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A new programme is being launched to support toddlers with a family connection to autism or ADHD to develop strong attention, emotion-regulation and thinking skills. The START programme is based around parent-child play sessions, using songs, games and stories to provide enjoyable opportunities for toddlers’ skill development. The programme training and materials place an emphasis on inclusivity and valuing neurodiversity.
The first round of sessions will run from Thursday 28th April – Thursday 21st July at 9.30-10.30am in Littlemore, Oxford. Sessions are free for families and travel costs can be covered. Places are limited and registration is essential: email start@psy.ox.ac.uk or visit psy.ox.ac.uk to find out more.
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The sessions will have a large element of parent-to-parent peer support and the session materials include insights provided by the parents involved in the programme development.
www.startproject.info
BIBS launches a new dummy, Boheme
The BIBS Boheme takes inspiration from the modern bohemian style, combining natural elements like wood, rattan and macramé with artistic, quirky, and organic patterns.
The lightweight shield faces away from the sensitive and delicate skin around the baby’s mouth to ensure minimum contact with the baby’s nose and mouth, which means less chance of moisture build-up from saliva that can cause rashes and sore spots.
All BIBS dummies are made of the best material on the market and 100% free of harmful and endocrine-disrupting ingredients such as PVC and BPA.
New law to protect breastfeeding mothers
Taking photos of breastfeeding mothers in public without their consent is to be made a crime in England and Wales.
Campaigners have welcomed the law-changing decision. Julia Cooper from Manchester began the campaign to make taking pictures of breastfeeding mothers illegal after her own experience in a local park last April.
‘I sat down to breastfeed my daughter and I noticed a man on another bench staring at us,’ she said, ‘he got out his digital camera, attached a zoom lens, and started photographing us. I just felt that it was so wrong that we had been violated in this way and there was nothing the police could do to help,’ she added. ‘This change in the law will provide the reassurance that mothers can breastfeed in public without strangers freely photographing and filming as they wish.’
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The Stepup Baby Learning Tower
Supports your child’s development by involving them in daily activities in a safe and fun environment.
The Learning Tower, inspired by Montessori principles, helps children from 18 months to 4 years to learn and play in a fun way.
Available in four modern finishes - White, Grey, Varnish and Natural wood finish option can be painted to match your own décor.
With three adjustable platform heights, the step will accommodate your growing child for years to come.
Easy to wipe down and clean, so you don’t have to worry about not being messy! www.stepupbaby.com
SnüzPouch® doubles up
Iconic sleep brand, Snüz, unveils its much-loved SnüzPouch® in an essential Twin Pack.
The new option gives parents the chance to double up on a trusted product that will save the ZZZ’s and the pennies and is especially useful for twins - what’s not to love!
Known for its stylish prints, the new Twin Packs have been thoughtfully created to ensure the duo of sleeping bags work seamlessly together. Whether parents choose the classic Grey for neutral hues, or the super cool Mono Twin Pack, or they opt for the serene Clouds & Stars, or fun Colour Twin Pack featuring the brands stunning rainbow print, they are promised two of the brands striking designs.
The new Twin Packs will be available in size 0-6 month, in both 1.0 Tog and 2.5 Tog ratings to support parents all year round. They provide added convenience, and at £49.95, the Twin Pack offers a saving of more than £10.
