The topic of raising Bilingual Children is how Mammaprada all began. We don't profess to be experts, we are simply parents hoping to pass on the best of our dual heritage to our children and to give them, in our eyes the benefit of two languages.
Read MoreWe've recently redecorated our Son's bedroom. We last did this when he was a baby! At the time we used jungle wall murals but now he's nearly 6 years old it's time for a change.
We thought we would update his room to reflect the little man he's becoming. I wanted to get his input as to what he would like to see in his room but also choose things that can be adapted easily should he change his mind or outgrow any colours or theme quicker than expected.
Read MoreDo you have a little one starting daycare or maybe they are already attending and this is the week they go back?
Are you searching for a great dish for the holiday season to cook on Christmas Eve or for entertaining over New Year? Try our Fettuccine with Wildgrain pasta and bread boxes.
Read MoreThis week is National Eczema Week so as both of my children have suffered with this; and sometimes still do. I thought I would share how we’ve created a comforting routine for them that helps manage the worst of their flare ups.
Read MorePuglia is a region in the southern part of Italy and is also called “the heel of Italy’s boot. More than eighty hundred kilometers of coast surround this wonderful region of Italy from the border of the Adriatic Sea in the east to the Ionic Sea in the southeast.
Read MoreYou’ve been up several times already. Your body is pushed to the edge, exhausted, and you really feel like breaking down because your baby’s upset, and you can’t calm them down, and you feel like a bad parent for just wanting some peace and quiet, for not knowing how to make them stop crying. And then it keeps happening night after night and your tired body can barely function from all the stress and the weariness. It’s probably safe to say that you’re getting a little desperate, but don’t worry. We’re here for you, and the first thing you need to know is this: it’s going to be okay. You’re a good parent, and your baby is going to be okay. Now let’s see how we can get you both a good night’s sleep.
Read MoreBlogging is more difficult than people first assume. If you actually want people to read your posts, you’ll have to put in more effort than simply picking a random topic and writing about it.
Read MoreYears ago when I first heard about AI I couldn’t imagine how it would practically overlap with my everyday life.
Read MoreThe stunning island of Ischia is going through a global rebrand right now. Once only visited by discerning Italians and Germans this wonderful spot at the edge of the Gulf of Naples is often missed by holidaymakers.
Read MorePasta with Gorgonzola is a super quick and easy meal. Make with just a few ingredients and it takes less than 15 mins. Perfect for when you have guests!
Read MoreIf you’ve discovered just how delicious Pasta Garofalo is and would love to stock up, here is a list of just some of the stores in the UK and US where you can purchase these products.
Read MoreWe know that the last few months have been tough on everyone, so this week we have a lovely gift for you to WIN. Either for yourself, you deserve it! Or to give to someone else.
Read MoreLearnLanguages24 provides lifetime access to online courses that have 7000 foreign words and phrases, which is at least twice as much as other providers.
Read MoreWhat kind of relationship does your child have with money? Do they always spend their birthday money? Do they love heading to the shop to spend money on sweets? Do they know where money comes from?
Read MoreIn the United Kingdom and many other parts of the World, schools are currently closed, which is quite challenging for both parents and their children. It’s important that, despite your child’s age, they continue to stimulate their brains in a productive and educational way.
Read MoreReading is a vital element of any child’s learning journey. It’s one of the first things they learn how to do when they start school and something that is included across all subjects every day.
Read MoreMindfulness is all about focussing more closely on the present moment, acknowledging what’s going on around us, as well as how we’re feeling and what we’re thinking.
Read MoreSince many of you, my lovely readers have been furloughed, I’ve been asked a lot of questions about how I make money working from home.
Read MoreMammaprada features: Raising Bilingual Children, Italian culture, Italian travel, Italian Food and Posts in Italian/ Italiano. We also offer Bilingual Resources for language learning, such as bilingual books, bilingual audio CDs and DVDs,. Other topics we write about are Parenting and Lifestyle.
I’m Kristie Prada & here you'll find our family’s experiences on travel to languages, parenting, recipes & much more. Thank you for visiting!
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