We all have certain topics which make us blush, but as a parent, you have to face some issues head on and talk to your child about uncomfortable topics. By the time they reach the age of twelve, there are a number of topics you should have covered so, to make sure you’re ahead of […]
Help Your Kids Stay Safe Online With These 7 Internet Safety Posters
Children are using the internet at younger and younger ages and, regardless of your stance on this, it’s important to ensure they understand the risks and how to stay safe, however they’re using the web. We understand, however, that explaining the risks and ‘codes of conduct’ to children and even teenagers isn’t easy. To lend […]
A Parent’s Guide To Mobile Phone & Tablet Safety For Kids [Infographic]
In the digital era, it’s really important for children to be comfortable with technology; phones and tablets can bring great fun and function into our lives. Sadly, electronic devices fall hand in hand with safety issues and it has never been more important for parents to ensure that their kids are using their devices safely. […]
The ‘Before & After’ Parenting Glossary
Life before and after becoming a parent is undeniably different and although your life is filled with unconditional love and a child whom you adore, there are some words, phrases, and phenomena which take on completely different meanings after having a child. Read our before & after parenting glossary to see how life changes after […]
Bloggers Share Their Top Tips For Bringing Home A Baby With A Toddler
There are some situations that aren’t often talked about when it comes to having children, one of them being the potential different stages that your children could be at. If your children are born close together, you find yourself with a toddler and a baby simultaneously, both requiring a lot of care, but entirely different […]
The 10 Commandments Of The Internet For Kids [Infographic]
Kids are using the internet earlier and earlier in their lives so, to ensure that they’re being responsible and staying safe online, we’ve put together our own spin on The Ten Commandments to help you tackle the topic of internet safety with your children: <img src=”https://www.playlikemum.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/10-commandments-internet.jpg”><br />AN infographic by <a href=”https://www.playlikemum.com”>PlayLikeMum.com</a> […]
20 Ways To Entertain Toddlers Without Spending Money
It can be difficult to keep your little one amused and even harder to do so without spending an arm and a leg sometimes. With that in mind, here are 20 ways to keep your toddlers occupied that won’t cost you a penny. Have a movie night. You can make a real event of it, […]
10 Fun Activities To Introduce Your Children To Music
Music is a wonderful way to connect with your children, whether they are still babies or a little older. Your baby has been introduced to the world of sound and rhythm in your womb, and by the time he or she is born, they will have learned to recognise your voice! There is plenty […]
The Most Common Parenting Myths Debunked [Infographic]
Sometimes, as a new parent, friends, family and even total strangers will all weigh in with their opinion on how you should or shouldn’t be raising your child. And while they usually mean well, there are a lot of common myths out there which you shouldn’t let worry you. Fancy sharing our infographic? <img src=”https://www.playlikemum.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/parenting-myths-debunked.jpg”></br>An […]
Kids Say The Funniest (& Rudest) Things By Accident – 12 Adults Share Their Stories
Our children may well be sweet and innocent but that doesn’t stop them, often accidentally, coming out with a whole host of rude things! As a little one, it’s all too easy to mispronounce a word or even to ask something which seems completely harmless, however to us parents, it can come as a surprise! […]