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The Importance of Risky Play in Childhood
Risky play gives children the chance to test their limits, build confidence and develop the skills they need to navigate the world. With thoughtful boundaries and supportive guidance, children learn to assess challenges safely while gaining resilience and independence.

Emma Christmas
Dec 7, 20252 min read


2 Year Old Development: Milestones, Behaviour and What to Expect
Discover what life is like for a two-year-old, from big emotions and growing independence to language, social and physical milestones. Learn how to support your toddler’s development with empathy, play and connection.

Emma Christmas
Nov 6, 20254 min read


7 Simple Play Activities for Babies Under 6 Months
Explore simple, age-appropriate baby play ideas for pre-weaning infants. Designed for babies under 6 months, these activities boost sensory skills, motor development and early learning while encouraging bonding. Try tummy time, puppet play and more - easy, safe and fun for you and your baby!

Emma Christmas
Sep 17, 20256 min read


4 Things It's Easy to Forget About Writing
Writing isn’t just about ideas - it starts with the body. Strong core, wrists, hands and fingers give your child the control, strength and coordination needed to write confidently. Activities like climbing, swinging, yoga and finger gyms make building these skills fun while improving posture, grip and letter formation. Start early and help your child develop the foundation for legible, effortless handwriting.

Emma Christmas
Mar 1, 20232 min read


Learning to write, play sports and put a seatbelt on all have this in common...
Recently we learned all about how the shoulder plays a HUGE part in our ability to write but here’s another handy insight for you. It's...

Emma Christmas
Feb 20, 20231 min read


Is your child moving for 3 hours a day?
That’s the NHS guideline for our youngest children. If you're thinking, 'yep they're moving, they're tearing the house apart from dawn...

Emma Christmas
Jan 29, 20233 min read


Do we REALLY have to play outside?
5 reasons why playing outside is more important than just getting fresh air.

Emma Christmas
Jan 18, 20231 min read


How to Help Your Child Write WITHOUT Picking up a Pencil
How to help your child develop the necessary shoulder strength and control to aid their writing.

Emma Christmas
Jan 2, 20232 min read
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