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Black History Month: A Q&A with Laura Henry-Allain MBE

October marks Black History Month in the UK, and this year’s theme, ‘Honouring our Communities’, feels close to home. Community is at the heart of N Family Club and this year, we’re celebrating it thr...

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Early childhood vision: A Q&A with Dr Vijay Tailor-Hamblin

Parenting

Our eyes do much more than simply help us see. During the first few years of life, vision is developing rapidly and plays an important part in how chi...

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Understanding the WHY behind behaviour

Parenting

Understanding the WHY behind behaviour A toddler throws their cup because it is the wrong colour. A child pushes another child away during play. A si...

A child cuts strawberries while an adult sets a plate on a grid tablecloth next to a pan of lasagna.

A guide to: Portion sizes

Parenting

Mealtimes are about so much more than just fuelling busy days. They are a time for discovery, conversation, and coming together as a family. At N, we ...

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Children's water safety: staying safe in and around water this summer

Parenting

Warmer days mean paddling pools in the garden, splashing at the beach and trips to the local pool. Water play is one of summer's simple joys, and with...

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Heat rash in toddlers: how to spot it and settle it fast

Parenting

Tiny bumps after a hot night can look alarming. Heat rash in toddlers usually does no harm and clears within days. Cool your child gently and avoid pr...

Two toddlers playing with a water pump and buckets in an outdoor sand and water play area.

Children's summer activities: a guide for family fun

Parenting

Summer brings longer days, lighter evenings and more chances for children to explore, play and learn. For families wondering, “What can we do today?” ...

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Healthy feet, happy steps: A guide to early childhood foot health

Parenting

Feet are the foundation of everything. The way a child's feet develop affects how they walk, stand, posture, and even their confidence. In the first f...

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Why inclusion matters: celebrating Pride Month in early years education

Parenting

Our commitment at N to preparing children for life in the modern world means creating an environment that is open-minded, welcoming, and entirely unpr...

Two children sit at a checkered table with lasagna, salad, and strawberries; one mixes food, the other cuts fruit.

How to encourage children to eat more vegetables (and enjoy them too!)

Parenting

Many families know the scene well: cucumber is loved on Monday, rejected by Wednesday, and anything green is suddenly treated with deep suspicion. Fo...