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5 Simple Skincare Basics For Parents Who Don’t Have Time
What kind of skincare routine can you fit in as busy parents? We’re joined by Jasmine Wicks-Stephens, founder of Faace.
9 Fun Lunar New Year Activities For Your Toddler
Looking for toddler activities this Lunar New Year?. From Paper drums, to puppet shows and stories to tell: we’ve got you covered
Being told your child has autism -This is family
“I’m a talker, I wear my heart on my sleeve. But when you suspect your child has autism – and don’t yet know – it can be hard to talk about. You don’t want to give them a label, especially if your suspicions are wrong!”
Adopting a child with trauma – This is family
“The light bulb moment when our son realises he’s safe and loved after experiencing triggers -you can’t wipe that smile off my face. The distance that was created by trauma is healed. It’s a magical moment.”
Raising children in the climate crisis – This is family
“So, how to teach our children about their civil rights, their fragile future, the climate crisis and equip them with the life skills they may need in the event of societal collapse without panicking them and taking away their innocent childhoods?”
-Holly Cullen-Davies
IVF at 40: Our journey – This is family
“Fast forward five years with many fails and two miscarriages, we were now with our fourth clinic… Inside I was more affected than I thought. I was still holding on to a lot of grief.”
We don’t fit in a box – This is family
“Our family isn’t an unusual set up – not these days anyway. I just don’t really know what to call us. I don’t know what box we fit in. But then, all families are made up of people, and people don’t really fit in boxes, do they?”
-Anna Halsall
My PND recovery: Talking, tea and tambourines
One mum opens up about PND and her journey to recovery. She hopes others will feel less alone and know that if she can recover they can too
PND, PTSD and postnatal anxiety – This is family
“I was so worried that if I told people, they would take my son away. ” Lisa shares her experiences with PND, PTSD and Postnatal Anxiety
Find your tribe!
Loneliness is something that so many new mums (and dads) can feel. And it can be a huge factor in contributing to PND. Which is why, here at Happity, we want to create an easy way for parents to connect and find friendship and support.
9 ways to support someone through PND
Effective ways to support someone you love through postnatal depression (PND). How to help them through and on their way to recovery
Dads are not babysitters and other dad blunders
Dads are not babysitters! Find out why saying that they are gets new dad Stu’s goat! In this month’s Diary of a first time dad
9 easy Easter crafts for toddlers
Super cute Easter crafts you’d be hopping mad not to try. From egg box bunnies to chirpy chicks – all perfect Easter crafts for toddlers
3 cheap and easy dinner recipes for busy grown-ups
Meraymi returns to write for the Happity blog, and has been kind enough share some cheap and easy dinner recipes. Hope you’re hungry!
Breastfeeding tips for new mums – This is family
Anita shares with us twelve breastfeeding tips for new mums. They are things she’s learnt, and are accessible for anyone about to embark on this chapter.
Bundlee review – A mum’s experience renting baby clothes
Babies outgrow clothes so fast it can be hard to keep up! It quickly can get very expensive! A genius rental service is trying to change that. Meet Bundlee.
The impact of the pandemic on new parents
Two year’s since the first lockdown and the pandemic has had a huge impact on new parents. A new report highlights the government’s response
The war in Ukraine: What you can do to help
Ways that you can help families and people affected by the war in Ukraine, including how to help your children if they are worried
Baby’s first teeth -Reality bites – and bites hard!
When teething bites! A diary of a new dad who wasn’t prepared for the drama, the exhaustion (and the nappies) of his baby’s first teeth!
Matteo Arrived Early- This Is Family
Meraymi Ibrahim shares with us her experiences of having a premature birth. Find out where you can find support if you are dealing with a similar situation.