We’ve gathered our best blogs, support articles and parenting podcasts to support you. We’ve also kept the EasyPeasy parenting app free, which means you’ve got access to hundreds of play ideas and developmental games when you need them! These sit alongside tips and suggestions on bringing calm and connection to daily routines, like bath or bedtime.
Games and ideas for little ones aged 0-5yrs
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Family lockdown: 11 ideas for keeping your children (and you!) sane
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Fun indoor games for kids: Here are ideas for banishing boredom and keeping little ones entertained without relying on constant screen time!
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How to Create Fun Play Activities Through Up-cycling!: We've compiled seven home play ideas for toddlers and preschoolers, which are also planet-friendly
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Household chores will change your child's life - here's how!: Kids who help around the house are more likely to become successful adults. Sounds too good to be true? It's not
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The ultimate learning tools for your little ones!: If you’re looking for extra play ideas which don't take up too much time and are based on early years foundation milestones, we've gathered together useful resources in this blog.
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What to Play With Your Baby At 0-6 Months: Tips and ideas on what you can do with your baby to help their brain reach its full potential.
Parent wellbeing blogs
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Mental health for new parents: New parents in lockdown face unique challenges. We’ve covered tips and ideas for supporting your well-being.
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Mental health 101: Have you stopped to check in on you? How are you coping with everything this year? We’ve spoken to some families to pull together tips on how real families are strategising and what coping mechanisms they are putting in place.
Parenting support
Reaching out is a sign of strength. Whether it's via chat forums like Netmums or more dedicated helplines, support really makes a difference. For more ideas, check out these helplines open for you.
Family Lives offers a confidential and free helpline service for families in England and Wales. Call 0808 800 2222 for emotional support, information, advice and guidance on any aspect of parenting and family life.
The Samaritans offer confidential emotional support 24 hours a day. Call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org.uk
For support in a personal crisis, Text Shout to 85258. Shout can help with urgent issues such as suicidal thoughts, abuse or assault and relationship challenges.
PANDAS Foundation UK: https://www.pandasfoundation.org.uk
Free online baby classes: https://www.youtube.com/c/sophiepickles/
Free antenatal classes and support: https://www.instagram.com/happyparents.happybaby/
Antenatal and postnatal support: https://www.nct.org.uk/
Find local mum friends: https://www.instagram.com/mummy_buddy/