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Kids are like sponges and love copying what their parents do. They copy how you eat, how you get dressed, how you do your hair, and more. Children can benefit from role-playing different life scenarios to learn more about the world around them, as well as important life lessons. Not only is this a learning […]
Your child’s mind is bursting with imagination; from initiating play with themselves to involving other people in their playtime, it’s constantly creating new worlds and stories – and who wouldn’t want to encourage that? There are so many benefits of imaginative play, and we’d love to encourage more parents to get involved and promote imaginary […]
The advent of new technology such as iPhones and iPads has changed our lives for the better, at home and in the workplace, and for many parents, they’ve also become an effective form of childcare! But as handy as it can be to sit children down in front of an iPad for an hour or […]
Encouraging your children to use their imaginations and be as creative as possible is hugely important for their development and is something we are keen to support here at Play Like Mum. Coming up with new and exciting creative projects for your little ones can become challenging, especially if you are super busy or just […]
With Easter just around the corner, you’re bound to be looking for fun things to do with kids during the Easter school holidays. Luckily, we’ve gathered some fun games and exciting things to do that the whole family can enjoy. Whether you’re hoping to catch an opportunity to get outdoors for some family fun activities […]
Remember, remember the fifth of November. Who doesn’t enjoy bonfire night? Whether it’s the community bonfires, the brilliant firework displays or delicious themed foods like bonfire toffee – there’s something for all the family! For younger children who won’t necessarily understand the fun of bonfire night straight away, you can introduce them to plenty of […]
Learning how to ride a bike is one of the first big lessons your child will come across in their lives. All it takes is some gentle encouragement, perseverance and lots of praise, but once your little one can zoom off without the need for stabilisers, there will be no stopping them! Are you looking […]
Christmas is just around the corner and the school holidays are even closer, so are you ready for another few weeks of trying to keep the kids entertained? With all the excitement of the festive season along with the promise of Santa’s visit and plenty of sugary treats, it can be difficult to peel the […]
Christmas baking is fun for everyone, especially the kids. Getting messy in the kitchen is just the start of the festive fun and can even create some great gifts for the entire family. This time of year is a great excuse to get creative with your culinary skills, wrap the sweet treats up in a […]
Can you believe 2019 is almost over? As a family, you’ve probably had a whirlwind of a year, with so many stories and memories created, so why not end the year and begin the new in the same way? This year’s New Year party, gather the kids and make it a party to remember for […]
