Mother, Baby & Child Magazine - February 2024

In this issue

I hope you’re looking forward to Valentine’s Day! This is an occasion that can be marked in so many different ways, but the one thing they all have in common is LOVE! Whether that means a beautiful dinner with someone special, a relaxing afternoon tea with friends or an indulgent spa day for two - you’ll find some fun ideas on page 48...

SIX HABITS FOR BETTER WELLBEING

Tackling wellness holistically is a surefire way to feel good. Here are the six essential areas to focus on if you want to improve your general health.

5 mins

WHEN TO WORRY ABOUT YOUR CHILD'S SNORING

Children can be active sleepers, prone to moving around the bed at night and making some noise. However, sometimes excessive snoring can be a sign of a deeper sleep issue.

4 mins

HOW TO MAKE A SUSTAINABLE PACKED LUNCH

Sustainability is more important than ever. Making a more eco-friendly packed lunch for children is one way to make sure we're looking after the world they are going to inherit.

3 mins

THE RISE OF HOLISTIC LIVING: DUBAI'S TRANSFORMATIONAL WELLNESS SCENE

We sat down with Jessica Casalegno, director at Dryp, to talk about the many practices available to mothers who want to improve their wellbeing.

4 mins

HELPING CHILDREN NAVIGATE COLLECTIVE STRESS

In times of shared trauma, parents need tools to help children navigate emotions. Clinical psychologist Dr. Lauren Smith shares her insights with us.

6 mins

HOW TO RAISE A CRITICAL THINKER

Teaching your little one to think critically can make their day-to-day life much more manageable, while also setting them up for future success.

5 mins

THE BENEFITS OF OFFERING KIDS A CHOICE

Enabling your child to make decisions about parts of their own day is a brilliant way to instil a sense of self-confidence and independence in them.

2 mins

QUIET ACTIVITIES TO REPLACE NAPTIME

All toddlers eventually grow out of naptime but this doesn’t have to spell the end of that late afternoon period of peace. Here we explore the quiet time’ activities that can replace napping.

4 mins

WILLS AND INHERITANCE: THE MOST IMPORTANT PARENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

We spoke with Samara Iqbal, solicitor, director and founder of Aramas International Lawyers, about what parents need to think about when it comes to arranging their will.

2 mins

NAVIGATING PARENTALANGER

Raising a child has its ups and downs, and sometimes it’s hard not to let frustration get the better of you. How can you best manage these emotions as a parent?

2 mins

WHY ACTIVE LEARNING MATTERS

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, most parents are usually on the look-out for new ways to enrich their child's learning experience. Active learning could be the way forward.

2 mins

APEEK INSIDE THE UAE'S MOST ANTICIPATED RESORT

The long-awaited Anantara Mina AI Arab Ras AI Khaimah Resort is now open and promises to be the perfect destination for your next big family getaway.

3 mins

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Mother, Baby & Child is your partner in parenting in the UAE. With you every step of the way, from pre-conception, to pregnancy and giving birth, as well as baby and toddler, leading up to the pre-teen years. www.motherbabychild.com