A big welcome to our iChild blog! With regular posts from both the iChild team and our specialist iChild bloggers on absolutely everything that matters to the parent, childminder, teacher or anybody who works with children aged 0 to 11.
Noel McDermott is a Psychotherapist with over 25 years’ experience in health, social care, and education. He shares his advice on managing children's mental health during the current cost of living crisis.
Jenny Waldman is the Director of Art Fund, the national charity for art, existing to enrich the UK’s museum and gallery collections and ensure as many people as possible can access and enjoy them. The charity has recently launched the Teacher Art Pass to support teachers to access museums and galleries across the country. Here, Jenny explains why visiting these cultural spaces can boost both teacher and pupils’ wellbeing and support improved educational outcomes.
Lee Wilcock, Principal at Wolsey Hall Oxford, "the world's most experienced home study and homeschooling online provider...", explores the latest nurturing parenting trend - homeschooling,
The team from ceramics and homeware brand, Denby, firmly believe that cooking with your children can be a rewarding experience for you both. They've clubbed together to share their experiences, and now they're sharing their tips for encouraging little ones to get into the kitchen.
Joanne Owens is a mentor and educator who specialises in working with young children. Joanne works closely with parents, teachers, and other caregivers to create nurturing and supportive learning environments that encourage exploration and discovery. Her ultimate goal is to make a positive impact on the lives of young children and to inspire them to reach their full potential.
Pregnancy and birth are huge physical transitions to go through, so it’s important to support your postpartum body as best you can. Keoghan Bellew, Personal Trainer at Fitness Superstore, shares four simple, healthy habits you can adopt to start feeling like yourself again.
Joanne Owens is a mentor and educator who specialises in working with young children. Joanne works closely with parents, teachers, and other caregivers to create nurturing and supportive learning environments that encourage exploration and discovery. Her ultimate goal is to make a positive impact on the lives of young children and to inspire them to reach their full potential.
The UK has one of the highest prevalence rates for asthma in children. The Independent Pharmacy reveals the triggers asthmatics face on an everyday basis. In this article, they share this information and give advice on steps that can be taken to mitigate the problem.
Playtime is the perfect opportunity for your child to explore the world around them, but safety is also essential. Here, Peter Boast, Managing Director of Safetots, shares five ways to encourage safe play at home without discouraging your child’s adventurous spirit.
By dental expert at Kent Express. Since 1982, they have supplied dental practices across the UK with essential everyday dental products, small equipment and dental uniform for the world’s leading brands. Here their dental expert shares his advice and research to help look after your little one’s very first teeth.
