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13 Halloween Traditions From Around The World [Infographic]

Sunday October 22 2017 |

For most of us, Halloween is largely influenced by the American tradition of dressing up and going trick-or-treating, but around the world, there are loads of different celebrations and traditions which you may never have heard of. Fancy sharing our infographic? <img src=”https://www.playlikemum.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/halloween-around-the-world.jpg”><br />An infographic by <a href=”https://www.playlikemum.com”>PlayLikeMum.com</a> […]

The Ultimate Guide To Choosing A Halloween Costume [Flow Chart]

Sunday October 22 2017 |

With Halloween just around the corner, most of us are starting to think about what we’re going to be dressing up as. To help you out, we’ve put together the ultimate guide to choosing a Halloween costume so, whether you want to be scary or controversial or anything in between, there will be some inspiration […]

Bloggers Reveal Things They’ve Been Taught By Their Kids Since Becoming Parents

Sunday October 15 2017 |

It may be a duty of the parent to teach their children about the world, to share important values and sentiment. But there are times that the tables can be turned, and when they do, it can be a genuinely pleasant surprise. After wanting to focus on the joys of parenting, and celebrating how amazing […]

Ten Healthy Treats Which Your Kids Can Help To Make

Sunday October 15 2017 |

Getting children to eat well is no easy task, but one of the best ways to encourage healthy eating is to get them involved in cooking for themselves. Being involved makes children much more interested and likely to try something new, and there are plenty of ways they can get involved no matter how young […]

The Best Halloween Costumes For Families

Sunday October 15 2017 |

Halloween is a great holiday for all the family and provides the perfect opportunity to do a group costume. Whether you want something scary, something funny or to dress up as characters out of your favourite film, there are plenty of choices for families of all sizes. The beauty of group costumes means you can […]

5 Great Ideas For A Toddler-Friendly Halloween Party At Home

Sunday October 15 2017 |

As adults (and even for older children), our idea of the perfect Halloween party likely involves the liberal use of severed heads and fake blood but, for most toddlers, it’s best to tone all of that down. Halloween can be a really scary day of the year for young children, so it’s always a good […]

An A – Z Of Gender Neutral Baby Names [Infographic]

Friday October 6 2017 |

With gender neutral names being all the rage recently, we couldn’t resist delving into the world of androgynous baby names. From Blair to Sydney, there are some truly stunning gender neutral names out there and choosing a name for your new arrival couldn’t be easier with our A – Z of gender neutral baby names […]

11 Things You’ll Inadvertently Do On A Child-Free Holiday [Infographic]

Thursday October 5 2017 |

When you first have children, the thought of going anywhere without them can be daunting but there will come a time where you brave the child-free holiday. Even as a parent, you do deserve a break and venturing off without your kids for a few days could do you both the world of good. However, […]

10 Awkward Conversations You Need to Have With Your Kids Before They Turn 12 [Infographic]

Thursday October 5 2017 |

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

Tuesday September 19 2017 |

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 […]