Asking someone to be a godparent is a special and meaningful moment. It’s a memory that’ll be cherished by the person being asked and is a lovely story to tell the child who will be blessed with a loving guide and mentor.
If you’re planning to ask someone to be a godparent, you’re likely looking for fun and unique ways to pop the question. Here are a few ideas to help make your proposal unforgettable.
6 ways …
One word: yes, yes, yes! Musical toys are great for babies. Whether they chime, rattle or go BOING, musical toys engage your little one’s sense of hearing, supporting their development and helping them have fun with sound.
Read on to learn more about the benefits of introducing musical toys to babies and our favourite sound toys for children.
What are sensory toys?
Sensory toys engage a child’s sense of sight, hearing, touch, smell or taste, introducing them to …
Sometimes, it can feel like babies reach new milestones every day. As every child develops at their own rate, it can be hard for parents to know when they’re ready to take on new challenges or even when they’re ready for new items of clothing.
If you’re wondering when your baby will be ready for their first pair of shoes, keep reading. We’re going to look at when babies need shoes and what to keep in …
To answer any queries regarding when babies can start sleeping with a blanket, we asked motherhood mentor and baby care expert Millie Poppins to collaborate on this blog post with us.
When can a baby start sleeping with a blanket? It might seem a silly question — after all, what harm could such a soft, adorable object do? Just as babies are weaned onto solids and move from nappies to using the potty, they need to …
There are a number of different ways we can name our newborns, from generations of passed down monikers, to celebrity-inspired trending names. However, the names which sound best to our ears (and minds) are often the ones which get picked as the chosen name for our new arrivals. Here at My 1st Years, we think every name is beautiful – but what does the science say?
Principles of linguistics such as iconicity (or ‘sound symbolism’) and …
There’s so much in a name. That’s why it’s important to give your newborn one that fits them just right. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered by sourcing the following list of unique and creative baby monikers with staying power – they are derived from ancient cultures, after all. From a multitude of cultures and derived from different time periods, we’re sure to have something that’s perfect for you.
Some of these baby names are so …
Autumn is the season of golden crunchy leaves, pumpkin spiced lattes, and long walks in warm clothes. The most popular time to have a baby is between the September to November months and birth rates tend to rise during this period every year. With so many baby names to choose from, seasonal themed names offer parents a variety of quirky yet meaningful ones to draw from.
Here’s our list of unusual Autumnal baby names …