Guides for the moments that matter

Practical, judgement-free ideas for the big little changes of family life.

Preparing a toddler for a new baby

The cot is going up, tiny clothes are appearing, and your toddler has questions. Preparing for a new sibling can start with ordinary conversations, a few familiar routines and chances to play. Here are some ways to make the coming change easier to picture.

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Helping with first day of school nerves

Starting primary school brings a lot of new things to get used to. The gate, the lunchbox, the goodbye and the way home are all things you can explore together. Start with the parts your child wants to know about, then practise a little at a time.

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Flying with a toddler for the first time

For a toddler, the airport can be as unfamiliar as the destination: bags disappear onto belts, queues take time, and there are new sounds everywhere. A little pretend play and a bag packed for the journey can give you a few familiar things to return to.

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