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Keep skin nourished this winter season
Frosty mornings, hot water bottles, layers and dry skin. The cold winter season is well underway and this chilly weather can wreak havoc on our skin, leaving it tight and dry, but using nourishing and moisturising products can help to avoid this. Incorporating Colief®...
Top pancake recipes to try with your kids this Shrove Tuesday!
It might seem a tad early but pancake day will be upon us before we know it. Take a look at our top pancake recipes below, so you’re ready to get flipping in a couple of weeks! Tasty and nutritious - If you’re looking for a tasty recipe that doesn’t compromise your...
Battle the Winter Blues with Colief®
Tips to help navigate a healthy & happy 2024 for you and your family this Parent Mental Health Awareness Day and beyond You may or may not be aware that today, Saturday 27th January, marks Parent Mental Health Awareness day. As parents we’re constantly worrying...
The best family Christmas activities to try this year
Whilst the festive period can of course be overwhelming at times, as parents the joy of seeing your little ones’ faces light up as they experience the excitement of Christmas makes it all worthwhile. To save you a little extra time this Christmas, we’ve pulled...
Colief Vitamin D 3 Drops
December means we’ve officially entered the winter season, so what better time to start thinking about the sunshine vitamin for immune support - Vitamin D. Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that plays a vital role in maintaining healthy bones and supporting immune...
Homemade Christmas Decoration – the best DIY Christmas Decoration ideas for an elegant but budget friendly home
December has arrived and, whether you like it or not, Christmas is right around the corner. If you’re looking to get in the festive spirit then, you’re in luck! We’ve pulled together a list of the best DIY Christmas decoration ideas that will turn your house into an...
Make sure you’re ready for the spooky season with our top tips for carving the perfect pumpkin this Halloween
You might be thinking, pumpkin carving, how hard can it be? But trust us, if you want the best-looking pumpkins on the street, you’re going to want to save these tips for later! Choosing the right pumpkin - it might sound simple but choosing your pumpkin...
New Multibiotic Drops from Colief – For a happy gut
Last month we unveiled some brand new research that explored how many people in the UK are aware that what they themselves are eating during pregnancy and indeed if they are breastfeeding will have a long-term impact on their infant’s future health and development....
Tips for embracing the autumn season
And just like that summer is over! Some late September sunshine kept us all hanging on (and rightly so with a severe lack of it this summer), but we’ve certainly noticed the change in weather, not to mention the steadily decreasing daylight, over the past two...
Back to School with Colief
Top outdoor activities for you and the family this summer Happy summer holidays! School is out and so is the sun – so what better way to celebrate than with some fun activities to keep you and your family entertained this summer. We’ve pulled together our top outdoor...
Get gardening this summer! Tips and advice on getting your kids gardening and the many benefits
Hurrah, some sunnier weather at last! And, whilst we all know being outside is good for us, with little ones around it can be easy to run out of fun outside games and activities to keep them interested and entertained.Gardening has a whole host of splendid benefits...
Fun Easter themed games to keep the whole family entertained this Easter
Spring has officially sprung and longer brighter days aren’t the only thing we’re looking forward to as we turn the corner into April…Easter holidays! Not only does Easter bring lots of chocolate, but lots of free time to entertain the children too. If you’re looking...
How a parent or caregiver can cope with having a colicky baby
Having a colicky baby is exhausting, anxiety inducing and can contribute to postnatal mental health problems for new parents in the postnatal period. Colic, whilst incredibly challenging for parents to experience, is not harmful and there is no evidence to suggest any...
How to use Colief Infant Drops
For breastfed babies: Express a few tablespoons of breastmilk (either by hand or pump) into a small, sterilised container. Add 4 drops of Colief Infant Drops. You can give this to your baby in either a syringe, a bottle, a cup or spoon before initiating breastfeeding....
Top tips for coping with colic
Coping with colic can be incredibly challenging for parents. The transition to becoming a parent is a special time but can also have its challenges, without the addition of colic in the mix. Firstly, being kind to yourself is important, and reaching out for support...
What is colic and how to recognise the symptoms
Colic is a medical term for unexplained crying with no medical reason found. Babies with colic appear otherwise healthy, gaining weight and reaching their early developmental milestones. It affects 1 in 5 babies and can begin from around 2 weeks postnatal and has...
Get into the spooky-spirt this Halloween
Not only is Autumn a beautiful time of year, but it also means we are entering one of our favourite holidays…Halloween! No doubt your family will be excited to get into preparing for this fa-boo-lous day! To get you into the spirit, we’ve compiled some creative ideas...
Top tips for Baby Massage on your little one
Positively interacting and connecting with your baby is so important in developing trust and communication. Baby massage is proven to be hugely beneficial for your baby. It promotes bilateral movements for your baby which means your baby is using both sides of the...
Best Autumnal walks with your family this season
We think we speak for everyone when we say we can’t believe we have already reached October! With the Autumn season now in full swing, and nature displaying those beautiful golden hues, now is the perfect opportunity to get your little ones wrapped up and your walking...
Preparing for the back-to-school period
You may find yourself having mixed feelings towards your little one going or returning to school this September – some of you may be counting down the days (hours, minutes, seconds…) for their return to have your house back in order, whilst others are likely feeling...
Breathe Easy back at school this September with Colief
Returning to school after a long summer holiday can be pretty daunting for both parents and little ones. The last thing you need to be worrying about is picking up any germs and colds with the return to school. We’ve pulled together some top tips to prevent that...
Outdoor activities for you and the family this summer
Happy summer holidays! School is out and so is the sun – so what better way to celebrate than with some fun activities to keep you and your family entertained this summer. We’ve pulled together our top outdoor activities to help you soak up some of that Vitamin D, and...
Best staycation locations in the UK this summer
Have you started to think about your holiday plans for the summer yet? If not you should definitely consider a UK holiday staycation! With so much on our doorstep why not explore some of the beautiful locations the UK has to offer! Here at Colief we’ve pulled together...