Childcare Tips and Advice
11 January 2023Finding childcare that fits your budget
Childcare is something that can be very expensive, especially during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. Finding the right type of childcare and the right frequency that suits you and your budget is as individual as you and your child are. While the solution isn’t simple, there are some tips that you can follow to help manage the costs of your childcare.
Helping your child settle into nursery
When it comes to leaving your child at nursery for the first time, it can be an incredibly daunting prospect and process for many parents and children. Since COVID-19, many of the children starting at nurseries have been shielded and restricted within their social circle, so adjusting to time apart can be difficult for both of you. Here are some tips that can help you and your child adjust to taking the first steps into starting nursery.
What are the symptoms of Strep A and how contagious is it?
We’re sure by now you will be aware of Strep A given the recent rise in cases within the UK, patricularly found in children who are under the age of 10. While there is no evidence shown to say it is a different strain of Strep A, it is being blamed on more social mixing and reintegration following on from the COVID-19 pandemic. You can read more about Strep A and how contagious it is using the link below.
Tips to get your child to eat healthily
Choosing to eat a healthy diet is important for a childs physical development, but it is important for so much more than that. A healthy diet can provide benefits like maintaining a healthy weight, boosting their mood and even avoiding health problems. The problem is that encouraging children to eat healthy food (especially vegetables) can be a struggle, so we’ve compiled a list of tips to help you to get your child to eat healthily!
Top tips to keep your child warm this winter
Due to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, families all over the UK have been struggling to make ends meet with inflation, ever-increasing food prices and rising energy costs. For any parents that are concerned about keeping their children warm during the winter, here are some tips that are friendly to all budgets.

