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The days are getting longer and warmer... which is handy, because there's so much going on for little ones in Northamptonshire! It's good to have a bit more daylight to squeeze everything in - here's how to find out what's on: Get all the latest baby and toddler news and events in the What's New? section on pages 4-8, and make sure you get the lowdown on some fun Easter Days Out on page 15. Finally, head over to the Daily Activity Planner from page 38-53 for all the upcoming groups and classes near you to plan your regular, weekly activities.

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WHAT’S NEW FOR BUMPS, BABIES & TODDLERS IN THE NORTHAMPTONSHIRE AREA. Key to each area:

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Childcare for 2-5 Year-olds in Pattishall Pattishall Preschool, based in the village hall, is set in a delightful village location and has some spaces available for children aged 2+ years. With 30 years’ experience providing childcare services, and led by fully qualified and experienced staff, the preschool is a feeder for Pattishall C of E Primary School. A non-profit organisation, Pattishall Preschool offers eligible families 30 hours FREE childcare (term time only). Call 07901 734460 to book a visit. www.pattishhallpreschool.org. P.23

With many of us very aware of our impact on the environment, why not try reusable nappies?

Cute Babycare have put your together a simple four-step guide for y. Dispose napp ove Rem 1. ies. napp baby’s reusable in nappy of solids in toilet. 2. Put in laundry bag cycle then bucket. 3. Wash every other day. Rinse t. o rgen dete der pow wash 40 C. Use non-bio . This process 4. Line dry or tumble dry on low heat onment. For can be up to 40% better for the envir care.co.uk. more information, visit www.cutebaby

Spratton Hall Supports Working Pare nts

Time for a Tigers Party?

Spratton Hall School is aiming to make life more manageable for working parents. The school provides daily minibus routes to safely transport pupils from the surrounding area, free wraparound care to make the school-run more flexible, and a variety of after-school clubs – inclu ding sewing, gaming and construction – to exte nd the school day in a fun way. Simon Clarke, the Headmaster, explained that it’s a popular approach , and that the ‘pupils love it almost as much as the parents.’ P.32

Tigers Softplay Centre in Daventry hosts great birthday parties that children will remember for years to come.

A birthday party at Tigers includes one hour in the softplay centre then half an hour in the party room, a dedicated party host, themed party rooms to choose from, a choice of buffet food, unlimited free drink during the meal and a throne chair for the birthday child, who also receives one month’s free, unlimited entry to the soft-play centre. Prices start from £9 per child. For more information, visit www.tigersplay.co.uk. P.30

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Tot and Parent Tennis in Duston

A baby's skin is delicate and a new mum's emotions are, too.

A happy mum means a happy baby, which is also important for overall family wellbeing. Baby Boo's 100% natural products are blended with essential oils, offering the whole family a peaceful, calming experience. Baby Boo's Baby Balm can be used to protect and heal cradle cap while soothing and relaxing baby for a better night’s sleep. Meanwhile, Baby Boo Baby Oil is perfect for bonding through massage. For more information, visit www.babyboo.vip. P.19

Little Hits Tennis offers a free trial for tots aged 3-5 years in one of its indoor classes in Duston. All sessions are 'tot and parent' that mums/dads/ grandparents can join in with.

This means children can take part in the sessions confidently with a supportive adult while learning under the direction of the Coach. It's great fun too!

Visit www.littlehitstennis.co.uk or call Coach David on 07912 746693 to get started. P.46 4 April-June 2019 Toddle About

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Calling all ‘CotsWild Explorers’

The Cotswold Wildlife Park’s new ‘CotsWild Explorer’ activity trail launches in April for children aged 6-11 years old. The Egg themed trail pack (available from the gift shop) comes with a pop badge, with 10% lanyard and a pencil, for £2.50 per pack new are e Ther tion. erva cons uin Peng to going of flock a ding inclu too arrivals at the Park pean wetland’ Spoonbills in their refurbished ‘Euro Turtles in the Box ed Strip w Yello tiny aviary, some ured) in the Reptile House and a Cassowary (pict Wildlife wold Cots The area. lake ugh walk-thro .

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Daventry NCT Nearly New Sale Interested in buying and/or selling pre-loved children’s toys, books, prams, clothes, cots, maternity clothes and more?

The Daventry NCT Nearly New Sale takes place on 30th March at The Parker E-Act Academy, Ashby Road, Daventry. Buyers with an NCT members’ card can attend from 9:30am. The general public can shop from 10am. Entry is £1 per person (children free). Seller packs are £6 – simply label up your items and drop them to the school the evening before. For more information, visit www.toddle.club/daventrynns.

Splash about with Swimkidz!

Swimming is a great way to get children active while having fun in the water. Swimkidz have got new baby beginner courses this spring, suita ble for babies aged three months upwards, held at Gateway Pool, Tiffield, on Thursdays at 2pm.

They’re also offering two FREE classes when you sign up for a term of Swimkidz lessons. To book your child onto lessons and claim your two free class es, email goggles@swimkidz.co.uk or call 0754 4555028 and quote discount code TODDLE1 9. For more information, visit www.swimkidz.co.u k. P.50

Spring Actvities at Wicksteed Park Wicksteed Park has something for all the family to enjoy this spring. There are a whole host of Easter activities, including Curious Croquet and driving the new mini 4x4s on a multi-terrain track. In May, the park is celebrating The Tree Council's Walk in the Woods month, and on 15th June the famous Soap Box Derby offers thrills and spills and the chance to win tickets for a trip to Silverstone Circuit. The new Clip ‘n Climb indoor family climbing attraction also offers an array of fantastic activities. www.wicksteedpark.org. P.14

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New Venue for Baby Sensory Classes Due to popular demand, Baby Sensory Northampton are hosting classes at a new venue – Boughton Village Hall – from Wednesday 1st May onward. Baby Sensory Northampton’s awardwinning classes are designed for babies from birth to 13 months. They offer a world of exciting sensory learning and development for both parent and baby, with activities including light shows, singing, baby signing, water play and lots of bubbles! For more information, visit www.babysensory.com/northampton or email Sarah at northampton@babysensory.co.uk. P.7

Fresh Look for Experienced Face Painter Delight your guests with the creative flair of Fizz Pop Facepainting. Emma from Fizz Pop has been face painting at parties and events for more than 15 years, but this year sees the launch of a new name and fresh look for her business. Add a bit of Fizz Pop to your event to make it extra special and memorable! For more information, visit www.fizzpopfaces.co.uk or find @FizzPopFacepainting on Facebook. For booking enquiries, email emma@fizzpopfaces.co.uk. P.31

New Baby Yoga Classes in Milton Mal sor

Encouraging baby dental check-ups

Yogalise - a new Parent and Baby Yoga class - is coming to the Milton Malsor village hall. Baby yoga helps develop babies' coordination, balance and digestion using a combination of massage, movements and holds.

Postnatal yoga will be incorporated as well as time to relax alongside your baby. Refre shments are included. Classes run on Wednesd ays at 9:45-11 am. Yogalise Pregnancy Yoga and Baby Massage classes are also available.

Contact info@yogalise.co.uk or call Veronica on 07814 605638 to book your place . www.yogalise.co.uk. P.41

Ashby Fields Dental Centre are part of the Dental Check by 1 campaign, encouraging baby dental check-ups before their first birthday.

The friendly dental team will ensure that your baby can be seen comfortably in your arms or on your lap. The more that babies visit and become familiar with the dental centre, the more comfortable they will feel. Dental check-ups are FREE on the NHS for all children.

For more information, call 01327 704493 to book your DCby1 appointment at Ashby Fields Dental Centre. P.35

Tots, Toys and Tea!

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Enjoy a cup of tea while you play with your little one at Tots, Toys and Tea, held at the Open Stage Performing Arts Company (Whitworth Rd, Northampton) on Tuesday afternoons from 2-3:30pm.

Packed with fun toys, activities and songs, these sessions are suitable for babies and pre-schoolers, and will give you the chance to socialise with other parents while your children play. Tots, Toys and Tea is supervised by a qualified ISTD teacher.

For more information or to book your place, visit www.bookwhen.com/openstage. P.41 & 46 6 April-June 2019 Toddle About

With many of us increasingly aware of how important it is to eat healthy, nutritious food and get our recommended daily quota of vitamins and minerals, supplements can be a great option.

Mama's Select is one of the fastest growing food supplement and health companies for mums and babies in the UK. They specialise in high-quality, natural vitamin and supplement formulas to help with breastfeeding, pregnancy and early childhood development. For more information, visit www.mamasselect.co.uk. P.24 The

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Most babies learn best when they see, hear, feel, touch, taste and smell.

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Baby massage classes run by a qualified nurse and Independent Health Visitor.

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Our multi-award winning classes will introduce your baby (or babies) to a world of sensory delights, where you can relax, spend quality time with each other and enjoy meeting other new parents.

For Daventry/Silverstone/Banbury classes: Call: Nikki Jones on 07714 205380 Email: banbury@babysensory.co.uk Classes: Wednesday, Daventry Leisure Centre For Northampton classes: Call: Sarah on 07512 469881 Email: northampton@babysensory.co.uk Classes: Tuesday, Milton Malsor Village Hall and Wednesdays, Boughton Village Hall.

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Tuesday: Hunsbury Library Wednesday: Brixworth Library NEW! Classes coming soon to Earls Barton

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Private group and 1:1 classes available.

For more info or to book, contact Leveta: on 07580 320228 or leveta.lawson@gmail.com

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RUSH 2The DEN is an independent children’s centre run by DBS checked volunteers with childcare experience and qualifications.

Babies, tots and young children can enjoy a selection of activities available as a drop-in basis during the week - no need to book! We are open from 9.15am to 2.45pm for you to drop in at a time convenient for you. Our full timetable of sessions can be found on our website, it includes:

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Get Ready to Tackle Rugbytots!

If your child is interested in rugby or would like to try something new, it’s time to let them burn off some energy at Rugb ytots, a rugby play programme for boys and girls aged two to seven years old. The Rugbytots classes are dynamic and fun, encouraging children to develop key motor skills, spatial awar eness and team work skills. Classes run throughou t the year and there are free taster sessions avail able.

For more information, visit www.rugb ytots.co.uk or email vince@rugbytots.co.uk. P.51

New Aqualight Lessons Aqualight baby and toddler swimming lessons are now being offered at Sedgebrook Hall (near Pitsford). Running on Tuesday and Friday mornings for children aged 0-3, these classes join Aqualight’s existing venues across Northampton and Daventry.

Aqualight helps your child to swim, be safe and have fun in the water. Use your Toddle About voucher (see centre pages) to claim a free trial class.

Visit www.aqualight.co.uk for more info. P.5 & 45

Relax with Reflexology Reflexology can help to relax the body and mind, improve sleep and boost mood and energy levels.

Marie from Anchor Reflexology provides affordable reflexology treatments for busy mums and mums-to-be. The cosy treatment room in Milton Malsor is the ideal place to relax and unwind, or you can request a mobile treatment.

Marie also runs Tiny Toes Baby Reflexology and Massage classes to help parents connect with their babies and learn techniques to calm their babies naturally. For more information, visit www.anchorreflexology.co.uk or email anchorreflexology@gmail.com. P.24

First Aid Classes for Parents Daisy First Aid provides baby and child first aid awareness classes for parents and families.

The informal two-hour classes are designed to give parents the skills and confidence to know what to do in situations that require first aid. This includes head injuries, fevers, burns, seizures and emergency situations, such as choking, anaphylaxis, resuscitation and recovery positions. The classes can be held privately in your own home or by attending an organised class.

All classes are £25 per person. For more information, visit www.daisyfirstaid.com. P.24

Developmental drama classes Abbi Williams runs developmental drama classes for children and teenagers aged five to 17 years. The classes are held in Northampton, Wellingborough and Long Buckby. Abbi is passionate about building students’ communication skills for life through lesson plans written by experts in self-development. Her classes encourage children to build confidence, creativity, communication, language and performance skills, and they run in line with the school term, with term three being the production term. For more information, visit www.helenogrady.co.uk or email northampton@helenogrady.co.uk. P.44

Newborn animals at Mini Meadows Farm Spring has sprung at Mini Meadows Farm with the arrival of many adorable baby animals. Come and meet the lively lambs and give them a bottle of milk and watch gorgeous goat kids jumping around. The very beautiful and cute Highland calves - Molly and Morag - are settling in and ready to meet you too. Plus, there are chicks and ducklings due to hatch any day!

Open daily 10am-5pm. £5 entry (under-twos free). www.minimeadowsfarm.com. P.17 8 April-June 2019 Toddle About

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Have you ever asked yourself why some children’s lives are filled with satisfaction and happiness whilst others experience frustration and despair? Or why some children succeed and others struggle?

IS YOUR CHILD AN ORCHID OR A DANDELION? Following twenty-five years of revolutionary research, Dr Tom Boyce, one of the world’s foremost doctors in paediatric health reveals in his new book that children are either orchids or they’re dandelions. Some children (like orchids) are more sensitive and susceptible to their surroundings, while others (like dandelions) are more likely to be hardy and resilient, able to thrive easily regardless of the conditions around them.

If you answer yes to more than half of the statements then it’s likely that your child is an orchid child. Here are three ways that you can help your child to flourish: Learn when to push, and not push your child. Every child needs encouragement and to be challenged in order to develop but for orchid children this is a fine and delicate line to tread. Find the balance between measured protection and emboldened exposure.

Dr Boyce suggests that by better understanding more sensitive children and the adults they become, parents have the potential to make a positive lasting difference on their lives.

Create a space in which your child is encouraged to express thoughts and feelings. This could be ensuring that each child has equal opportunity to speak at the dinner table by passing around a ‘talking stick’ or similar. This physical object gives each family member a guarantee that their thoughts and opinions will be heard and empowers the orchid child to speak and express, as well as fostering an environment where orchids and dandelions alike are sensitive to these feelings.

If you are wondering whether your child might be an orchid, take a look at these statements to see which resonate: Your child finds it difficult to handle simple critique and disapproval, but generally responds positively to gentle correction Your child seems to think of unusual solutions to problems that their siblings or peers would probably not have devised

Sensitive, susceptible children have more powerful, influential responses to both negative, stressful circumstances and to positive, caring and supportive conditions.

Therefore, while all children need attention, orchid children will benefit more from parental time than their dandelion counterparts.

Your child can have a physical pain-like reaction to non-physical activity, such as social conflict resulting in stomach ache Your child feels things very strongly and is quick to display emotion Your child is affected by changes in the physical environment, e.g. lighting, sound, temperature

For further detail on these and more suggestions, read Dr Tom Boyce’s book, The Orchid and the Dandelion (Bluebird, £16.99). It is a profound and optimistic look at how we can better understand more sensitive children and how we can make a positive, lasting difference on their lives.

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MAKE THE MOST OF THE EASTER HOLIDAYS WITH THESE GREAT DAYS OUT & EVENTS

SHAKE OFF THOSE WINTRY BLUES AND ENJOY THE SPRING SUNSHINE WITH THESE FUN ACTIVITIES!

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Sat 6th - Mon 22nd April, Oh no! Wicky has lost his Easter eggs in the park, can you help Wicky find them? With nearly 147-acres worth of land, where could he have lost them? Join the quest this Easter and Wicky will reward you with a delicious treat!

Fri 19th - Mon 22nd April, 10am - 4pm Hold the cute chicks and ducklings, take part in the egg and spoon races and go on a bunny hunt. Get crafty and make a sock bunny, let the face painter transform you into your favourite animal and bottle feed the lambs.

Sat 6th - Thurs 18th April, 11am- 3pm Make a big muddy seed bomb, take aim and throw it as far as you can! Who can throw the furthest? You will be helping to get more types of wildflowers and plants growing in the paddock and parkland.

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Mon 8th - Sun 28th April, see website for times Come and join the Aquastars and Dizzy Duck for a jam packed schedule of Easter fun! From the classic bonnet making to Dizzy’s Easter egg hunt madness. There’s fun to be had by all and plenty of chocolate to be won!

Thurs 18th April, 1.15 – 2.15pm or 2.30 – 3.30pm Get creative at the Easter animals workshop. Your little one can make felt Easter eggs, chicks, bunnies and sheep – then go for a walk in the park to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Fri 19th April, 10am - 11.30am Join in the free Easter Eggsplorer Trail and meet the park’s Easter Bunny Wiggles for a special Easter treat.

Children are invited to design a colourful bonnet and bring it with them for a chance to win prizes in the Easter Bonnet Parade, starting at 10.30am.

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MINI BUNNY QUICHES No.1 parenting author and leading children’s cookery expert Annabel Karmel shares her top recipes for budding chefs.

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1. Preheat the oven to 180C Fan. Grease 6 size 1 ramekins with oil. Trim the tortilla wraps to 14cm diameter circles. Line the ramekins with the wraps, pushing them into the bases and up the sides.

2. Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a saucepan. Cook the onions for 10 minutes until soft. Spoon into the ramekins.

Sprinkle with the thyme. Season. Divide the Gruyere between the cases. Mix the eggs, cream and milk together in a bowl to make the custard then pour it on top. Bake for 20 minutes.

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3. Cut out the bunny ears from the remaining 2 wraps. Brush the ears with oil and place on a baking sheet. Bake alongside the ramekins for 8 minutes until golden.

4. When the custard is set, remove from the oven and inset the ears into the quiche. Decorate with carrot for the bunnies’ nose, chives for whiskers and spring onions for the eyes.

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Easter egg hunts are super fun for little ones, but rather than buying a basket for them to collect their goodies in, why not get crafty and make an Easter Cone with them?

These cute Easter Bunny and Chick Cones are easy peasy to make and are ideal for collecting hidden Easter treats and eggs from around the house and garden.

Alternatively, you could use them as party bags, or add a hole in each side and hang them up as a hiding place for Easter eggs!

How to Assemble 1. Download a printable PDF and print your Easter characters on thin card or paper: www.toddle.club/eastercones 2. Cut carefully around the edge then fold and score the tab.

3. Fold and stick the tab to the opposite side to form a cone. You can use sticky tape to do this so it is ready to decorate immediately.

4. Let your little ones loose with some pens, coloured stickers, felt shapes and pipe cleaners to make the faces of your chick and bunny and make them unique.

5. The cones are now ready to be filled with little treats from the Easter egg hunt!

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ATTACHMENT PARENTING:

IT MIGHT NOT BE WHAT YOU THINK IT IS Attachment Parenting is enveloped in confusion and opinion. It is often perceived as a fringe or extreme approach to parenting, though parents who practise it are simply following their instincts for attunement with their child. You may be practising it yourself without even realising it.

A Brief History Attachment Parenting International (API) was founded 25 years ago by Barbara Nicholson and Lysa Parker, in Nashville, Tennessee. They were mothers and teachers who noticed a growing need among students for greater family security and caregiver availability. They founded API to bring information and support to parents through a centralised collection of resources.

Today, the Attachment Parenting movement is well-established. Most parents recognise the power of touch, positive discipline and other Attachment Parenting practices. However, the essence of Attachment Parenting has been muddled. It is often confused with other parenting styles, such as permissive parenting (placing very few rules, expectations or demands on the child), helicopter parenting (like helicopters, parents ‘hover overhead’ to oversee every aspect of their child’s life) and natural parenting (based on a desire to live and parent responsively and consciously). API approaches parenting in ways that can be adapted by any parent with the goal and desire of helping children reach their fullest individual potential.

So What IS Attachment Parenting?

Attachment Parenting is an application of sensitive responsive parenting. Attachment Parenting is based in the practice of nurturing parenting methods that create strong emotional bonds, also known as secure attachment, between children and their parent(s).

Attachment quality is correlated with lifelong effects and often has a much more significant impact than people first assume. A person with a secure attachment is generally able to respond to stress

in healthy ways and establish more meaningful and close relationships. A person with an insecure attachment style may be more susceptible to stress and less healthy relationships. Insecurely attached individuals are at greater risk of mental health concerns, such as anxiety.

How parents develop a secure attachment in their child lies in the parent’s ability to fulfill that child’s need for trust, empathy and affection by providing consistent, loving, responsive care. By demonstrating healthy, positive relationship skills, the parent provides emotional scaffolding for the child to learn essential self-regulatory skills.

API’s Eight Principles of Parenting “API’s Eight Principles of Parenting” are designed to give parents tools to apply the concept behind Attachment Parenting. These tools guide parents as they incorporate fostering attachment into their parenting styles:

1 Prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and parenting It is important that parents do research into pregnancy care, childbirth choices and parenting styles. Childbirth without intervention shows the best start to the parent-infant bond. However, there are ways to modify the initial bonding experience for mothers who encounter complications.

2 Feed with love and respect

Research shows unequivocal evidence for breastfeeding for infants along with gentle weaning into nutritious food choices. The physiology of breastfeeding promotes a high degree of maternal responsiveness. In cases where breastfeeding is not possible, bottle-nursing (attentive bottle-feeding) should emulate the closeness of breastfeeding.

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3 Respond with sensitivity

This is viewed by many parents as the cornerstone to Attachment Parenting. It encompasses a timely response by a nurturing caregiver. Baby-training systems, such as ‘cry it out,’ are inconsistent with this principle. The foundation of responding with sensitivity in the early years prepares parents for parenting in the long-term by modelling respectfulness and kindness.

4 Provide nurturing touch

Parents who ‘wear’ their babies in a sling or body wrap are applying this principle. If your child doesn’t like going in a sling, other forms of nurturing touch can be achieved through massage, hugs, hand-holding and cuddling.

Every parent can incorporate attachment-minded techniques into their childrearing philosophy.

Moreover, whilst the basis of Attachment Theory is rooted in studies involving infants and toddlers, research in adult relationships is increasingly showing that attachment quality is an important feature of development and the effects persist over a lifetime. Children of all ages and developmental stages can benefit from parenting that takes attachment into account.

Attachment Parenting may be different, but not necessarily difficult Most parents who incorporate attachment-orientation into their parenting style comment that Attachment Parenting makes their lives smoother. It requires more time and energy than other parenting approaches during the infant stage, or the initial period of time if this approach is introduced to an older child, but it results in an easier relationship long-term because the parent and child are cooperating rather than engaging in power struggles. Even with infants, many families report more sleep and less crying – without sacrificing a parent’s sense of satisfaction – with breastfeeding, baby-wearing and co-sleeping.

5 Ensure safe sleep

Many parents share a bedroom with their young children. Those who exclusively breastfeed and who take necessary safety precautions may prefer to share their bed. However, this principle can be just as easily applied to crib-sleeping situations. The point is that parents should remain responsive to their children during sleep.

6 Use consistent and loving care

Secure attachment depends on continuity of care by a single, primary caregiver. Ideally, this is the parent.

However, if both parents work outside the home, this principle can be applied by ensuring that the child is being cared for by one long-term childcare provider who is responsive and empathic.

When it comes to a parent’s happiness, the role that parenting plays is a matter of subjectivity as well.

Attachment-minded parents are happy to give their children more attention than not.

7 Practice positive discipline

There has been a strong push against physical punishment in recent years, but research shows that all forms of punishment, including punitive timeouts, can be ineffective and harmful to psychological and emotional development. Parents are encouraged to teach by example and use non-punitive discipline techniques such as substitution, distraction, problem-solving and playful parenting. Rules should be implemented only to teach and guide the child as they develop their sense of moral responsibility.

8 Strive for personal and family balance

Attachment Parenting is a family-centred approach in that all members of the family have equal value.

Parents need balance between their parenting role and their personal life in order to continue exerting the energy and motivation needed to maintain a healthy relationship and to model healthy lifestyles for their children.

There is no single way within the eight principles to apply the attachment concept. Parents are advised to use what works, meaning that not every attachmentminded family must choose all of the parenting practices within a certain principle. For example, some families may prefer homebirths and midwives while others opt for birthing centres or hospitals. In the same way, most families strive to breastfeed, but there are fortunately alternatives when this cannot happen.

At its core, what differentiates Attachment Parenting from other childrearing approaches is understanding and intentionally applying evidenced-informed practices that support healthy secure attachment. API believes by helping parents shift to being close and responsive, we can raise secure, joyful and empathic children, strengthening families to create a more compassionate world.

So perhaps it’s not such an extreme approach after all.

This article was written by Attachment Parenting International. To find out more about Attachment Parenting, visit www.attachmentparenting.org The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of Toddle About.

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JUST SO FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES BIGGEST EVER PROGRAMME FOR ITS 10TH YEAR Now in its 10th year, Just So is an annual, weekend-long festival for children and families, offering astonishing arts, unique experiences and imaginative outdoor adventures like no other. The festival offers families the opportunity to step out of their day to day lives into a wonderland of world-class literature, arts, theatre, dance, music, comedy and creative pursuits.

Just So will have several exciting new areas for 2019. Be dazzled by the Fire Garden, a pyrotechnic marvel of light and heat, or delve into the Garden of Delight, a mysterious palace of secrets in a section of the Rode Hall Estate that has never been open to the festival audience before. The woods will be home to author talks, music workshops and night-time DJ sets in Wonderland, and the New Curiosity Shop will teach about art, animation, digital and journalism skills.

This three-day event in Cheshire boasts a wide variety of inspiring talent and family-friendly entertainment including magical storytellers, family comedians and musicians. Festival goers will love exploring the themed areas, including Roll Up, Roll Up, the circus-themed tent celebrating female circus acts; the Flamingo Lounge, encouraging dance and movement; the Ministry of Games, Games hosting party games and inspiring powers of dexterity and strategy; the Spellbound Forest and much more.

There will also be new locations for some favourite areas. Footlights, where you can dance like wild things to live bands, will move to the lakeside. So now you can watch the sun set over the water as you show off your best moves.

Whether you’ve been to Just So Festival before or not, 2019 is sure to be the biggest and best year yet! Take your family on a weekend to remember in the midst of this stunning four-acre woodland in Cheshire.

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By Ryan Howard

The arrival of a new baby is an exciting time.

However, for your older child, a new baby can be a dramatic life change. All of a sudden they aren’t the centre of attention at all times.

This new arrival seems to be mum and dad’s first priority, and doesn’t really do anything besides sleep, fill nappies and cry. It’s no surprise that this transition can be rocky.

Here are a few tips to help things go more smoothly.

Talk about the new baby ahead of time

It’s a good idea to start talking to your child about the new baby. While toddlers and young children may have trouble fully grasping the implications of a new sibling, at least it won’t be a complete surprise. It can help to point out different things around the house from time to time that the baby will use. For example, you might show your child a bassinet or crib and say this is where the the baby is going to sleep.

Sometimes concrete examples like this can really help.

One life altering change at a time please

The arrival of a new baby is a really big change. So, try to avoid putting your child through any other major changes at the same time. For example, if your child is going to be moving from a crib to a bed, it’s a good idea to make the move a few months before or after the arrival of your new bundle of joy. Too many changes all at once can be overwhelming.

A present from baby

It doesn’t hurt to get your child a new present from the baby to help ensure that they get off on the right foot. Toys are often a winning idea. Older kids might question how an infant was able to procure such a gift, but toddlers and younger children will just be excited and won’t give it a second thought.

Either way, a gift is likely to be well received. This present may also help make up for the fact that the baby is using your child’s old stroller, car seat, and toys all of a sudden as well.

Final thoughts

Sometimes kids embrace new siblings right away, and other times feelings of jealousy create a little friction. If your older child acts out a little and throws a tantrum here and there, try and be patient. Going through a change like this can be stressful, and young children sometimes have a tough time coping.

Give it a little time though, and sooner or later things will feel like they are back to normal for everyone.

A few books on the topic

Stop by the library and pick up a few books about new babies coming home to join a family.

These books will often feature a young boy or girl adjusting to life with a new sibling. Stories like this are a great way to help your little one absorb the message, and better mentally prepare for life with a baby in the house.

Ryan Howard runs SmartParentAdvice, a site that provides parenting advice for moms and dads. Ryan writes about all of the ups and downs of parenting, provides solutions to common challenges, and reviews products that parents need for babies and toddlers.

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Landing at Warwick Castle in April, the spectacular new show, The Falconer’s Quest, sees more than 70 birds take to the skies in what will be the UK’s biggest birds of prey show.

Marvel at the Castle’s archers in the Bowman Show. Weave your way through the Horrible Histories® Maze. Witness the firing of the Mighty Trebuchet.

Explore the sights, sounds and smells of medieval England in the immersive Kingmaker experience.

With so much to do at Warwick Castle, you will want to make a ‘knight’ of it by booking a short break, including a complimentary second day’s access, breakfast and overnight accommodation in a medieval-themed lodge.

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2 to 18 years A Nursery and Junior School experience unlike that offered anywhere else.

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Arts Activity Day Saturday 27 April 10am – 2.30pm (Girls aged 6-10 years) Early Years Fun Morning Saturday 27 April 10am – 12pm (Girls aged 1 to 5 years) Book your visit today: nhs.admissions@nhs.gdst.net | 01604 765765

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MAKING SCIENCE, T E C H N O L O G Y, ENGINEERING A N D M AT H S

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Children are truly amazing. They are born with a will to learn, they are innately curious, they love to explore, to discover, to create and to understand the world around them. With no bias or boundary.

In their early years, it is therefore very important to provide our children with activities and opportunities to learn all about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths). This early involvement will help to prepare them well for school and ultimately their future careers ahead.

STEM is so important in our world, so much of what we do, have and need is rooted in these areas and we should celebrate this with our children. Let’s get excited by STEM! Having fun with STEM activities both inside and outside may spark interests that you never knew your child had. Activities in STEM are a great way to develop thinking skills, problem-solving skills, investigation skills and encourage curiosity and creative thinking.

At Northampton High, we always use a variety of multi-sensory opportunities to promote STEM. From using light-boxes, growing food, building with a variety of materials and sorting and classifying objects there are always new ways to learn.

A great way to start is to gather a box of tools for investigation and experimentation - try adding a torch, a tape measure, a magnifying glass, a mirror.

Task your toddler with taking these to the park and see how they can use them to investigate what lurks under leaves and hides under twigs, how flowers grow to different sizes and how the world looks so different upside down.

See if they can help you to build a small shelter to fit a squirrel in or even a big one to fit themselves in!

Soon there will be no stopping the ideas and fun.

Have a go at home How can you help the dinosaur eggs hatch? The little dinosaurs are frozen in their eggs, how can we get them out as fast as possible? What happens if we use warm water on ice? What happens when we use salt? Can we bang them with our spoons? What is happening to the colours as the eggs melt?

Place a small dinosaur or other toy inside a balloon. Make as many as you like.

Fill the balloon to form a small ball shape with water and tie the balloon neck. If you like, add different food colouring to some of the eggs so that you have a variety of coloured eggs. You could add smells too, such as lemon or lime juice.

Freeze.

Remove from the freezer and cut off the balloon.

You will be left with small balls of ice.

Place the ice eggs in a bowl or on a tray.

Use pipettes, spoons, jugs or cups to pour warm water over the eggs. Sprinkle on some salt, rub them, tap them with a spoon, give them a good poke and prod.

Every time your child tries something new to melt the eggs, talk to them about what may happen, what they can see and how it feels.

Most importantly, keep everything fun and exciting and enjoy your time together as STEM detectives!

Written by Northampton High School. Everyone is welcome to visit any of their open events.

Please contact admissions on nhs.admssions@nhs.gdst.net to find out more.

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DAILY L ACTIVITY PLANNER LY YOUR LOCAL ‘WHAT’S ON GUIDE’ FOR FAMILIES WITH BUMPS - 5S IN NORTHAMPTON, DAVENTRY, TOWCESTER, BRACKLEY AND SURROUNDING AREAS. The Daily Activity Planner is your one stop shop for finding virtually any and all of the bump, baby & toddler groups and classes.

Visit the Toddle About website at www.toddle.club/activity-finder then simply enter your postcode to find the groups near you.

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Monday 10:00 - 10:45 (2-3yrs) 11:00 - 11:45 (under 2’s) 13:00 - 13:45 (3-4yrs) 14:00 - 14:45 (3-4yrs)

• Free play classes for under 3’s.

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FREE TASTER CLASS

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Tues & Weds 10:00 - 10:45 (2-3yrs) 11:00 - 11:45 (3-4yrs) 13:00 - 13:45 (3-4yrs) 14:00 - 14:45 (3-4yrs)

• Partake in our very own GymBugs award scheme which is closely linked to our after-school badges.

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Drop in 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm: £5 p/c. For under 5s.

Indoor classes for children 3-5yrs.

Classes run at Duston Sports Centre: Little Hitters classes (Tots and pre-school) Friday: 1.15-2.00pm & Sat: 12:15pm - 1pm Big Hitters classes (Reception/Year 1) Sat: 9am - 9:55am

To book a place, please ring 01604 660 585 www.ncaacgymnastics.com We look forward to seeing you! 56-58 Rothersthorpe Crescent,

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Family Sleep Consultant

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County Lawn Tennis Club

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