Speech and language charity I CAN has launched a DVD resource for parents and carers which outlines how interaction around everyday activities can develop vital communication skills in young children....
Humour is an important part of nursery life. As well as creating a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, humour and laughter help you and the children you work with to bond. A nursery with a good...
Not feeling well but still have to work? Jan Hurst offers tips for soldiering on Colds, PMT, hangovers or simply feeling below par can wreak havoc on your working day but, sadly, a nanny can't just...
It's time to get real about resolutions you'll enjoy keeping, says Jan Hurst With Christmas on the way, it's also time to gear up for next year's resolutions. Forget all those promises you always make...
I was very interested to read the views of Rosemary Murphy, chief executive of the National Day Nurseries Association, on where childminders fit into the proposed children's centres ('Striking out',...
With children at risk of sexual abuse from a very young age, it is vital that practitioners are aware of the signs. Elaine Hook offers some guidance.
There are several new developments on the bedding front, some of which use cutting-edge technology, while others are an extension of more traditional methods. The PurFlo Sleepsystem has been developed...
Do you look after a child who can't help wetting the bed? Drier sheets could be on the way with the aid of a new telephone helpline launched this month. The Bedwetting Education advisory line will...