Health and Fitness

Speech & Language Delays in the Early Years

A guide to understanding and managing speech and language delays in babies & toddlers “One in five primary and secondary aged children are estimated to be behind with their talking and understanding of words”, a new survey by a charity suggests. Speech and Language UK says “this is the highest number of children with speech and language challenges ever recorded.” – Sky News. During the journey of childhood development, the ability to communicate effectively serves as a foundation for social

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A Guide to a Healthy and Sound Sleep for Your Little One

Sleep is essential for the well-being and development of young children. As parents, ensuring your little ones get adequate, quality sleep is important for their physical health, cognitive function, and various other emotional factors. However, establishing healthy sleep habits can be challenging. In this blog, we will explore some tips on how to encourage better sleep for your little ones, promoting a happier and healthier nighttime routine. Most parents face several common nighttime sleep challenges while establishing a proper sleep

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The Importance of Oral Health in the Early Years

As parents, you get to witness the incredible growth and development of your children every day – from those first wobbly steps to the cheerful babbling of new words. In the midst of these milestones, it’s easy to overlook an important aspect of your little one’s overall health – their oral health. The early years are a critical time for establishing good dental habits that will set the stage for a lifetime of healthy smiles. The Importance of Oral Health

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Cosy Autumn meals- GF,DF and Vegan

Eating seasonally, is as important as eating healthily. Eating foods grown in season, provides you with more nutrients that are beneficial to help you fight the beginning of the cold season. These foods are in season in Autumn and are the perfect addition to your diet: Root vegetables: Carrots, any type of squash, pumpkin, and sweet potatoes Whole grains: Brown rice, wholewheat pasta, quinoa, and oats Legumes: Lentils, beans, chickpeas, soybeans. Green vegetables: Broccoli, spinach, kale, and artichokes Fruit: Apples, pomegranates, citrus fruits, and pears

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A How To Guide On Self Care For Children

Practising self-care from a young age can help develop key skills that we need as we grow older. These skills are things like social awareness, independence and confidence. The earlier children begin practising self-care habits, the easier it will be for these habits to become normal and expected aspects of their lives. As well as this, habits practised regularly, provide relief from stress and promote healthy body and mind. Back to basics In order to find habits that work for

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Healthy Teeth!

From brushing their first tooth to their first trip to the dentist, here’s how to take care of your children’s teeth. A regular teeth-cleaning routine is essential for good dental health. Follow these tips and you can help keep your kids’ teeth decay-free. Toothbrushing tips It’s important to use a fluoride toothpaste, as this helps prevent and control tooth decay. Children aged up to 3 years Start brushing your baby’s teeth as soon as the first milk tooth breaks through (usually at around

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Why is Children’s Mental Health So Important?

Mental health problems affect roughly 1 in 10 children and young people. The most common mental health problems seen in children are anxiety, ADHD, conduct disorders or learning disabilities. Alarmingly, 70% of children and young people who experience mental health problems have no had appropriate interventions at the right age.⁣⁣The emotional well-being of children and young people is just as important as their physical health. Most children can start to show signs of mental health difficulties from a young age

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Encouraging Good Children’s Mental Health

Encouraging good mental health for children starts from the reflection of good self-care implemented by the people around them. Caregivers & parents are great role models to teach children the importance of self-care and encouraging good mental health habits, here are some simple ways we can implement good self-care and mental health within children:⁣⁣⁣⁣🏡 Creating a safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental space where children are allowed the freedom of their emotional expression⁣⁣ 👩🏽‍🤝‍👨🏾 Encourage them to attend social groups/activities that promote

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HEALTH AND FITNESS IN THE EARLY YEARS

HEALTH AND FITNESS IN THE EARLY YEARS In a world where children are spending more time staring at screens and less time being physically active and playing outdoors, childhood obesity is an increasingly growing issue. It is therefore vital that we decrease inactivity and encourage and promote a wholesome, healthy and active lifestyle in children. We recognise that our values and culture can influence the health and well-being of our children and the probability that they choose healthier options later

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