, homework and packed lunches are here to stay for another few weeks at least. Despite all key stage one pupils in England now being entitled to…
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Five Ways to Get Your Baby to Sleep More
Sleep deprivation can be cruel. It lowers your defences, plays havoc with your health and makes you want to curl up and cry at times. So, finding new ways to get more baby sleep can only be a good thing, right? Here are five ways to get more baby sleep.
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Baby sleep: staying safe in warm weather
When the weather cranks the temperature up a notch or two, it can make for uncomfortable sleeping arrangements now and then. For adults, this can be easily remedied. We can open a window, take off a layer of clothing and swap our duvets for lighter blankets. Our body temperatures are easily regulated and we are…
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Understanding blankets on prams and how pram sunshades work
I don’t normally take to the blog on controversial issues but a story from a Swedish newspaper has made my blood boil. The news at the heart of this claims that parents are risking their children’s lives by putting blankets over their prams in hot weather. This to me is scaremongering for publicity rather than a responsibly…
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Tips for flying with babies and children
This time of year, lots of us are busy planning our summer getaways. If you’re flying somewhere lovely (lucky you!) then maybe now is the time to consider how to negotiate the flight, especially if you’re flying with babies and young children. Today’s guest post is from the wonderful Carrie, a former flight attendant and…
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Living with a toddler
Let’s face it. Living with a toddler is no easy feat. No two days are the same and the rules are different too. Granted, most toddlers usually live by just the one simple rule: it’s mine. But now and again they like to mix things up so you have to be prepared. We asked on…
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