Fiona Blake

Puberty – Ready or Not, It’s Coming Is your child starting to ask more questions about their body? Are you noticing subtle changes in behaviour, voice, or appearance? Whether you’re parenting a giggling tween or a curious eight-year-old, understanding when puberty typically starts can feel like navigating a maze — confusing, emotional, and at times, Read More

Puberty. That word alone can stir up a whirlwind of emotions — excitement, curiosity, confusion, even dread. As a parent of a pre-teen boy, you may wonder when changes will begin. You probably want to know what to expect and, most importantly, how to support your son through this time. The journey into puberty isn’t Read More

More Than Just a Date on the Calendar It can arrive quietly or with a splash of drama. It might show up after weeks of questions, or take everyone by surprise. No matter how it happens, a child’s first period marks one of the most significant milestones of puberty — and not just for them Read More

When Butterflies Meet Blushes “I think I like someone.” It might come whispered at bedtime, blurted out on a car ride, or scribbled in a diary they left just slightly ajar. The first time your child mentions a crush — or you suspect they have one — it can stir up surprise, nostalgia, or even Read More

More Than Just Pimples Puberty is a rollercoaster. One minute your child’s giggling over cartoons, the next they’re asking for deodorant and complaining about spots. It’s a whirlwind of hormonal changes, emotional ups and downs — and yes, skincare surprises. This transitional stage often marks the beginning of noticeable skin changes. Oily foreheads, blackheads, and Read More

Equipping Kids for a Confident Start Puberty is a time of major change, and for many children, it can feel overwhelming, awkward, or even frightening. One of the best ways to offer comfort, confidence, and independence is by preparing a thoughtful puberty care kit. Think of it as a toolbox for growing up, full of Read More

More Than Just Body Changes Your once-bold child now avoids mirrors, doubts every decision, and compares themselves to classmates constantly. Welcome to adolescence — a time when self-esteem can plummet just as dramatically as hormones rise. Puberty is not just a physical transformation; it’s an emotional and psychological shift. As their bodies grow, so does Read More

Growing Bodies Need Growing Nutrition Puberty is a time of dramatic change. Between the emotional ups and downs and the rapid physical development, your child is going through a lot — and all of it demands energy, nutrients, and care. One moment they’re scarfing down second helpings; the next, they’re suddenly moody, tired, or unsure Read More