Community Posts, Tips & Support on Toddler & Child

So my daughters first birthday is coming up. My husband told his parents that we want to get her a balance bike her birthday. About 24 hours later, my husband gets a phone call saying “We got a bike for you so you don’t have to get it anymore”. I have been so upset about the situation. It’s not the bike that I want...

So… me and my fiance got into an argument. I told him I’m sick and tired of him and that it’s best he go his way and I go mine. He replied I’m so tired of you putting me through this shit every other day I’m done and I mean it . I responded with just ok. 😂 Do you guys feel like I came off cold ?

Hey, my son's teacher emailed me informing me that my son showed his private parts in health class. This is very shocking to me as he's normally well-behaved. As anyone experienced this before? Need advice on how to treat this situation

My little one is poorly - high temp, chesty cough, etc and je had been off food and milk for three days now, just water and a few raisins 🙈 For hiw lomg your litttle ones are without eating when poorly? Do they lise weight? x

My baby is gonna be two in a few days and i was wondering what toys or items your kids are obsessed with to add onto her Amazon list :)

This might sound silly but I have accidentally ate a cheese burger at a work event. I am now so worried about getting listeria.. has anyone else ate any foods they shouldn’t have by accident and been okay?

I’m so confused about nursery fees…my son is starting on Monday and I’m confused about when I’ll have to pay for his sessions. It says in the contract that they invoice you on the fifth of every month, then this is what they say about starting part way through the month. So will I pay for next week’s sessions along ...

My sons having tantrums every time he sits down to eat lunch or dinner and refuses most foods apart from yoghurts and a couple of fruits. Anyone have any advice?

Any ideas on how to wean baby he 1 in 2 weeks time onto cows milk I've tried adding to cerial but he very sensory like feeds him self finger food wise so I make his breakfast soggy then he will eat it because still has no teeth not sure what milk is best because he had a milk allergy from a month and thankfully he g...

My son (18m) and I were at the playground this morning when out of no where a girl roughly his age ran over to him (they were not playing together) and pushed him down. Then tried to hit him in the face twice. Her parent/nanny quietly told her no but did not acknowledge my son or me at all. I was waiting for her to ...

Booking another health visit for my son. He's 2. And he's never been a strong eater but now I'm just worried. He is completely avoiding foods. He freaks out over them unless it's plain bread, pasta, noodles, etc. "safe foods" or if there's no sauces or weird textures. However lately he's been very quiet.. you speak ...

Hi ladies I feel like mealtimes have become the most stressful part of the day with my LO and we need a reset. We sit in the kitchen. He is in his highchair and I sit opposite him on a bar stool leaning on the island. We're not level - I'm a bit higher. He doesn't really eat - more so throws everything; doesn't wa...

I’m not complaining, but how do I get him to eat other things?! Like he will GRAB broccoli, green beans, courgette… but won’t touch a potato or pasta. Meat is so so… Advice please. I want him to get a varied, but healthy diet 😂😂

Please say I’m not the only one with now a fussy eater?😩 it’s driving me mad! My LG used to eat anything and everything but since turning 2 she’s become so fussy. Has anyone got any tips? If she doesn’t like the look of her dinner she’ll point blank refuse to try it.

I’ve just given my LO a mini mince pie and then realised they are infused with brandy😳😳😳 Are mince pies ok for them to eat?!

Just need to let off some steammmm Someone please help!! My partner is a school teacher and I feel he’s working so many hours. He’s missed so much time with our little one due to this and never switches off. He’s out the house 10 hours a day and comes home, then will phone colleges, constantly emailing ect and I ...

What’s some indoor activities a 12 month old would be interested in ??

Is anyone going through the same thing? My son just turned 3 in October. He does not know how to use a spoon or fork to eat. He loves to use his hands or I just feed him. I have encouraged him to feed himself using a fork, spoon but he refuses. The only time he uses a spoon usually is for yogurt but gets it everywh...

My ex/son’s dad has informed me he’s moving to Florida and I’m in shock…He’s leaving his son? Willingly? I feel hurt and betrayed for my son. I want to cry. This isn’t fair to him.

I’m in the process of getting assessed for Autism and ADHD. I have a 2 year old and have been with my partner for almost 4.5 years. I’m seeking a diagnosis for my own peace of mind and to help gage the risk to my daughter etc… My partner is not being supportive at all. He thinks that the way I act is stupid and laz...