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Swing by for family fun with NCT

Swing by for family fun with NCT Fancy a great day out with the kids? NCT, the UK’s largest charity for parents, has plenty of jungle fun in store for your little monkeys. Bring them along to your nearest Cheeky Monkeys Tea Party and help raise money...

Published Mon, May 09 2011 7:06 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers

Plain Biscuits ala Carla

Plain Biscuits ala Carla What you need: 225g self-raising flour Pinch of salt 150g butter 100g caster sugar 1 beaten egg What to do: Put flour and salt in bowl Rub in the butter til mix is like breadcrumbs Add sugar * Add egg and mix to a very soft dough...

Published Wed, Apr 13 2011 12:25 PM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Yummy Recipes, Homemade Gift Ideas, Religious Holidays, easy biscuits recipe, Easter cookies, cookie recipe

Mother’s Day- April 3rd

Mother’s Day is an annual holiday that recognizes mothers and motherhood and is set aside so that families can show their appreciation and gratitude for their mothers. When is Mothering Sunday (Mother’s Day)? Mothering Sunday is always the...

Published Fri, Mar 18 2011 12:40 PM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Special Events, Celebrations, Mother's Day, Flowers and mother's day

Reading with Toddlers

Reading aloud is also an important way to help children make the transition from babyhood to toddlerhood. Experts recommend reading to toddlers as often as possible, striving for at least one scheduled reading time each day. Choosing regular times to...

Published Fri, Jan 28 2011 3:00 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Food for Thought, Child Development, Educational Fun and Games, Communication, reading

Encouraging Your Toddler to Read

Little children love books… so take advantage of their natural interest and get them into the habit of reading . Here’s a quick guide to getting them started. Encouraging Your Toddler Read a variety of books to your toddler. Toddlers enjoy...

Published Thu, Jan 27 2011 2:57 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers

Australia Day- 26th January

Australia Day, celebrated on the 26 January, is the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet of 11 convict ships from Great Britain. It also marks the the raising of the Union Jack at Sydney Cove by its commander Captain Arthur Phillip, in 1788....

Published Wed, Jan 26 2011 2:55 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers

3 Christmas Scent Recipes

There is nothing as wonderful as walking into a home literally smelling of Christmas! These can even be used as a gift-in-a-jar present and are cheaper then buying Christmas oils for burners. If you can’t spare a burner on your hob to keep these...

Published Mon, Dec 20 2010 12:13 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Special Events, Yummy Recipes, Christmas decorations to make

Warm Spiced Cider

This is especially for all those enjoying the snow and who need something to keep them warm on those chilly nights…And it makes a nice alternative to mulled wine. What you need: 2 litres apple cider 1 teaspoon whole cloves 1 teaspoon allspice (not...

Published Fri, Dec 17 2010 11:46 PM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Special Events, Yummy Recipes, christmas drinks, christmas recipes

Quick Christmas Fruitcake

This is a really quick Christmas Cake for all of us who are rushed off our feet and haven’t found the time to do the Traditional “thing” — or couldn’t be bothered with the tons of ingredients that go in to the traditional...

Published Fri, Dec 17 2010 6:57 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Special Events, Yummy Recipes, Christmas cake recipe, christmas recipes

Festive Egg Nog

I suppose this one is really for the grownups — although you could substitute brandy essence for the real thing! What you need: 6 large eggs, separated 150 g sugar 250 ml rum 1 litre 100% cream milk 250 ml fresh cream 125 ml brandy What to do: Beat...

Published Thu, Dec 16 2010 6:56 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Yummy Recipes, eggnog recipe, christmas drinks

More Christmas Decorating Ideas

If our last list of ideas wasn’t enough to get you started, here are some more! 25 more fabulous decorating ideas! Wrap an empty flower pot with bright Christmas wrapping paper inside and out. Tie a ribbon around the pot. Fill with sweets or nuts...

Published Wed, Dec 15 2010 7:37 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Special Events, Art and Craft Activities, Creativity & Self-expression, Christmas decorations to make, christmas decoration ideas, decorating with kids

Christmas Decorating Ideas

Here are some great Christmas decorating ideas to make this Christmas just that more special for your kids and family. 19 fun festive and fabulous ideas for making your home magical this Christmas! Fill a small glass bowl or decorative Christmas bowl...

Published Tue, Dec 14 2010 6:39 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Special Events, Art and Craft Activities, Creativity & Self-expression, decorations ideas, christmas decoration ideas, decorating with kids

Christmas Cinnamon Ornaments

The kiddies will love making these in all sizes and shapes. They smell really great and look gorgeous on your tree…and if anyone is really starving after Christmas lunch, they can attack your tree! 1 cup Applesauce puree 1 oz (30g) Ground Cinnamon...

Published Mon, Dec 13 2010 5:50 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Special Events, Yummy Recipes, tree ornaments, Art and Craft Recipes, homemade ornaments

Brilliant Brownies in a Jar

For all chocolate lovers and reluctant bakers…this brownie mix is such a lovely gift to give at Christmas! What you need: 2-1/4 cups white sugar 2/3 cup cocoa 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon...

Published Sun, Dec 12 2010 6:22 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, home made gifts, edible gifts, gift ideas

Scottish Shortbread Mix in a Jar

What would Christmas be without some genuine Scottish Shortbread to nibble on? Here is a delicious shortbread mix to prepare in advance and give as gifts this Christmas! What you need: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup powdered sugar (caster sugar...

Published Sat, Dec 11 2010 6:16 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Special Events, Yummy Recipes, home made gifts, edible gifts, gift ideas

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Swing by for family fun with NCT

Plain Biscuits ala Carla

Mother’s Day- April 3rd

Reading with Toddlers

Encouraging Your Toddler to Read

Australia Day- 26th January

3 Christmas Scent Recipes

Warm Spiced Cider

Quick Christmas Fruitcake

Festive Egg Nog

More Christmas Decorating Ideas

Christmas Decorating Ideas

Christmas Cinnamon Ornaments

Brilliant Brownies in a Jar

Scottish Shortbread Mix in a Jar