As we enter another school holiday with much of the country under some kind of lockdown – meeting up with family and friends to pass some time and make memories like holidays gone by may well be off of the table, but that is no reason not to have fun with your little...
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Mummy Mental Wellbeing During Covid-19
This month we carried out research amongst new and expectant mums and how they are feeling and coping in amongst the pandemic. The overwhelming news was that nearly half of those questioned (43%) have felt their mental health take a dip as a result of COVID-19 and 51%...
Half Term Happiness
As we enter another school holiday with much of the country under some kind of lockdown – meeting up with family and friends to pass some time and make memories like holidays gone by may well be off of the table, but that is no reason not to have fun with your little...
Mummy Mental Wellbeing During COVID-19
This month we carried out research amongst new and expectant mums and how they are feeling and coping in amongst the pandemic. The overwhelming news was that nearly half of those questioned (43%) have felt their mental health take a dip as a result of COVID-19 and 51%...
Little Lunches
Whether returning to school after the long five month-break, or starting school for the first time, it can be daunting for little ones, and parents too, especially if you have a fussy eater. Make lunchtime fun for them by preparing creative lunchboxes that will bring...
How to Identify and Treat Colic
What is colic? Colic can affect up to one in five new babies and is often caused by a temporary lactose intolerance, whereby baby isn’t able to break down lactose – a complex sugar, found in breast milk and infant formula milk. Identifying colic: Colic is defined as...
Back to School Check List
It’s been a long time coming and finally, after a lot of careful planning, it’s been deemed safe enough for our little ones to return to their schools, pre-schools, nurseries and playgroups. If you’ve been home-schooling or trying to keep your children entertained for...
Little Lunches
Whether returning to school after the long five month-break, or starting school for the first time, it can be daunting for little ones, and parents too, especially if you have a fussy eater. Make lunchtime fun for them by preparing creative lunchboxes that will bring...
How to Identify and Treat Colic
What is colic? Colic can affect up to one in five new babies and is often caused by a temporary lactose intolerance, whereby baby isn’t able to break down lactose – a complex sugar, found in breast milk and infant formula milk. Identifying colic: Colic is defined as...
Back to School Check List
It’s been a long time coming and finally, after a lot of careful planning, it’s been deemed safe enough for our little ones to return to their schools, pre-schools, nurseries and playgroups. If you’ve been home-schooling or trying to keep your children entertained for...
Spotting and treating Colic in your new-born
What is Colic? As any parent with a distressed, crying baby knows, colic affects the whole household, and can be very frustrating and upsetting for parents. However you are not alone; Colic affects one in every five babies and is a temporary lactose intolerance in...
Spotting and treating Colic in your new-born
What is Colic? As any parent with a distressed, crying baby knows, colic affects the whole household, and can be very frustrating and upsetting for parents. However you are not alone; Colic affects one in every five babies and is a temporary lactose intolerance in...
Keep it cool
There’s nothing worse than being hot and uncomfortable in peak summer season, apart from when your children are suffering too. Here are some reminders on how to prevent your children over heating, whilst keeping them safe and cool...
Keep your child entertained this summer with these activities
Running out of ideas to keep your family entertained this summer? With the unexpected change of plans for most our summers this year, here at Colief HQ we have compiled our top activities to keep the children entertained whilst staying safe. Creative toys Investing in...
Keep it cool
There’s nothing worse than being hot and uncomfortable in peak summer season, apart from when your children are suffering too. Here are some reminders on how to prevent your children over heating, whilst keeping them safe and cool this summer! Sun safety It is...
Keep your child entertained this summer with these activities
Running out of ideas to keep your family entertained this summer? With the unexpected change of plans for most our summers this year, here at Colief HQ we have compiled our top activities to keep the children entertained whilst staying safe. Creative toys Investing in...
How to keep those summer allergies at bay
With the current pandemic having been at the forefront of our minds in the last few months, and as we slip into the summer ahead, the ‘common cold’ might not be on your radar right now. However, a cold is a virus that is prevalent during every season, all year round....
How to keep those summer allergies at bay
With the current pandemic having been at the forefront of our minds in the last few months, and as we slip into the summer ahead, the ‘common cold’ might not be on your radar right now. However, a cold is a virus that is prevalent during every season, all year round....
Coronavirus (COVID19) Update
Coronavirus (COVID19) Update Dear all of our trusted customers, colleagues, distributors, suppliers and friends. We wanted to reassure you all that as the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds, we at Crosscare Limited are doing all that we can to ensure the wellbeing, health and...
Coronavirus (COVID19) Update
Coronavirus (COVID19) UpdateDear all of our trusted customers, colleagues, distributors, suppliers and friends. We wanted to reassure you all that as the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds, we at Crosscare Limited are doing all that we can to ensure the wellbeing, health and...
September – Ask The Expert
DAWN KELLY, HEALTH VISITOR AND MEMBER OF OUR COLIEF EXPERT PANEL, SHARES HER TOP TIPS FOR COPING WITH COLIC Introduce a soothing and calming routine around the time of the day when your baby’s colic is usually at its worst, which is typically in the evenings. Keep a...
Three Things We Love This Month
Goodnight Everyone by Chris Haughton We’ve long been fans of Irish designer and illustrator Chris Haughton so we were particularly intrigued by his latest offering, Goodnight Everyone. A gorgeous bedtime read about going to sleep, we’re hearing great...
Cold days ahead
From harsh winds to central heating, we’re sure these past few months have been rather unforgiving on both you and your baby’s delicate skin. Moisturising is essential all year round, particularly for those of us who are suffering from any dry and itchy winter skin...
Summer Bumps
Here at Colief HQ, we believe pregnancy is a wonderful and awe-inspiring experience, bonding mother and baby both physically and emotionally. However, it isn’t all plain sailing… quite frankly, some aspects of pregnancy are really uncomfortable – particularly for...