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The Lullaby Trust has restated the importance of following safer sleep guidelines in response to news reports about a new study which investigates possible causes of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).  

As the weather brightens up, it is more important than ever to ensure that your child is protected from the sun. Choosing the right sunscreen for your child can be tricky – they may have sensitive skin, or you might not be with them during the day to help with re-application.  

We put so much energy into empathising with our children, giving them space to play, to  create and to learn. We allow them to get things wrong. We encourage and embrace their emotions. We support them on the tough days. We share their wins and we love them unconditionally.  

In 2021, Researchers from the University of Bristol published a study of the development of humour from birth to 47 months. 

Great quick, easy meals or snacks on the go! 

Research has found that there is a cognitive link between counting skills and the ability to share in young children.  

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star is a classic for a reason! It is likely that someone sang Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star with you as a baby or young child. This is a song that works well as a bedtime lullaby, or at any other time of day.  

Loneliness is a feeling many of us are familiar with, and is the focus of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week, which runs this week. 

Tiddler, by Julia Donaldson

Tiddler is the story of a little fish who is having a big problem – he can’t stop telling tales! His tall tales land him in trouble with his teacher, and the other fish at school, especially when he is late every day.  

Sharing songs with your baby can support their development across many areas. Small babies may enjoy watching you, following your movements with your eyes and listening to the sounds that you make. They might even show that they are enjoying this by moving their bodies in excitement.