Back to school – has your child had an eye test? #startingschool #backtoschool
byIf your child is starting school for the first time, an eye test can help pick up any problems before they miss out in…
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New books out now: Journey Through Assesment and Food and SEN Children
byI just got an exciting package through the post last week: it’s the advance copies for my new books which come out at the…
Childcare Vouchers – Have they helped you?
byAs announced in April’s Budget statement, the Government proposes to introduce a new childcare voucher system from 2015. Yet research* from Jelf Employee Benefits…
More ideas for cooking with the kids
byWhat can I do mum? Mum, I’m bored? If that sounds like your house this week, set the kids to work! The older your…
Retraining in childcare or teaching
byHave you thought about retraining since you’ve had children? Many mums consider a career in childcare for several reasons. You may be more interested…
What does the budget mean for your childcare costs?
byAre you confused by what the budge means for you? One of the big bits of news if that the Government will be contributing 20% of…
How many children do you look after?
by… And how many children do you think a nursery worker can care for? The Government has proposed to increase the ratios in day…
Childcare options for Working Mums and Mumpreneurs
byFor many mums, the main reason for starting a business is to be able to spend more time with their families. But it’s very…
How much do you spend on childcare?
byIn Europe parents spend an average of 13% of salaries on childcare costs, ranging from 5% in Sweden and 27% in the UK. We…
Mumpreneur Profile: Elizabeth Stokes of East Midlands Night Nanny & Babysitter
byName of Business: East Midlands Night Nanny & Babysitter Your Name and Age: Elizabeth Stokes, 32 Tell us about your family: Married since May 2008,…