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Parenting Archive
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Babywearing safety
Posted on January 17, 2013 | No CommentsLike everything involving a baby, babywearing requires attention to safety. Here are a few of the best websites with safety information: http://www.schoolofbabywearing.com/Images/TICKS.pdf – important information on positioning http://babywearinginternational.org/articles.php?article=2Â – good general […] -
Education choices Pt 1:- What would suit your child and family?
Posted on January 6, 2013 | 4 CommentsEducation, like every other aspect of our children’s lives, is our responsibility as parents. But it is an area where our options are often hidden and it is easy to make choices without fully exploring the possibilities. Find out about your options for education in England. -
Victory on parental controls
Posted on January 5, 2013 | No CommentsGovernment drops plans for default ISP parental controls -
Out and about with little ones
Posted on November 21, 2012 | No CommentsTop three tips for enjoying getting outside with little ones... -
Parenting and maternity sites blocked by Three
Posted on September 5, 2012 | No CommentsList of the sites I have so far found to be blocked. (Based on limited searches) http://kellymom.com/ http://ispid.org/ http://www.rcmnormalbirth.org.uk/ http://www.aims.org.uk/ http://midwifery.org.uk http://independentmidwives.org.uk/ http://wearyourbaby.com/ http://altbirthchoices.com/ http://positivebirthchoices.com/ http://doula.org.uk/ http://www.mothersmate.co.uk/ http://www.independentmidwives-southeast.co.uk/ http://www.independentmidwives.com/ http://hypnobirthing.com/ […] -
Access to information – an essential part of parenting
Posted on September 2, 2012 | 11 CommentsOver the last month I have been forced to confront a new emerging reality. One where parents, and women in particular are unable to access information and support on birth, and parenting because of telephone, website and internet adult-content blocks and censorship. -
Education Choices Pt 2a: State School
Posted on August 23, 2012 | No CommentsEvery child aged between five and 16 is entitled to a place at a state school and most parents choose this option. These are government funded and so are free […] -
Education Choices Pt 2b: Independent School
Posted on August 23, 2012 | No CommentsIndependent Schools are privately owned and run. Since they are not state funded they are primarily funded by fees paid by parents. Educational approaches: The independent sector covers a range […] -
Education Choices Pt 2c: Home Education
Posted on August 23, 2012 | No CommentsSome parents choose to educate their children themselves, outside school. This may be their their first choice, because they want to take responsibility for the education themselves and allow their […]