In case you are not aware of, Expats, no matter if they are EU residents, work and pay taxes in Malta, are charged 30% more in electricity and water bills (utility bills) than the Maltese, if the property they rent is registered under the domestic rate instead of the residential one. Patricia Graham, who is […]
Valerie Brincat is the PR representative of the Autism Parents Association in Malta, a non governmental association, designed to help and facilitate the process to families with children effected by Autism. She is also the creator of Twiggle Land Learning Activities. Twiggle Land Activities are designed for typically developing children, and have also been specifically adapted […]
Guest writer Melissa Bugeja* Most new mothers do not know where to turn to for support and end up seeking it through the wrong persons. Know, that not only support exists, but it is also important to distinguish the different types of support available, so you can tap on the right one at the right […]
Guest writer Melissa Bugeja* The debate breastfeeding vs formula while still raging, is, in my humble opinion obsolete. There have been too many studies made (and more are still being made) which all show that the best nutrition for your infant is breast milk. Frankly, if the truth must be said, we never needed a single […]
How are we treating our pelvic floor? Guest writer Carolyn Sultana* Are you thinking that your urinary leakage after pregnancy is so minor it is not worth mentioning? If you’re still experiencing leaks 6-8 weeks after the birth of your baby, tell the midwife or the doctor at you postnatal check. Any urinary leakage whether a small […]
Guest writer Abigail Giuffrè* I am Abigail Giuffrè, the founder of the Facebook Group ‘Homeschool in Malta’. Since the day we got married my husband knew that if we ever had children I wanted to homeschool them. He did not really understand my point. Why on earth would I want to do that? Why do […]
Guest writer Beth Hull* The pic is of a cat which was abandoned, rescued by feeder, fostered by Beth and then recently homed. Stray Cats of Malta: What’s the Story? Hi folks, Elisavet has very kindly invited me to write a little guest post for her blog about the stray cat situation in Malta […]
IMPORTANT NOTE: The purpose of this article is just to INFORM about procedures and that there can be other options! The article is based on my experience, and what I’ve read on my own (all sources included). One can always question and express concerns, but each case is different, and you should ALWAYS consult your […]
As of April 2014, the planned measures will give the opportunity to families in Malta and Gozo to send their children to childcare centers free of charge. This project will be carried out with the involvement of the private sector. Who can benefit from the free childcare scheme in Malta? Children whose parents are in […]
Guest writer Elizabeth Penziner* A mother’s energy is constantly fed and replenished by her children and family. But to successfully navigate the responsibilities and demands of parenting, self-care cannot be neglected. Self-care activities are those that nurture rather than deplete. Self-care is the key to keeping it all together; you cannot parent compassionately if you are […]
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