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In a highly competitive job market, employers look for candidates who show initiative and a willingness to work. For young…
In a highly competitive job market, employers look for candidates…
You thought the worst thing about raising children was the nighttime wake-ups? Think again! Parenting teens in the new millennium…
You thought the worst thing about raising children was the…
Mental Health in Schools Cayman needs a new mental health facility, but we also need a much more supportive mental…
Mental Health in Schools Cayman needs a new mental health…
Cayman is a wonderful place to have a baby. However, like anywhere, complications do occur and it’s important to consider…
Cayman is a wonderful place to have a baby. However,…
Learn more about some of the super nannies taking care of thousands of children around the Cayman Islands. Learn what…
Learn more about some of the super nannies taking care…
Medical, emotional, mental or psychological disorders can range in severity from very mild to profound and there is an exhaustive…
Medical, emotional, mental or psychological disorders can range in severity…
Like many things in Cayman, having a baby isn’t cheap and with little public healthcare, you’ll want to be on…
Like many things in Cayman, having a baby isn’t cheap…
Because of my job, homeschooling became the only option for our family! As a wedding photographer I work almost every…
Because of my job, homeschooling became the only option for…
These delicious and nutritious recipes are courtesy of Emma Drake, mum of two and lunchbox-maker extraordinaire! For those who are…
These delicious and nutritious recipes are courtesy of Emma Drake,…
The secret to preparing children for academic success is much simpler than we think. In an age of apps, tools,…
The secret to preparing children for academic success is much…
There is nothing more unsettling for a parent than the thought that their child may not be developing typically. You…
There is nothing more unsettling for a parent than the…
Getting Your Licence Once seventeen, Cayman’s teens are eligible to begin the process of getting their driving licence, and the…
Getting Your Licence Once seventeen, Cayman’s teens are eligible to…
Heading off to University is both an exciting and daunting time. Freedom and choice await, along with opportunities and new…
Heading off to University is both an exciting and daunting…
Becoming a father for the first time can be an overwhelming experience with so much information to take in and…
Becoming a father for the first time can be an…
Real Talk from Jonny Kern, Dad of one year old Lily : Falling asleep to Disney songs, lunch from a…
Real Talk from Jonny Kern, Dad of one year old…
For your children to eligible for Health Insurance there are some key requirements you must be aware of. …
For your children to eligible for Health Insurance there are…
Here are 5 key tips to help ensure that you ace your job interview on or off-Island! Get to Know…
Here are 5 key tips to help ensure that you…
Best for Parents How to Talk So Teens Will Listen & Listen So Teens Will Talk, Adele Faber & Elaine…
Best for Parents How to Talk So Teens Will Listen…
‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the home, Mummy watched as the germs run, spread, and roam. The…
‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the home,…
Founded by Claire Hughes, a PE teacher at Cayman Prep, Plastic Free Cayman is a non-profit organisation.…
Founded by Claire Hughes, a PE teacher…
Why Draft a Will? If you pass away without leaving a will (known as dying ‘intestate’), your estate will be…
Why Draft a Will? If you pass away without leaving…
According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 19 million children under the age of 15 are visually impaired. Of…
According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 19 million…
The TAYA Lounge has been providing a safe and supportive environment for Cayman’s at-risk youth to gather, connect and develop…
The TAYA Lounge has been providing a safe and supportive…
Keeping your kids busy during this school break can be very stressful. Here is a list of 20 indoor activities…
Keeping your kids busy during this school break can be…
Means Testing In 2018 the Education Council introduced means testing in order to prioritise those students whose parents or legal…
Means Testing In 2018 the Education Council introduced means testing…
There are some specific issues relating to divorce and immigration statuses which are important to be aware of. Whether or…
There are some specific issues relating to divorce and immigration…
With such a wide range of children’s activities available for your kids to choose from, it can be a challenge…
With such a wide range of children’s activities available for…
Learning that a child has special needs or is autistic can throw families into a tailspin. Once the condition is…
Learning that a child has special needs or is autistic…
Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death in children aged 1-4 in the USA according to the Centers for…
Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death in children…
Why Buy Life Insurance? As you get older, get married, have children and/or start a business you begin to realise…
Why Buy Life Insurance? As you get older, get married,…
A child’s education (including skills development) is often the combined effort of a collection of people . While we trust…
A child’s education (including skills development) is often the combined…
The Immigration (Transition) Law confirms that children born on or after January 1st 2004 are ‘Caymanian as of Right’ (no…
The Immigration (Transition) Law confirms that children born on or…
Opening up about Miscarriage, Stillbirth & Early Infant Loss Tragically, 2.6 million women around the world each year experience losing…
Opening up about Miscarriage, Stillbirth & Early Infant Loss Tragically,…
Cayman has a very good selection of schools including Government, British, American and International. The difficulty comes in choosing which…
Cayman has a very good selection of schools including Government,…
You might be surprised to learn quite how common infertility issues are. According to the Centers for Disease Control and…
You might be surprised to learn quite how common infertility…
Where to Get Help Educational Consultants There are many people who can advise you about UK or North American private…
Where to Get Help Educational Consultants There are many people…
Undergraduate Application Process The application form for an overseas scholarship is not unduly onerous. Applicants must apply online and a…
Undergraduate Application Process The application form for an overseas scholarship…
One of the most important things parents can do to set their children up for a happy and fulfilling future…
One of the most important things parents can do to…
Meet three savvy Caymanian students who attend various boarding schools worldwide. They’ve successfully navigated everything from moving in, making friends,…
Meet three savvy Caymanian students who attend various boarding schools…
Saving for your children’s university and college fees is something that ideally needs to be started when your child is…
Saving for your children’s university and college fees is something…
Pregnancy can be a daunting experience for parents-to-be, but the Cayman Islands is lucky to have some excellent doctors, nurses…
Pregnancy can be a daunting experience for parents-to-be, but the…
Natural disasters are unpredictable and uncontrollable events, which makes them scary for everyone, but particularly children. – Dympna Carten RMN,…
Natural disasters are unpredictable and uncontrollable events, which makes them…
Whether you’re working or not, some form of childcare during the early years is invaluable, especially if you’re here as…
Whether you’re working or not, some form of childcare during…
The leading cause of serious injury and death among young children are accidents that could have been easily prevented. Thoroughly…
The leading cause of serious injury and death among young…
During the Covid-19 pandemic many of us found ourselves in our kitchens rediscovering how and what to cook. Being able…
During the Covid-19 pandemic many of us found ourselves in…
Here are some great educational websites and apps that your children will love! www.IXL.com A website and iPad app…
Here are some great educational websites and apps that your…
“I don’t like tomatoes!”, “I don’t like that stinky cheese!”, “Only white foods!”, “I don’t want chicken!”. Sound familiar? If…
“I don’t like tomatoes!”, “I don’t like that stinky cheese!”,…
Think of your home security as an onion; the more layers of security, the harder it will be for a…
Think of your home security as an onion; the more…
Maternity leave is a special period for mum and baby. Make sure you know what you are entitled to! -…
Maternity leave is a special period for mum and baby.…
Every parent wants their child to succeed in life. While the definition of ‘success’ may seem obvious to us as…
Every parent wants their child to succeed in life. While…
If you’re reading this then you’re probably struggling to take quality photos of your children. You might have recently purchased…
If you’re reading this then you’re probably struggling to take…
Nutrition Starts At Home – Ages 3 to 18 Children mature at different rates, and as such, you’ll need to…
Nutrition Starts At Home – Ages 3 to 18 Children…
When Alex Panton passed away from suicide at the age of 16, his mother, Jane Panton, set out to change…
When Alex Panton passed away from suicide at the age…
1. Take notes in different colours The different colours will help you remember the content more easily. If you’re…
1. Take notes in different colours The different colours…
Protecting Skin from the Sun SUNCARE DO’S AND DON’TS In a tropical climate like Cayman, where the sun is strong…
Protecting Skin from the Sun SUNCARE DO’S AND DON’TS In…
A Slow Start Reading Michael Craton’s formative history of the Cayman Islands, Founded Upon the Seas, it’s obvious to see…
A Slow Start Reading Michael Craton’s formative history of the…
Does dining out with your new baby, busy toddler or withdrawn teen fill you with dread? Cayman Parent is here…
Does dining out with your new baby, busy toddler or…
As many parents are aware, we are currently raising the next generation of Cayman’s youth. With rising social injustice dominating…
As many parents are aware, we are currently raising the…
In Cayman, it is compulsory for all children from the age of five to 17 to attend school or be…
In Cayman, it is compulsory for all children from the…
The Covid-19 pandemic changed all our lives and the way hospitals functioned to keep patients, staff and communities safe and…
The Covid-19 pandemic changed all our lives and the way…
Why Exercise? We all know that exercise is good for you. But it’s particularly great for teens! With life changing…
Why Exercise? We all know that exercise is good for…
Raising children who know right from wrong is definitely not a science, and no one can pretend to say they…
Raising children who know right from wrong is definitely not…
6 helpful tips & tactics for controlling screen time: Have an open and honest discussion Rather than simply taking…
6 helpful tips & tactics for controlling screen time:…
Fresh is Always Best! These days we are constantly bombarded with messages warning us about eating the wrong foods and…
Fresh is Always Best! These days we are constantly bombarded…
Federico Destro Federico Destro worked in his native Italy before coming to Cayman in 1999, starting out as a line…
Federico Destro Federico Destro worked in his native Italy before…
As a new parent you receive advice, whether solicited or not, from all sides. This can be a little…
As a new parent you receive advice, whether solicited…
Pain management covers several methods to prevent, reduce, or stop pain sensations. One of the most common types of pain…
Pain management covers several methods to prevent, reduce, or stop…
Being a ‘Stay at Home’ or ‘Work from Home’ Dad is something we are seeing more and more often nowadays.…
Being a ‘Stay at Home’ or ‘Work from Home’ Dad…
As tiny little humans grow in pregnant bodies, thoughts turn towards ‘What can I do to prepare’? Fortunately, for mums-to-be,…
As tiny little humans grow in pregnant bodies, thoughts turn…
Ten years ago, finding a good tutoring company in Grand Cayman was a rather difficult thing to do. Times have…
Ten years ago, finding a good tutoring company in Grand…
Early Childhood Development: Cultivating a Love of Art “Imagination is the source of all human achievement.” These are the words…
Early Childhood Development: Cultivating a Love of Art “Imagination is…
The period between three and seven years is the most important time for learning, when children will commit to memory…
The period between three and seven years is the most…
There are a large range of excellent vocational training options in Cayman, which could be a good choice for students…
There are a large range of excellent vocational training options…
Nurture your child’s love of reading by encouraging them to read fun and challenging books throughout their youth. – Jessica…
Nurture your child’s love of reading by encouraging them to…
With early adolescence comes a natural curiosity for experimentation. According to the most recent Adolescent Health and Sexuality Survey conducted…
With early adolescence comes a natural curiosity for experimentation. According…
Cayman’s grocery stores sell a wide variety of high quality baby formulas and first baby food options, as well as…
Cayman’s grocery stores sell a wide variety of high quality…
To Get Respect You Have to Give Respect What teens require is mutual respect. When you are frustrated with your…
To Get Respect You Have to Give Respect What teens…
One of the most important tasks in parenthood is finding suitable care for your children. Cayman offers several options in…
One of the most important tasks in parenthood is finding…
Best for Parents Best for Children Written by the editors of The New York Times Book Review, this indispensable guide…
Best for Parents Best for Children Written by the editors…
Whether you are renting or buying, choosing the right home is no easy decision. Location, size, layout, and the amenities…
Whether you are renting or buying, choosing the right home…
Developing positive oral hygiene habits early in childhood is crucial in ensuring continued practice into adulthood. This means starting very…
Developing positive oral hygiene habits early in childhood is crucial…
Your home is all ready for your new arrival. The nursery is ready, you’ve cleaned the house from top to…
Your home is all ready for your new arrival. The…
Plan to visit at least five different boarding schools with your child and do as much research on them as…
Plan to visit at least five different boarding schools with…
Entry to a UK University About 75% of students who go through the British schooling system in Cayman (Cayman Prep…
Entry to a UK University About 75% of students who…
Vaccines are an integral part of any child’s routine health care. As Cayman’s population hails from all over the world,…
Vaccines are an integral part of any child’s routine health…
Being pregnant is a daunting experience for most parents-to-be but the Cayman Islands is lucky to have world-class care with…
Being pregnant is a daunting experience for most parents-to-be but…
Parents whose children travel either on school trips or to study overseas, should make sure their insurance plan covers them…
Parents whose children travel either on school trips or to…
The path to university is not all about your grades, as your school’s college counsellor should advise you. Yes, universities…
The path to university is not all about your grades,…
Young, glamorous and successful, Cynthia and Joey Hew make an impressive partnership: both have thriving careers – he is the…
Young, glamorous and successful, Cynthia and Joey Hew make an…
Social media has become one of the main ways people connect and communicate with each other. For teens and tweens,…
Social media has become one of the main ways people…
A voluntary support group for parents using, or wishing to switch to, cloth diapers in the Cayman Islands.…
A voluntary support group for parents using, or…
Caymanian Roots Before stepping into the political fray, Winston Connolly had an enviable life. He was a successful lawyer, a…
Caymanian Roots Before stepping into the political fray, Winston Connolly…
Children instinctively respond to music. Why else do parents sing lullabies to babies? Almost as soon as they can walk,…
Children instinctively respond to music. Why else do parents sing…
Buying and installing a car seat is one of the most important tasks faced by parents. Your child will need…
Buying and installing a car seat is one of the…
Decorating a nursery for your new baby is one of the most enjoyable pre-baby tasks. It’s an exciting way to…
Decorating a nursery for your new baby is one of…
Parents play an important role in a child’s development as an athlete and a good sport. In fact, they have…
Parents play an important role in a child’s development as…
The number of children being home schooled has exploded in the Cayman Islands. Whether parents are choosing this due to…
The number of children being home schooled has exploded in…
Developmental follow-up and well-child checks are a vital component of ensuring a healthy, happy childhood leading to a healthy, happy…
Developmental follow-up and well-child checks are a vital component of…
The notion that a poorly functioning gut may result in ill-health is nothing new. A more recent discovery, however, is…
The notion that a poorly functioning gut may result in…
Michael Myles, Dean of Hope Academy, and Dr. Erica Lam, a clinical psychologist and therapist at The Wellness Centre, sat…
Michael Myles, Dean of Hope Academy, and Dr. Erica Lam,…
Family breakdown in the Cayman Islands is both an emotional and lengthy legal process. If the parents are married, then…
Family breakdown in the Cayman Islands is both an emotional…
Before our ancestors travelled, mingling and mating with other races, and sharing recipes and ingredients, they were largely restricted to…
Before our ancestors travelled, mingling and mating with other races,…
Children born in the Cayman Islands to expats are not automatically entitled to reside in Cayman. Their treatment varies depending…
Children born in the Cayman Islands to expats are not…
Let’s face it, regardless of one’s age, making new friends and boosting your social life can be challenging. Whether you…
Let’s face it, regardless of one’s age, making new friends…
For working parents, life is a non-stop juggling act. You’re constantly pulled in two opposing directions. Some days, a school…
For working parents, life is a non-stop juggling act. You’re…
Life’s two certainties, death and taxes, are often spoken in hushed tones, frowned upon as dinner table conversation and, unfortunately,…
Life’s two certainties, death and taxes, are often spoken in…
If you exercised before pregnancy then you should be able to carry on as usual during your first trimester and…
If you exercised before pregnancy then you should be able…
With childhood obesity on the rise it’s more important than ever to ensure children remain active. The NHS recommends that…
With childhood obesity on the rise it’s more important than…
Best for Parents How to Raise a Reader, Pamela Paul and Maria Russo Written by the editors of The New…
Best for Parents How to Raise a Reader, Pamela Paul…
Leaving the nest may once have been a rite of passage, but for many millennials, life in the nest is…
Leaving the nest may once have been a rite of…
Screen time is increasingly replacing the time that children and teenagers used to spend playing outside, hanging out with friends…
Screen time is increasingly replacing the time that children and…
