Welcome to the ExpatWoman Mums & Toddlers Section
ExpatWoman Child Safety Guides
There are lots of incidents in the press these days about tragic accidents happening and our hearts go out to the families involved. Here we pull together important information, tips and guidelines of things you can do to protect your child and family... make sure all the family reads and that any helpers you have in your household are also informed and educated. Prevention and awareness are the key factors to a safe household. Stay safe everyone!
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| Car Safety |
| Here we look at which car seat is right for child, the importance of buckling up and tips for Mom's who are driving. Read More >> |
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| Electrical Safety |
There are many electrical hazards in the home and little fingers like go to prying. Here we look at steps you can take to keep safe. Read More >>
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| Home Alone Safety |
From what age should you be able to leave your kids home alone? That is a tough question that depends upon maturity not age. Read More >>
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| Choking Prevention |
| Choking is a silent killer and a major fear of a lot of mums. Here are some great guidelines to follow to minimis the risk. Read More >> |
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| Playground Safety |
All kids love a playground but how safe are they? Supervision is the key and a thorough check of the playground before play starts. Read More >>
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| Water Safety |
| Kids love water but drowning is always a risk. We take a serious look at how to teach your kids to be water smart and safe. Read More >> |
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| Fire Safety |
| Have you taught your kids not to play with matches? Have you an evacuation plan in your home? Have you a smoke detector? Read More >> |
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| Internet Safety |
| Kids love the internet and are starting to use it from an earlier age as they get more and more tech savvy. Here's our safety tips. Read More >> |
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Emergency Contact Numbers
Have you got friends or family visiting? Although we jump at the opportunity to be with our loved ones- just remember they are also not at home and won’t be familiar with the systems in the UAE and emergency numbers. Check out our handy guide to emergency numbers to make sure everyone is informed of what they need to do in case of anything happening. Read More>>
Need Advice From Other Mums?
We have an ExpatWoman.com forum dedicated especially to Pregnancy, Babies and Toddlers. It's there to help you with all those pressing questions like when to wean, your child's developmental stages, which play areas are the best, fussy eaters and solutions, where to buy clothes for your toddler and so much more. Visit our Forum today and join in the conversation. It's a brilliant resource and a comfort for so many mums! Read More>>
Parties & Costumes
It can seem a never eneding whirl of the cutest birthday parties here in the Middle East! So many kids and always more on the way! If you're looking for party supplies or fancy dress costumes we've got the place for you. Party Zone offers you an excuse to party with a wide range of party decorations, party essentials, balloons, piñatas, costumes, masks, wigs, make up and costume related accessories for both children and adults! Read More>>
Is it Nursery time?
Has that time arrived that it's your toddlers turn to start attending nursery? Choosing the best nursery for your tot can often be stressful and worrying- more for you than the tot! Seperation anxiety can rear its head and lots of emotions are flowing. We can help you though- we've got a special section dedicated to Nurseries so you can research and look into all your options, as well as our Nurseries & Schools Forum which holds so much information and you can interract with other mums trying to make the same decision. We wish you luck. Read More>>
Working Mums...
Is it possible to be a mum and work in Dubai? A Fashion Retail Manager in her previous life, Alison Wills, Dubai-based mum of two under 5’s, ponders a return to work… Read more>>
