Anne Stonehouse is an early childhood education consultant. She has seen what works best for children in early learning settings, which is why she believes that the relationship between carer and educator is so important. Anne explains how parents can work with their educators, even when they feel pushed for time.

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What is the easiest way to teach a child mindfulness? Clinical psychologist Shona Innes worked with children for many years before trying her hand at picture books. The resulting series is known as the Big Hug Books, and one of them, Your mind is like a garden, is all about teaching children the benefits and skills of mindfulness. Shona explains why mindfulness is important for children, and the simplest ways to help them do it.

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• Resettling a six-month-old jet setter
• Getting sleep rhythms right for a five-and-a-half-month-old
• Day naps for a 12-month-old
• Weaning baby number one when you want to have baby number two
• Helping a 15-week-old with eczema
• Getting a six-month-old to give up the nipple
• Sorting out sleep patterns for a six-month-old

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What works best with parenting? Law or full-time writing? Jaclyn Moriarty has done both. She talks about careers and motherhood, her love of Roald Dahl and her latest book Gravity is the Thing.

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You may think a new parent needs cute little onesies or an 'educational' toy that will make their baby a genius. Jenny Ghobrial is an entrepreneur who understands that sometimes what new parents need most is to be able to pay their bills. She started Bill Fairies as a way for friends and family to gift their loved ones some peace of mind. She talks about her inspiration, and explains how Bill Fairies works.

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