Reading Time: 5 minutes We know how it goes… winter hits and your kid comes home from school bringing with them all the germs. You catch it , then your partner, and so does your other child and on and on… but there is much  you can do to boost  immune systems to be more resilient. By Nikki Temkin Firstly, it’s normal for kids to get sick– and this is  how they build their resistance and make antibodies against illnesses.  But, you also don’t want them to be constantly sick and they also need the resilience to  bounce back. For anyone’s immune system to perform to the ..read more

Reading Time: 8 minutes BBY’s CEO, Amanda Rogaly, chatted to expert psychologist, Naomi Holdt, about her book, Bounce: How to raise resilient kids and teens. We gleaned lots of practical tools and tips about creating a happier and healthier family. Why is resilience such an important skill to have? The rates of anxiety and depression in all age groups has skyrocketed and we’re seeing behaviours in kids and teens bullying, exclusion, meltdowns and anxiety. This is a message. Tell us about your background. I started working with teens and children from a young age running holiday camps. I studi ..read more

Reading Time: 4 minutes As Easter approaches, families around the world look forward to spending quality time together. One fantastic way to bond and celebrate the holiday is by watching Easter movies that capture the essence of the season. From heartwarming classics to animated adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, grab some popcorn, gather the family, and dive into these timeless tales of joy, renewal, and hope. Grab the family and watch: 1. Hop (2011): a delightful animated adventure Kickstart your Easter festivities with “Hop,” an animated film that follows the misadve ..read more

Reading Time: 4 minutes Easter is around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some fun Easter crafts for kids? Get ready to dive into a world of creativity and imagination as we explore a variety of exciting craft ideas to make this Easter egg-stra special for your little ones. 1. Egg decorating ideas Let’s kick off the Easter crafting extravaganza with some egg-citing egg decorating ideas! From traditional designs to innovative techniques, there’s no limit to how you can adorn those eggs: Try different techniques: Experiment with dyeing, painting, and even decoupage. Use n ..read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes Join the Easter Bunny on a magical journey through the whimsical wonders of Easter! As the world prepares for the joyous celebration of Easter Sunday, embark on an enchanting adventure with the beloved Easter Bunny. Through captivating storytelling and vibrant illustrations, children will be transported to a realm where imagination knows no bounds and friendship reigns supreme. From the moment the Easter Bunny hops into action, children will be spellbound by his boundless energy and infectious enthusiasm. As he scampers through meadows adorned with blossoming flowers ..read more

Reading Time: 5 minutes Milk teeth are not as strong and durable as adult teeth. But even before milk teeth appear, there are many things parents can do to ensure their child’s long-term dental health. In this guide, we will take you through the stages of your child’s development to highlight the main challenges and recommend the best routines. Teething Most babies are born without teeth; it takes about 6–9 months for the first milk teeth to appear. Milk teeth will start breaking through gums, often causing discomfort, mild swelling and episodes of slight fever. This is all normal. Your baby ..read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes Easter is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a thrilling Easter egg hunt? Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or a community event, these egg-citing ideas for all ages will add an extra layer of fun. From traditional hunts to creative twists, here are some egg-ceptional ideas to make your Easter egg hunt an unforgettable extravaganza for everyone involved. 1. Glow-in-the-dark hunt: Take the Easter egg hunt into the night by using glow-in-the-dark eggs. Charge them up before hiding, and watch as the excitement unfolds in the d ..read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes What better way to get offline and bond with your teen than by getting creative over crafts says Laurel Pretorius. So many of today’s trendiest crafts all date back to our grandmothers and even our great grandmothers’ eras and were then passed down from generation to generation while evolving and becoming more innovative along the way. One thing remains the same, crafting is an incredibly good way for moms (and dads) to connect with their teens while passing on skills and knowhow which has been learnt through time. We love the idea that picking up a paint brush or ne ..read more

Reading Time: 4 minutes How can you help your child to reach their potential in their life?  Based on the Conscious Discipline approach to parenting, BYY’s expert, Connection Coach, Mandy Herold, guides us. Hi, my name is Mandy and I’m a recovering perfectionist! I’m also a mom to two student teenagers. I’m passionate about helping big humans understand and connect with themselves better so they can understand and connect with their small humans better. Also read Millennial mothering Conscious Discipline is an adult-first, child-second self-regulation programme founded by Dr Becky Baile ..read more

Reading Time: 9 minutes A young mind has the potential to develop into a masterpiece because of the experiences their significant adults provide. This would include love, reassurance, encouragement, and security etc. BYY’s expert paediatrician, Dr Maraschin sheds lights on mental health in children. In an article published by Harvard University’s Centre on the Developing Child, I came across this statement: “As early experiences shape the architecture of the developing brain, they also lay the foundations of sound mental health”. Wow! What an incredible picture this statement paints. The Amer ..read more