It’s no surprise to parents that children love anything messy or sticky. Whether that be splashing in the bath, squishing their meals through their fingers, or jumping in muddy puddles outside. However, can any of this be beneficial to their development? The answer, yes! Not only does messy play provide a fun activity for the […]
It’s almost that time of year again, when everyone is at home spending some quality time together. You may be wondering how you’re going to keep everyone entertained during this time, but don’t worry, we’ve come up with some fun DIY/craft activities below! Reindeer Christmas Cards Using some brown paint (just mix red and blue […]
We’re officially in cold and flu season, and it’s almost a given that either yourself or your child will catch a cold at some point this winter. Although there’s no method of avoiding all sickness bugs, there are some things you can do to help keep them at bay over the colder months. 1.Know the […]
We’re officially on the countdown to Christmas, and that can only mean one thing – it’s time to bring out the festive activities! There’s so many fun and colourful ways to get the kids involved in Christmas DIYs, however our favourite here at Shine are these melting snowman biscuits. You can choose to make your […]
Whether you have a fussy eater in your household, or you would just like a few more go-to recipes to add to your repertoire; the below recipes will be a hit with all of the family. 1. Breakfast Egg Muffins These easy breakfast muffins are a great way of getting your kids to eat veg, […]
The 6-month mark is an exciting time for both baby and parents alike. Not only is your little one starting to hit those all-important milestones, but they’re also getting ready to explore the sights, smells and taste of food for the first time! When it comes to weaning, there are typically two approaches; spoon-fed and […]