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Parent Guide: The importance of role play activities for under 5s
We all know children love to role play, whether it’s pretending to be a doctor, an astronaut or a postman, it brings endless joy and fun...
Nov 2, 20232 min read


Parent Guide: Illness at Nursery
It's that time of year again, and as the seasons change, we’re seeing signs of runny noses and sniffles. At The Butterfly Patch, the...
Oct 23, 20232 min read


Parent Guide: Cooking with under 5s
Cooking is a fundamental life skill; everyone should know how to cook and it’s never too early to get started! You probably learnt to...
Oct 19, 20233 min read


Parent guide: preparing your child for a new sibling
Awaiting the arrival of a new baby is often super exciting for the family but it can also be a time of stressful transition for children....
Sep 28, 20233 min read


Parent Guide: Teething
Teething can be a painful and uncomfortable stage for a baby's development. As their teeth start to come through, their gums will become...
Aug 31, 20232 min read


Parent guide: supporting your little one’s independence
Independence is all about your little one learning to do things for themselves, which includes making decisions and taking on...
Jul 27, 20233 min read


Parent Guide: Top Tips for Fussy Eaters
You’ve spent ages in the kitchen, making the best possible meal, only for your little one to reject it. This is a scenario most parents...
Jul 20, 20233 min read


Parent guide update: transitions
Whether it’s moving rooms, changing nursery or starting Primary School – transitions can be difficult for your little one. So to help, in...
Jul 13, 20233 min read


Parent guide: child safety in the car – child car seats
Child car seats help keep your little one safe when out and about driving. But the amount of choice, from different sizes to altogether...
Jun 22, 20233 min read
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