Adopting a child can be a complete rollercoaster of emotions. There’s ups and downs throughout the whole process. You may feel hopeful, anxious, excited, worried, eager, frustrated and even heartbroken at times. It can be uncertain and stressful, as well as legally, and financially challenging. It’s important to allow space for all of […]
World Prematurity Day: What Preterm Birth Means And The Support Available
November 17th is World Prematurity Day. This day aims to raise awareness of premature birth, what it means, and the support available for parents of preterm babies. The image for World Prematurity Day shows tiny purple baby socks surrounded by nine pairs of regular size baby socks. The purple represents sensitivity and exceptionality, […]
Making Friends With Fellow Expectant Parents: Tips For Finding A Supportive Community And Connecting
When you are having a new baby, it’s important for you to find people and a community who understand and support you. You can have your own family and friend support network, but you may also want a supportive community of people who are experiencing the same stresses, issues and joys that you are. This […]
National Burn Awareness Day: Keeping Your Baby Safe All Year Long
National Burn Awareness Day is on Wednesday 11th October. The British Burn Association and the Children’s Burn Trust work together to raise awareness, provide guidance on how to avoid burns, and tips on how to treat them. However, the risk of burns is something to keep in mind all year long and you should be […]
The Ultimate Guide To Dyslexia For Parents
Dyslexia Awareness Week is from the 2nd October to 8th October. It’s a celebration of people of all backgrounds who have dyslexia. This week is all about the individual journey that each person has, and how it shapes the person to become uniquely themselves. It’s a time to appreciate them. As a parent, dyslexia might […]
