Posts From Daniel Shepherd
Quiet activities to replace naptime
All toddlers eventually grow out of naptime but this doesn’t have to spell the end of that late afternoon period of peace. Here we explore the ‘quiet time’ activities that… read more…
The benefits of offering kids a choice
Enabling your child to make decisions about parts of their own day is a brilliant way to instil a sense of self-confidence and independence in them. Feeling in control is… read more…
How to raise a critical thinker
Teaching your little one to think critically can make their day-to-day life much more manageable, while also setting them up for future success. Critical thinking is perhaps the most fundamental… read more…
Helping children navigate collective stress
In times of shared trauma, parents need tools to help children navigate emotions. Clinical psychologist Dr. Lauren Smith shares her insights with us. As human beings, we exist within social… read more…
Six habits for better wellbeing
Tackling wellness holistically is a surefire way to feel good. Here are the six essential areas to focus on if you want to improve your general health as a parent…. read more…
When to worry about your child’s snoring
Children can be active sleepers, prone to moving around the bed at night and making some noise. However, sometimes excessive snoring can be a sign of a deeper sleep issue…. read more…
How to make a sustainable packed lunch
Sustainability is more important than ever. Making a more eco-friendly packed lunch for children is one way to make sure we’re looking after the world they are going to inherit…. read more…
A look at Green Grass Nursery
Located in Jumeirah, Green Grass Nursery is a bilingual nursery that offers a high-quality education to children between one and five years old. With years of experience as early education… read more…
Inside Victory Heights primary school
We take a look at all that Victory Heights Primary School has to offer your child. Victory Heights Primary School is a true community focused primary school, based in the… read more…
The power of saying “Yes, and…”
Certain sentences are particularly useful to parents. Here, we look at how “Yes, and..” could help your family’s interactions. Parenting is a journey filled with challenges, triumphs and the everyday… read more…
