Why is screen time such a big deal?
Object play is on the decline, while screen time is on the rise. This isn’t good news for healthy child
Low muscle tone | The facts
If your little one has been described as “floppy’”or has a weak sucking reflex, he may have low muscle tone.
15 tasks your two- or three-year-old should be able to do
When you’re used to the idea of your baby being entirely dependent on you, the thought of him not needing
Your child’s eyesight development from birth to three years
Find out what her beautiful eyes are seeing in the first year, and how you can develop your child’s vision.
5 ways cartoons are good for children’s development
Watching cartoons can actually benefit your child – if you choose the right programmes.
6 mini toddler milestones to look out for
Your child will experience a large amount of cognitive development between one and two years old – with many delightful
Speech development | 4 tips to get your toddler talking
Parents always look forward to their child’s first words, but speech development varies for each child, who has to grow
10 red flags that could indicate a motor developmental delay
If your toddler isn’t reaching developmental milestones on time, it could indicate a motor developmental delay. Look out for these
How to calm your overactive toddler
If you have an overactive toddler who never sits still, try these strategies to slow him down a little.
Toddler sleep |Moving from a cot to a big bed
We look at how to move your toddler to a big bed, plus how to keep him there all night.
Make your own educational toys for your toddler
It’s not necessary to invest in expensive educational toys. With a bit of ingenuity, you can stimulate your toddler almost
Your child’s social development in the first five years
Want to raise a social child? Here's what social milestones you can expect the first five years.
Is your child’s walking style normal?
Are you concerned about your child's walking style? Read on to find out what's normal, and when to step up
Does my child need speech therapy? Look out for these signs
Hearing your baby say her first word is a memorable milestone, but what if she doesn't seem to be communicating
5 creative motor-skills activities for preschoolers
As parents, we all know how important gross-motor skills are for your child, but we don’t always have new ideas
3 great games to develop your toddler’s cognitive development
One of the best ways to nurture a young brain is through play – games challenges thinking and the ability
7 signs that your child needs an eye examination
Approximately 19 million children worldwide have vision problems of which 12 million could have been corrected if caught early.
25 words your two-year-old should be able to say
Researchers have identified 25 must-have words toddlers should be able to say by the age of two.
5 benefits of imaginative play
The opportunity to play freely encourages healthy development. Simone Suckerman looks at how imaginative play can benefit babies and toddlers.
What is sensopathic play and how can it benefit your child’s development?
Sensopathic play uses the sense of touch, the biggest sensory system in the body, to help children better understand the
Your preschooler will love this fun kitchen experiment
Your little one will love this fun science project.
10 activities to boost your toddler’s development
These brain- and body-boosting activities for one- to three-year-olds will help encourage your little one's development. By Georgina Guedes
How playing with toys can benefit your child’s development
Toys open up a world of learning opportunities for kids. Here’s how they can benefit your child’s development.
The benefits of a fidget spinner for your child’s development
The fidget spinner could be the answer to decreasing children’s screen time, experts say.