A recent study conducted by the University of Nottingham has concluded that children aged 0-5 years are at a higher…
How creative are you with your child?
I’m pretty relaxed with my child’s behaviour in general. If I see him play with a cup of water and…
Musings of a Kurdish Mother…
I’m in sync. That’s a huge achievement. It’s not being in control of the situation, but being able to have…
Exhausted? Hello toddler years!
It’s been a while since I last blogged. I started out quite eager and enthusiastic. It was thrilling to think…
Let’s talk: societal expectations
Increasingly women are somewhat forced socially to become “super-women”, where they’re pressurised into multi-tasking beyond their capacity.
The struggles of Motherhood
In most Kurdish families, and by large in Kurdistan, when a woman gets married, children are expected. Those who are…
The “right time” to try for a second baby
In some parts of the world, babies just happen. They’re not planned, but spontaneously couples decide to “do it”. The…
Survival guide to weekend trips with children
There should be a survival book, not guide, written about how to handle weekend trips with children. You might be…
Winter essentials for your baby!
Winter has arrived in all its glorious rainy days, and clouded joys. Here’s a list of essential items for winter…
Must-have toddler toys and Eco-friendly toys
Here’s a list of must-have toddler toys, you can find them in most toy-stores in Hewler, and Erbil (for those based in Kurdistan) and the major baby retail stores have variations of these available.
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