September Edition 2017 by Mums In Bahrain

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16th edition

September 2017

We offer a child-centered, holistic approach to education

Since 1978, Nadeen School has been dedicated to providing a nurturing, safe, stimulating and encouraging environment in which children of all ages, nationalities, abilities and strengths can develop a lifelong love for exploration and learning. We have 50 nationalities in Primary School, Pre Nursery up to Year 6.

Tel: 17 728886 Email: info@nadeenschool.com www.nadeenschool.com Accredited member:

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CONTENTS IN THIS ISSUE

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WHAT’S ON: BAHRAIN ? Q&A: ASK THE EXPERT MEET THE EXPERTS BACK TO SCHOOL PLAYGROUPS SPORT ACTIVITIES ART & CRAFT DANCE & MUSIC NOORLAND ENTERTAINMENT TIME FOR BIG BED SKIN CONDITIONS YELLOW SUBMARINE AL AREEN PALACE & SPA RECIPES

INTRODUCTION

It’s Back to School time! It’s that time of the year again where children need to be offered healthy foods that fuel

their mind and body, providing them with sustainable energy to last until the end of a school day. To help provide inspiration for parents this upcoming school year, the Mums in Bahrain team have put together a variety of recipes, suggestions and tips that will help the parents provide the children a more enjoyable time at school. The Bahrain Mums Guide Back to School edition is also available online so you can download and print it handy or simply leave it in the house where you can have a more convenient access to it. Remember to share it with your friends so they don’t miss out on the fun! Special thanks goes to Royal Bahrain Hospital for their continued support in sponsoring our MIB magazine. Be sure to give us feedback on what you would like to see in our next edition! You can always contact us at mib@mumsinbahrain.net Thank You and enjoy your reading. EMAIL: MIB@MUMSINBAHRAIN.NET

PHONE: +973 17 404 977

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Three-Storey Jungle Gym Imagination Playground Soft Play Moms & Tots Birthday Parties Tel: +973 17000037 Yellow Submarine Bahrain yellowsubmarinebh www.yellowsubmarinekids.com

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What’s on: BAHRAIN We w ould l ike t o hear fr om you! If you have any new s and t i p s you w ould l ike t o share wit h M IB, please emai l us at M IB@mumsi nbahrai n.net WATER DISCOVERY Alba Club, Riffa Water World Discovery is the only survival swimming school available in Bahrain for both ladies, kids and mothers! Some of the lessons are Water Safety, Self Rescue and Swimming classes from newborns to adults.

WOMEN’S CRISIS CARE INTERNATIONAL Manama Center Building

TUESDAY LADIES NIGHT AT GULF HOTEL BAHRAIN Adliya

WCCI provides crisis response services for women victims of abuse in Bahrain. All services are 100% confidential. All women are welcome. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Contact: 33330805, 32230805

Contact: 38447588, 38263691

Ladies night out with 50% off for all the ladies in any Spa treatments upon spending BD60 or more! *This offer is valid for advance payments only (at least 2 days prior to appointment), or upon purchasing advance cash voucher valid on Tuesdays only.

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Website: www.womenscci.org

Contact: 17746289

AMERICAN GLOBAL CONSULTING Manama Center Building Advance your career with a Master of Business Administration in 1 year from Swiss School of Management, Rome exclusively in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Flexible payments and flexible schedules. This one year comprehensive curriculum interlinks leadership, ethical and entrepreneurial components allowing MBA candidates to turn concepts into decisions, knowledge into action, and ideas into change, providing the opportunity to apply what you have learned in class room instruction to real life. Contact: 17280060 | Website: www.agc1.org

MOMMY WELLNESS DAY SPA The Courtyard, Seef

WHAT’S ON BAHRAIN

Mommy Wellness Day Spa offer an extensive range of services that cater to every woman and mothers need. They have specialized therapists who are experienced in facial treatments as well as the full menu of regular massages that any woman can benefit from be it the Aroma massage, Swedish massage, or otherwise. Mommy Wellness Day Spa also offer other services like Workshops, Home Visits, Baby Showers, Pamper Parties, Baby Massage and Play Den. Contact: 17564333 |

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JUMP UP 3rd Floor, Ramli Mall JumpUp a full-fledged trampoline Park for all ages. It has a main court with angled trampolines along the walls and floor trampolines bound together by padding, as well as a foam pit, trampoline-lined dodgeball, basketball courts, professional trampoline area, party area and a coffee shop. JumpUp also hosts events like team parties, corporate team building, school outings etc. In addition to catered parties. www.jumpup.fun

TAKHZEEN SELF STORAGE Hidd Takhzeen offers a variety of climate controlled storage room sizes to keep customers’ belongings in a clean and safe environment. Takhzeen facilities also provide features such as flexible room spaces ranging from 2.5 to 200 square metre, various tenancy terms from a minimum of one month, state of the art security, administration and support facilities in addition to 24 hour access, 7 days a week. 69990999 | www.takhzeen.net

BH BOOK BEAT Book Shop Bh Book Beat is a unique second hand bookshop on Instagram, that offers a service of selling second hand books in a creative way. Every single book that is purchased is embossed & stamped with our logo, also wrapped in recycled vintage papers, with additional bookmarks and packaged in a wax sealed classic envelope. Basically it gives the client the whole experience of going back in time, while also encouraging people to read more.

NICOLA FERGUSON PILATES “Strengthen and lengthen one breath at a time”. Corelates- BASI trained Pilates Instructor available for one to one or group instruction for both mat and equipment classes. Contact Nicola Ferguson on 32191777 or email her at ferguson.nicola33@gmail.com

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ASK THE

E X P E RT

Do you have questions about pregnancy or parenting? Feel free to get in touch with us!

KIDNEY DAMAGE

What are early tests available to detect kidney damage of Diabetes Mellitus or hypertension before actual deterioration of kidney function? Simple testing of the Micro Albumin in the urine will detect the state of hyper filtration of kidney filters before any effect on the kidneys function. Normally, it is less than 30 mg per day. 30 to 300 may indicate early kidney disease (microalbuminuria).

Answered by Dr. Nader Albert – Consultant Nephrology

IMMUNE SYSTEM

Why do vaccines start so early?

ASK THE EXPERT

The recommended schedule is designed to protect infants and children by providing immunity early in life, before they are exposed to life-threatening diseases. Children are immunized early because they are susceptible to diseases at a young age, and the consequences of these diseases can be very serious, and even life-threatening, for infants and young children. Answered by Dr. Ahmed

UMBILICAL CORD STUMP

How to take care of Umbilical Cord Stump of a newborn baby? Taking care of the umbilical cord stump is fairly simple and mainly requires you to keep the part dry and clean. This is a significant change from the earlier process of applying antiseptic liquid or powder, as studies have shown that there is no benefit in using the same. The stump usually falls on its own within 7 to 14 days and you only need to keep the area dry and clean. If the area gets wet, you can soak it with a clean cotton linen. Answered by Dr. Arjun Dey – Consultant Pediatrics & Neonatology

EARLY DIALYSIS

What are the advantages of early dialysis referral for end stage kidney disease?? 1. Informed selection of dialysis modality. 2. Timely placement of appropriate dialysis access. 3. Non-emergent initiation of dialysis. 4. Lower morbidity and improved rehabilitation. 5. Less frequent and shorter hospital stays. 6. Lower cost. 7. Improved survival & Premptive transplant. Answered by Dr. Nader Albert – Consultant Nephrology

THYROID HORMONE

Is thyroid hormone important for pregnancy and should it be monitored?. Thyroid hormone is very important for fertility, health of the baby and the outcome of pregnancy. During pregnancy, if you have pre-existing hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, you will require more medical attention to control such conditions during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. Occasionally, pregnancy may cause symptoms similar to hyperthyroidism in the first trimester. If you experience palpitations, weight loss, and persistent vomiting, you should contact your physician to diagnose and treat thyroid conditions. Untreated thyroid diseases in pregnancy may lead to serious consequences like premature birth, preclampsia (a severe increase in blood pressure), miscarriage and low birth weight among other problems. It is important to talk to your doctor if you have any history of hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism so you can be monitored before and during pregnancy and your treatment adjusted if necessary. Answered by Dr. Wiam Hussein – Consultant Endocrinology

TODDLER WALKING IN NIGHT

My nearly two-year son is usually a good sleeper. However, recently he has been waking up early hours of the morning for over an hour to sometimes two hours. He is wide awake when this happens and wants to get up. Any advice? As your child is usually a good sleeper, it is highly likely that your recent sleep problems are a temporary presentation due to a developmental leap, like a language explosion for example. Some development stages have a greater impact on sleep than others and a long wakeful period overnight is very often what parents will observe. However, I would also suggest to parents that long wakeful periods overnight may also be indicative of over-tiredness. So I would advise that you ensure that your child is still having a daytime sleep of around two hours and that the nap happens after noon and not before. In tandem with this, I would suggest that bedtime would need to happen within five hours of the nap ending. This can help make sure that your child is not overtired going to bed and that a wakeful period overnight is avoided. Obviously, I would encourage you to examine his diet and outside activity and also any over reliance on television/electronics, as all of these factors too may contribute to the problem described. Answered by Susan – Consultant Pediatrics & Neonatology

Dr. Maya Mansour Special Dental Care Center

HEALTHY SMILE

BACK TO SCHOOL DENTAL TIPS:

Dental tips to start school with a healthy smile.

1. Schedule a visit with a pediatric dentist for check-up, cleaning and applying protection to minimize the risk of decay.

Dental care is important all year round, but a back to school checkup is very important after a summer vacation full of ice cream, sugary snacks etc.

2. Treat their cavities before school to avoid absence due to dental pain and the negative effect of cavities on their developmental, social and psychological status.

Even if your child’s teeth look clean and white from outside, dental decay could be hiding beneath and in between the teeth.

3. Buy them new toothbrush and toothpaste of their choice to motivate them brush their teeth and make it a regular habit twice a day for 2 minutes.

Maintaining your child’s oral health is an integral part of getting him prepared to school with a confident, healthy and pain free smile..

4. Pack for them healthy lunch and snacks including fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, cheese... and try to replace the juices with plain water.

Recomended by Dr. Maya Mansour – General and Pediatric Dentistry at Special Dental Care Center

5. Encourage them wearing a properly fitting mouth guard while participating in organized sports to protect their teeth.

s p e c i a l o f f e r:

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MEET THE

EXPERTS

We have a wide range of experts on hand to answer your question on everything from pregnancy, sleeping issues, feeding, fitness and general well-being. If you have any question, be sure to get in touch with our doctors!

FAMILY THERAPIST Dr. Lamar Kanafani

Dr. Sayed Moh’d Alsaffar

The island’s first, and only, licensed marriage and family therapist. Lamar regularly receives referrals from doctors, teachers and other professionals. To contact Lamar, call: 36009665

Dr. Sayed graduated from Misr University for Science & Technology. He obtained his Saudi board in Neurology in 2012 and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Sayed treats all types of headaches and stroke and has 12 years of experience in the field of Neurology. For appointments call 17246800

CONSULTANT PEDIATRICS & NEONATOLOGY

MEET THE EXPERT

Dr. Arjun C. Dey

CONSULTANT - NEUROLOGY

Dr. Arjun holds a Graduate (MBBS ) and Post Graduate (Pediatrics FCPS) degrees from Bangladesh. He is also an MD (Neonatology) and has completed Clinical Fellowship in Neonatology at University Hospital, Singapore and Mt. Sinai Hospital, Canada. For appointments call 17246800

CONSULTANT - DERMATOLOGY Dr. Reeti Malhotra Dr. Reeti MD, DNB acquired her Master’s degree in Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, from K.E.M. Hospital & Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai. She has also published a number of research papers on her specialty. She is qualified to treat all skin, hair and nail issues one may have. For appointments call 17246800

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST Dr. Lynda Hanratty Lynda, BSc-SLP Speech and Language Pathologist, specializes in the treatment of children with Autism, Global Developmental Delay, Apraxia of Speech, Stuttering, Speech Sound Disorders and ‘Late Talkers’. Contact Lynda at: 38383760 or lyndahanratty@thinkinc.me

CLINICAL NUTRITION & DIETETICS Dr. Danah Quintana Ms. Danah is a registered Dietitian at Royal Bahrain Hospital. With almost 10 years of experience, Ms. Danah offers Pre and Post Op Diet plans as well as comprehensive Programs for Bariatric surgery patients and Weightless Diet Programs. For appointments call 17246800

Ask the experts... If you have a question regarding any aspect of your pregnancy, new baby or toddler, please get in touch. Email us at mib@mumsinbahrain.net or visit and share your questions on our Facebook Page @mumsinbahrain

ADMISSIONS

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@ HIDD

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BACK TO SCHOOL W

BACK TO SCHOOL

hether your child is starting school for the first time, moving to a new school or transitioning from primary school to high school, it will definitely be a big change. The challenges that will be faced aren’t limited to your child, though: this is a change for the whole family. While your child has new surroundings and expectations to become accustomed to, you have new routines and emotional support to provide, and a new school community to join, and your school kid’s siblings might feel the change too.

Heading to school will bring with it lots of new challenges, but it’s sure to be an exciting time for you all. All of us here wish you the best for a smooth transition!

ADJUSTING TO NEW ROUTINES The school year will be filled with routines; it’s the only way to get your child to school on time, keep up with notices and events, and get everything else done as well. The routines you decide to set will depend on many things and it’s worth trying a few different ways that work for you, your child and your family but there are a few tips the experts can offer to get you started on the right track. The first is this: don’t wait until the last minute to try getting a routine going. “Start the routine week before the first day”. advises Susan, who provides guidance to students and parents. “This includes getting a set bedtime and a morning routine established.” Of course, this can be tricky to enforce during the summer holiday, but even a week of a new routine before school starts will set the pace for the year. Your new routine needs a few harsh realities, too. “Ensure your rule includes

no television of a morning or at least until they are up, dressed, breakfast eaten, teeth brushed and bag packed, ready to walk out the door,” advises Susan. “If they are ready early, some television or computer games are permitted but only after they are ready.

THE LUNCH BOX CHALLENGE School lunch boxes can pose an enormous challenge when you’re a new school parent. You need to navigate the world of allergies and food intolerances (those of your child or their classmates), school rules, your child’s food preferences (and perhaps fussiness) and trying to set up your child for healthy eating habits and all with limited time. Oh boy! The number one potential pitfall to be wary of is giving in to the call of too many packaged foods. Danah, advises, “Processed food is so easy and attractive to kids and time-stressed parents, but hidden in these processed foods are

are unacceptable amounts of salt and sugar. Eating real whole food and ensuring that children receive a balance of carbohydrates, proteins and fats means that the young students won’t experience fluctuating blood sugar levels (highs and lows) and will actually be able to concentrate better in class and may avoid afternoon energy slumps.”

TIME TO BE AN ORGANISATION NINJA There are other ways in which you’ll need to be super organised, too. For starters, says Ghada, “Label everything all clothing, bags, lunch box, drink bottle: everything.” Things are bound to get lost, but hopefully they’ll be returned to you if they’re labelled clearly. Kelly suggests getting uniforms ahead of time, too. “Don’t leave the purchase of shoes until just before school starts,” she says. “It is a good idea if your child has time to walk around at home in their shoes so there aren’t tears and sore feet on the first day.” Being organised can be helpful to your sanity and your child’s coping mechanisms.

school is scary and bad,” says Lamar. Instead, take your child to school with positivity. “Staying calm and happy yourself will help children do the same,” advises Ghada. Once you are safely out of sight, any tears that want to fall are welcome to do so. Take it easy on yourself and perhaps arrange some activities that you enjoy for the first day or when you are feeling a bit down about it all.

SEPARATION ANXIETY

GET INVOLVED

If you think your child is the only one who might experience separation anxiety, well, you might be surprised. Many parents feel really emotional about their child starting school or heading into a new stage like high school, particularly on the first day when it can hit you that your child is gaining new independence. This is okay and perfectly normal but it is important to manage any outpourings of emotion to avoid negatively impacting on your child.

You are now part of a new school community, and this is a great opportunity to help out and meet other parents.

“Mum standing at the gate crying will only tell the child that his

“Research shows that having involvement in the school is really important for families,” says Lamar. Try to find a way to get involved, whether that’s with reading groups or the tuckshop or even at school council level. Meeting other parents socially can also be a good way to feel part of the school community. After all, being part of a community builds a sense of belonging.

BE YOUR CHILD’S BIGGEST SUPPORTER If you are a working parent, it can be a good idea to try and arrange a little extra time to be there for your child as they adjust to their new environment. “Take a couple of days leave during that first week,” suggests Ghada, so you can be there for the first day, get to know the teacher, take your little one to school and pick them up. Research has shown that family life has a huge effect on how well your child transitions to school. Your role is to provide a positive, secure and supportive environment that your new child school can rely on. The good news is that it’s likely that you are already doing that but it’s not worth taking this time to reflect on and discuss what this means to you. “It’s a good milestone to think long term and reflect on what’s really important in life,” says Ghada.

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Play

Gr oups

ne thing mothers ask when coming to our page is the availability of playgroups here in Bahrain. Here are our picks for the playgroups that you definitely need to check with your kids.

MUMS & TOTS

BUILDING BLOCKS

TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC

Yellow Submarine: Children aged 0 to 4 can participate with their guardian. We add lots of toddler toys to their already fun play area, and we sing, play music, and have snacks (and coffee for the adults). For more information, call 17 000 037 (Saar Mall) www.yellowsubmarinekids.com

Yellow Submarine: Open from Sat to Wed: 9 am to 10 pm, Thurs to Fri: 9 am to 11 pm. Yellow Submarine’s play area now includes different kinds of building blocks for children of all ages to explore and learn. They can build cities, cars, houses, and anything their imagination fancies! For more information, call 17 000 037 (Saar Mall) www.yellowsubmarinekids.com

Twinkle Twinkle Center: Wednesday, 4:30pm to 5:30pm. Bring your favorite teddy and let’s enjoy making your own snacks and treats! Followed by a story with teddy and music time too! For ages 18 months to 3 years. For more information, call 17 700 412 (Saar) Instagram: @twinkletwinklecenter

Sundays, 9:30am - 11:30am

WADDLERS

Monday & Wednesday, 9:30am - 10:30am My Gym This stimulating program introduces balancing, tumbling, hanging and agility skills, which help the children develop a love of physical activity and a sense of pride in their achievements. For ages 14 months - 22 months. For more information, call 17 566 566 (Seef Area) Instagram: @mygymbahrain

TRANQUIL POTTERY STUDIO

SUMMER CAMPS

Every Day

Studio Ceramics: If you are looking for a place where your kids can relax while channeling their inner creativity through the art of pottery painting, Studio Ceramics is the place to be. They can create their own masterpiece from a wide collection of brique and paints! For more information, call 17 002 911 (Budaiya) Instagram: @studioceramicsbh

Every Day

GYMSTERS

Monday and Wednesday, 10:45am My Gym:: During this engaging class, the youngsters are elated as they sing, dance, swing, play games, watch puppet shows, take turns on special rides, and have “Surprise Time!”. The Gymsters feel great about themselves as they learn gymnastics in a constantly changing program with fresh ingredients and new equipment setups each week. For ages 1 year and 11 months to 2.5 years. For more information, call 17 566 566 (Seef Area) Instagram: @mygymbahrain

FIT KIDS

Sunday & Tuesday, 4:15pm 5:00pm Twinkle Twinkle Center: Fitness and gross motor skills are an important part of growth and development. Each week coach Amr will lead the children in a program developed specially for children, to improve fitness, core strength and balance. For more information, call 17 700 412 (Saar) Instagram: @twinkletwinklecenter

Wednesday, 4:30pm to 5:30pm

MUMS & TOTS PLAY

Tuesdays 9:30am - 10:30am Play Bahrain: Running twice weekly, this caters for toddlers looking to run off some excess energy while making friends with the added extra bonus of being given the chance to make a huge, big mess! From finger painting to exploring buckets of foam, these sessions develop tiny sensory fingers and imaginations. All products are non-toxic and edible should your toddler decide to take a mouthful or two! For ages 1 years - 3 year. For more information, call 17 564 900 (Seef Mall) www.playbahrain.com

KIDDLYWINKS

COOKING STUDIO

PLAY DATE

Chaoss: This program aims to bring babies and toddlers together with their parents to teach them how to interact with other children, how to play together, to promote hand-eye coordination, early speech, early movement and walking and general child development skills. For ages 6 months to 36 months. For more information, call 17 592 096 (Saar) www.gymnasticsbahrain.com

Ready Get Set Cook: is the first cooking studio in Bahrain. What makes them unique is that they offer a walk in sessions, which do not require a booking and that run throughout the day. So kids can walk into the studio at any time during opening times, decide how many recipes they would like to try and each lasts an hour. The dishes in the studio are changing from time to time depending on the schedule. For more information, call 17 000 260 (Saar Mall) Instagram: @readygetsetcook

My Gym: Play Date is the program that gives your children a chance to practices their skills learnt in class the previous week and new skills as well. There isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t any structure class held during this program. Children play freely and use our facility. This is for everyone, of all ages. It is free for enrolled. For more information, call 17 566 566 (Seef Area) Instagram: @mygymbahrain

Tuesday, 10:00am - 11:15am

BUSY BABIES

Wednesday, 3:30pm 4:30pm Twinkle Twinkle Center: This session is aimed at allowing babies to experience musical instruments, unusual baby safe toys, and baby-safe sensory area, all of which are geared to encouragE exploration through the senses. Babies start to interact with others and added bonus is that parents and caregiver can enjoy the company of other parents in a comfortable, happy environment. For more information, call 17 700 412 (Saar) Instagram: @twinkletwinklecenter

Every Day

WHIZ KIDS/ CHAMPIONS

Tuesday and Sunday, 4pm-5pm My Gym: These children are now ready to refine and master basic gross motor skills such as running, jumping, hopping, skipping, throwing, kicking and catching. Designed to prepare a child for group sports and instill a sense of confidence in connection with physical activity, our Whiz Kids program emphasizes each of these important skills. The children build strength, balance, agility, flexibility and co-ordination in this one hour program, as our instructors maintain a positive, supportive and noncompetitive atmosphere. Our Whiz Kids are showered with praise as they develop perseverance and self-control. For ages 4.5 - 8. For more information, call 17 566 566 (Seef Area) Instagram: @mygymbahrain

MIGHTY MITES

Sunday & Tuesday, 4:15pm 5:00pm My Gym: With greater independence comes the ability to participate without the parent, and Mighty Mites are lavished with positive reinforcement for self-reliance and following directions. Strength, flexibility, and agility are increased, as the teachers introduce gymnastic skills with the safest spotting techniques and communication through language geared to build self-esteem and confidence. For more information, call 17 566 566 (Seef Area) Instagram: @mygymbahrain

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SPORT C L U B S

ooking for after school sporty activities for your child? Look no further! Here we have the list of sports activities you can find on the island today. Most of these are recommendations from the beloved members of our community.

TEKKERS ACADEMY

Busaiteen, Riffa, and Saar

ACADEMIES AT BRITISH SCHOOL OF BAHRAIN

WINNERS FOOTBALL ACADEMY

One of the most popular places to go for when it comes to sports activities is the Academy at the BSB. The academy includes Football, Basketball, Gymnastics, Tennis, Taekwondo and Swimming classes for everyone to enjoy! For more information, call 17 610 943

WFC offers the best football playing, training, entertaining services for all. They are offering personal training and kids football training through individual programs or boot camps. For more information, call 38 085 535 or 17 442 434

Hamala

Isa Town

www.instagram.com/gowfc

academies.britishschoolbahrain.com

WATER DISCOVERY Alba Club, Riffa

An all inclusive facility, a fitness centre, a personal training centre, a group exercise centre, nutrition and counseling centre. Activities included are Taekwondo, Flexi Kids, MMA Kids and Ladies Fitness Programs. For more information, call 17 692 424

www.waterworld-discovery.com

www.lifefit-bahrain.com

Riffa

SPORT CLUBS

Janabiya

They teach your child (2 to 6 years old) how to perform self-rescue inside water in less than 6 weeks! They either go to your house or to your child’s nursery or you can come to their swimming pool! For more information, call 33330805

JC’S TENNIS ACADEMY Inspiring athletes of life by building character, confidence and independence in the sport of Tennis. Their family of coaches are dynamic, influential and innovative and live by the JC’s values in providing the highest standard in tennis coaching and mentorship through an unrivaled cool atmosphere. For more information, call 17 233 111 http://jcstennis.com

LIFE FIT

ALBANNA MARTIAL ARTS CENTER Juffair

Children, Youths and Adults can enjoy Kickboxing, Muay Thai and MMA classes at the Albanna Martial Arts Center. Get fit, lose weight and have fun with the best and most professional martial arts center in Bahrain. For more information, call 36 668 390, 35 600 792 www.instagram.com/albannamac

Tekkers Academy is available for ages 18 months - 18 years, girls and boys. UEFA & AFC qualified coaches. For more information, call 37 709 010, 39 319 464 www.instagram.com/tekkers_bahrain

SPARTA Saar

Extended Sports, Arts and Activities provision of St Christopher`s School, Bahrain. SPARTA enables participants to enjoy and learn in a variety of different ways on its ever developing activities programme. For more information, call 17 605 190 www.sparta-bh.com

EXTREME SPORTZ BEAUCRAFT BAHRAIN Reef Island

Extreme sports like Flyboard, x-Jet sidewinders and Jetpack, Jetovators, Hoverboards etc. Soon to include Parasail and pearl diving. For more information, call 77170034 http://extremesportz.me

MUHARRAQ HORSE RIDING SCHOOL Muharraq

Ready to meet all your requests for group visits parties. They also have camels, Arabian horses and Shetland Ponies for rent. Bouncy Castle for children. For more information, call 39 858 770 http://mhrschool.net

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A RT & C R A F T ARTOLOGY BAHRAIN Saar

Artology is a place where arts is taught, experienced redefined. Each age group is divided into a separate class. each class deals with similar projects which include artist information, media and technique discussion, critique and idea exchange. Our classes are based around projects which focus on specific ideas. Every project is new, different and changes from time to time. As long as we are exploring, our projects are forever changing. For more information, call 36 790 785 www.artologybh.org

L’ATELIER ART LOUNGE Seef Mall

L’Atelier Art Lounge is a dynamic & artistic place where you can learn all types of painting and crafting on objects such as wood, glass, porcelain, ceramic, textile, fabrics, and more. L’atelier Art Lounge Cafe Menu is also available from 10 am to 10 pm with a wide fresh variety of food and beverage, carefully selected to fit adults and children’s needs. For more information, call 17 551 144 http://www.latelier-artlounge.com

CUPS OF ART

ART & CRAFT

Amwaj Lagoon

Cups of Art is a pleasant cafe-style ambiance to inspire you to discover the art in yourself. You do not have to be an artist, just express yourself in colours and you will be surprised by your creativity. They have a variety of workshops and classes every month so be sure to check their social media pages! For more information, call 16 030 721 Instagram @cupofart.bh

THE ART THERAPY CENTRE BAHRAIN Riyadat Mall, A’ali

The Art Therapy Centre is a unique art centre that is led by Dalal Al Sindi, a Certified Bahraini Art Therapist that practices a new form of therapy that specializes in visual expression, imagery and the creative process. They have different workshops every month that can be through group sessions or individual sessions. For more information, call 33 486 060 www.arttherapybh.com

STUDIO CERAMICS Janabiya

Art through pottery and painting! Studio Ceramics is a modern tranquil pottery painting studio for kids of all ages. Let your kids be creative with their design with a wide selection of bisque and paint colors. Saturday to Thursday from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm and Tuesdays from 9:30 am to 9:30 pm. For more information, call 17 00 2911 @studioceramicsbh

CRAFTZANIA

Nakheel Centre, Saar An event based concept that offers arts and crafts for kids under the supervision of qualified assistances, such as wood and pottery painting, card making, scrapbooking pages that could be framed and hanged or inserted in a photo album and much more. For more information, call 17 281 788, 38 803 397 www.craftzania.com

ARTZANIA Ramli Mall

Boys and Girls from 3-14 can enjoy our unique clay modeling activities at anytime, parents can drop off their kids at Artzania to have peace of mind shopping while the kids having fun and learning. They also have classes for Clay Modeling. Weekdays from 12:00 pm to 08:00 pm and Weekends from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm. For more information, call 17 640 663 http://artzania.com

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JUMPING CLAY Seef Mall

Jumping Clay specialises in developing exclusive educational programmes and individual clay activities for children, teenagers and adults. All of the progressive programmes are based on basic shapes and step by step modelling guides. Learn to observe, discovering the individual characteristics, breaking them down and creating them just the way you see it. For more information, call 32 211 179 www.jumpingclaybh.com

Having over 25 years experience of producing and teaching all aspects of pottery making, we offer great classes for adults and children. For more information, call 39 429 447 www.ezartpottery.com

WILD ABOUT ART & CRAFT Manama

Enjoy a fun, instructor-led painting class where you can paint a canvas, listen to great music and sip your favourite beverage. Grab your friends, a date or even come on your own and meet new friends. They also have online classes. For more information, call 33 365 906 www.wildaboutartandcraft.com

D A N C E & M U S IC Saar

The 7th Wave is a Bahrain-based school that provides performing arts and fitness courses, drop-in classes, weekend workshops and week intensives. They have an incredible array of offerings for kids, teens and adults! They also host workshops for adults, kids, teens and weekly workshops during school breaks. For more information, call 38 071 777 www.the7thwave.me

BALLARE STUDIO Saar

BAHRAIN BALLET CENTRE

Ballare School of Performing Arts has a wide variety of classes, range from highly technical to fun and easy-going. They cater to individual goals, needs, and skills, for students of all ages, and abilities. Ballet, Contemporary, Cheerleading, Acrobatics, Astanga Yoga, Hip Hop, Break Dance, Tap Dance and much more! Please visit their website for all the classes that they are offering. For more information, call 39 251 281, 17 300 021

Learn to dance at Bahrainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first ballet school. The centre offers classes for all levels of interest and ability. From those who are looking for a fun activity to the serious student taking annual accredited examinations. Pointe, Imperial Ballet, Jazz, Tap Dance and Modern Theatre are just some of the courses available at Bahrain Ballet Centre. For more information, call 17 693 232

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Victoria Dance is an inclusive school, welcoming students of all ages and abilities. Students participate in annual IDTA examinations to recognise their progression and development, as well as participating in the exciting summer shows. Classes include ballet, tap, modern jazz, Riverdance, hip hop to burlesque, and range from toddlers through to adult classes. For more information, call 39 876 215

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A place where they aspire to train performers, leaders, speakers, musicians, singers, actors and positive smiling team players! They also offer their young students the opportunities with their theatre company, MASK (Music And Stage for Kids), which provides exciting broadway style performance opportunities for all ages whilst giving the local community a chance to watch high quality musical and theatrical productions. For more information, call 39 047 734

Room 2 Rock is a Bahrain-based music loving institution that seeks to provide: quality musical instruments and accessories at reasonable prices; instrument training and music related services. Available in Ukulele, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Drums, Bass, Keyboard and Vocals. For more information, Saar - 17611785, Adliya - 17745203

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The courses that they are offering are based on the LAMDA Performance and Communication syllabus. Students are examined and accredited by LAMDA (London Academy of Dramatic Arts), which has a reputation for excellence and is well known in the field of Drama/Theatre Studies. Their staff are all highly qualified and dedicated individuals with backgrounds in education, theatre, literature, film and communications. For more information, call 66 690 030 www.ssdabahrain.com

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Life in Music offers individual & group class for Piano, Violin, Cello, Vocal, Classical Guitar, Music Theory & History, Art Classes and Ballet Classes. For more information, call 17625583

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LASTLY, WHY DO YOU THINK PLAY TIME IS IMPORTANT FOR CHILDREN AT THE YOUNG AGE?

hen the weather allows, it’s great to get out and about with your kids, but as we get into this hot weather on the island, one of the go to places for parents here in Bahrain are the indoor play centers. If you still haven’t found the right place for your child, you really need to check out Noor Land Party & Play Area.

WHAT IS NOORLAND?

N O O R L A N D E N T E R TA I N M E N T

Noorland Hall For Entertainment located in Al Aali Shopping Complex, in Al Seef district, and is established since around only one year, in July 2016.

WHAT CAN PEOPLE EXPECT WHEN THEY VISIT NOORLAND? Noorland is an ideal play center for kids between one and twelve years. Noorland forms an integral part in society by providing a platform to children for social interaction and active play in a safe, supervised, kid-friendly

atmosphere and stimulating environment for kids to play in and explore, for unlimited time of FUN!

WHAT ARE THE ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE FOR KIDS? With challenging, imaginative soft playground area, slides, trampoline, climbing wall, ball pools, shooting guns, arcade and electronic games, and more, kids will be entertained for hours. Furthermore, the parents can enjoy hours of close interaction with their children or relax in our sitting areas.

DO HAVE OTHER SERVICES BESIDES PLAY TIME? Yes absolutely! Noorland is the perfect place for field trips, for kids in elementary schools, pre-schools, and daycare centers. Kids can have a fun time in a safe place. Also, Noorland’s birthday parties are extremely popular with children as well as their parents. Parties in Noorland include fun filled agendas and fully customizable themes. Noorland looks after all aspects of the party starting with the

Play is important to healthy brain development. It is through play that children at a very early age engage and interact in the world around them. It allows children to create and explore a world they can master, conquering their fears. As they master their world, play helps children develop new competencies that lead to enhanced confidence and the resiliency they will need to face future challenges. The best reward to school’a children is play time! Firstly, it breaks the routine set by the school hours and hence gives them a feel of relief and secondly allows them to use their creativity while developing their imagination, dexterity, and physical, cognitive, and emotional strength.

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time for big bed

oving your toddler from a cot to a bed is an important milestone.

There is no “best” time to move your toddler from a crib to a bed. While most little ones begin transitioning to a big kid bed somewhere between ages 2 - 3 ½, there really are no rules about making the switch. Moving from a crib to a bed is a huge transition for little ones that can result in night wandering, new fears, and new insecuritie Heading to school will bring with it lots of new challenges, but it’s sure to be an exciting time for you all. All of us here wish you the best for a smooth transition!

TIME FOR BIG BED

NEW MILESTONE When you decide to introduce this milestone depends on several things. Perhaps your little one has outgrown their cot or has started to climb out of it. Maybe you are potty training and your toddler needs to access the toilet at night, or maybe you have a new baby on the way. If you are expecting another baby then it’s recommended that you

either make the move from cot to bed at least six to eight weeks before, or three to four months after the new arrival. The former will give your toddler enough time to settle in before the new arrival ‘takes over’ their cot, while the latter allows them to adjust to the new baby.

TIME IT RIGHT If your child is also going through another major milestone (like being potty trained, starting playschool or adjusting to a new baby) then moving from a cot to a bed will understandably be a bit trickier. Talking to your toddler in the weeks leading up to the move is an important preparation, as well as emphasising how exciting their new bed will be.

LET YOUR CHILD GET IN ON THE ACTION Once they are familiar with the idea of a bed then you can start taking some practical steps that involve your toddler, like choosing the bed (after you’ve done the groundwork and narrowed them down) and bedding. Allow your child to play an active role in making the transition by allowing him to choose the bed

and new bedding. You want your child to feel as safe and secure as possible. If you already have a cot bed then that’s one buy to tick off your list. If not, you’ll need to decide on whether opt for a children’s bed or a standard single bed. A child’s bed is smaller so will be easier for your toddler to get in and out of, as well as cheaper, and should last until your child’s bed is more practical too.

BED SAFETY A major adjustment for both you and your toddler to contend with is that they are no longer contained at sleeptime and free to get out of bed as they please, so bedtimes and early mornings will inevitably present some child wandering challenges. You’ll no doubt have childproofed their room already, find the right spot in the room — that means away from windows, blind cords, draperies, radiators, heat registers and wall or floor lamps and ensure the floor is clear of anything they can trip over or bump into in the dark. Check joints, screws or other hardware regularly to ensure they are not loose

PRACTISE PATIENCE Your toddler will inevitably get up at bed-time or during the night. If this happens just lead them back to bed, say goodnight and leave the room with minimal fuss or interaction. Try not to engage in conversation or spend too long in the room this way your toddler will quickly tire of getting up after a few nights. It’s important to stay calm because getting angry will only keep your toddler awake for longer as a result of a rush of adrenalin brought on by fear or excitement. When it comes to early morning, this can be even more frustrating as well as dangerous, as your toddler is less likely to be tired may want to explore the house at an ungodly hour. Closing their bedroom door and leaving out some of their favourite toys to keep them occupied might help contain them for a short time. However, if they can open their door then consider using a safety gate in the doorway or reinstalling a stair gate at the top of the stairs and closing/ locking bathroom doors etc. so they can’t access anywhere unsafe. Installing a landing nightlight is also worthwhile Depending on what time they rise, you can either choose to bring them into bed with you for a family snuggle or decide to start the day bit earlier.

CHOOSING A TODDLER BED Start with a toddler bed. Toddler beds are usually the same size as cots, and some cots even convert to toddler beds. They reduce the risk of your child falling out of bed and being hurt. And you can keep using your cot mattress and bedding. Use a single bed. An advantage of a single bed is that it all last a long time, although a single bed increases the risk of injury from falls.

USE A SPECIAL LIGHT AND/OR A WAKE UP CLOCK White noise is especially helpful for drowning out noise and has a calming effect on newborns, toddlers, and preschoolers alike. You can simply download a white noise track from iTunes. You set up the wake up clock for what time your child is allowed to get up. In theory, he/she will not come out of his/her room until the wake-up picture is displayed on the clock (the wake up clocks work well for some children but not others).

BEDRAILS -A NECESSITY? Using a bedrail is entirely your choice but, according to the feedback of our Mums in Bahrain comunity members they are unnecessary. They recommend using a rolled up towel along the edge of the bed under the sheet and putting a few extra pillows on the floor for the first few weeks to break their fall if they do manage to slip off the bed. However, if you would prefer to use a bedrail or inflatable bed guards then remember to take them down once your toddler can climb in and out of bed, as they can often remain up needlessly for long periods.

Some reasons for moving from cot to bed: 1.

Your child has started climbing out of the cot.

You have a new baby who needs the cot.

Your child is toilet training and you want your child to be able to get to the toilet easily during the night.

You’ve decided to move your child out of your bed and into her own bed.

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SKIN CONDITIONS AND ACNE

r. Reeti Malhotra, Consultant Dermatologist at Royal Bahrain Hospital clarifies the common reasons behind acne and the various ways to successfully treat the same.

ACNE Acne vulgaris or “pimples” as it is commonly called is a self-limiting disorder of the “oil” or the sebaceous glands. Around 95% of the population has experienced an outbreak of acne at some point in their lives. It is a sign of the onset of puberty. Most people recover by the early twenties; however it is now persisting into the late adult life as well.

SKIN CONDITION

WHAT CAUSES ACNE?

Acne is caused by blocks in pores, (blackheads & whiteheads), excess oil production, infection by a bacteria and a fungal organism in some instances, inflammation and hormonal imbalance like PCOD, which is very common these days. Diet, stress, medication and occupational factors may also cause acne. The areas with higher proportion of oil glands are usually involved like the face, chest and back. It progresses through stages of white/black heads to red spots/pus filled to marks, pigmentation and scars.

WHY IS ACNE WORTH TREATING? Affected individuals are required to wash the areas two to three times a day, with a special cleanser to unblock the pores. Creams containing Vitamin A, acid derivatives, and topical antibacterial agents are used for mild acne. For moderate and severe or unresponsive acne, oral medication is prescribed. They could be antibiotics, oral contraceptive pills or Isotretinoin (Roaccutane), which is a wonder drug for acne. It is capable of curing a large group of people, but has to be taken under strict medical supervision to avoid the side effects associated with it.

ADJUNCTIVE THERACNE INVOLVES • Removal of black and white heads as they form, to prevent them changing to bigger spots. • Injections into larger bumps.

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• Chemical peels which help to exfoliate dead skin, open blocked pores and help to minimize acne pigmentation. • Scars are treated by a combination of various techniques like subcision, excision, Fraxel laser, platelet rich plasma (PRP), fillers, and fat injections. Early treatment of scars is likely to give very good improvement.

CONTACT All of the above medical and surgical treatments for active acne and scars are available at the Royal Aesthetic Centre at the Royal Bahrain Hospital. For appointments, call 17246800 or 17246939 For online bookings, visit www.royalbahrainhospital.com

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ere is one of our favourite spots in Bahrain Yellow Submarine! If you are searching for a good play area for your kids, this place is for you! The facility provides a place for parents to spend time with their children as well as meet other parents. It is a giant three-level play frame, which includes slides, ball pools, ball cannons, and a climbing wall for kids age 0 - 4. Check this out!

WHEN YELLOW SUBMARINE WAS FOUNDED? The Yellow Submarine was founded in 2013 with the aim of providing a safe, clean and quality indoor play environment that is both physically and mentally challenging for children aged up to 12 years. Children can play and climb in the playframe, but also build and solve puzzles. It has been proven that moving enhances learning, so why not do both at the same time!

DO YOU OFFER DAILY CLASSES? We offer Moms and Tots sessions for children aged 0 to 4, during which we add lots of toddler toys to our play area. We also sing songs and have snacks for the kids and coffee or tea for the adults. Dads and grandparents are welcome too! Sessions are every Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday morning from 9:30am to 11:30am.

CAN WE CELEBRATE BIRTHDAY PARTIES IN YOUR STORE?

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Yes of course. We have a large party room which customers can use for birthday parties. For more info about birthday parties please contact us directly.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF PLAY? We see the benefits of play on a daily basis: children who come to the Yellow Submarine come out running around the frame, having used their creative skills and team skills to build large structures, and in many cases ready for a good night’s sleep and this is, for many parents, the greatest benefit of all!

To keep updated with Yellow Submarine activities calendar, follow them on Instagram: @yellowsubmarinebh

HOW TO PROMOTE HEALTHY, VALUABLE PLAY? CHILDREN LEARN TO HANDLE THEIR EMOTIONS, INCLUDING ANGER AND FEAR, DURING PLAY. DO YOU BELIEVE IN THIS MANTRA? On a daily basis we see children negotiate who gets to build a castle first, or deciding how to take turns, or agreeing not to destroy someone else’s tower, or even learning to argue ‘in a civil manner’ with another child who knocked down their Lego house! We have seen many children afraid of going down slides taking their courage into their hands and going for it. Or children who are naturally more shy lose all inhibitions when they run around and play. So definitely we would agree that children learn to handle their emotions during play.

Capturing

MEMORIES Anyone who has ever been in contact with a new baby knows that the glorious squishiness of your tiny little newborn lasts for a very short time indeed. In a few short weeks, your little baby will have transformed into a sturdier thing, full of smiles and beginning to show a little attitude too! All too soon, you forget how tiny they once were. As a society, we’re capturing family life on film more than ever, thanks to camera phones and digital technology. But for family photographs you want to keep forever, you can’t beat the skill of a professional and now savvy parents are scheduling in a parenthood to capture their beautiful little ones while they’re in that gorgeous newborn stages.

MAKING THE CHOICE Choosing the right photographer for your newborn shoot is essential and clearly you need to be doing your research when you are pregnant. “There’s definitely an art to it; you need to be able to handle a newborn baby and you need to be very confident with them,” says Lucy, who has five children between her and her husband, James. “If you have new parents coming into your studio with their newborn baby, if you’re all fingers and thumbs with the baby, they won’t be confident in you. A lot of newborns come in during their first two weeks, so you need a relaxed atmosphere and a very warm studio. I would always put two hours aside for a newborn shoot, because the baby inevitably will need to be fed during the shoot, especially breastfed babies.”

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The timing of the shoot is vital too. “If you want real newborn pictures, you’re talking about the first two weeks” Lucy explains. “That’s to get them when they’re still in that fetal, scrunched up position and when someone is looking for newborn shots, that’s generally what they are looking for. But I had someone in on Saturday who said they had a section and didn’t feel up to coming in until the baby was six weeks old the limbs are getting bigger and you wouldn’t be able to get them into the positions you would have been able to when they were very new, but they are at a different stage and still amazing to photograph. So, what I say to people who think they have left it too late, no you haven’t, they are still your newborns.”

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The Kids’ Club offers various educational and recreational activities such as art, reading, children’s movies and programs, Lego and a host of other fun games. PLAY-CREATE-EXPLORE: • Owl Puppet • Family Tree

AL AREEN PALACE & SPA

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Discover the other side of Bahrain. A place far from the city lies a magnificent palace that offers the perfect blend of relaxation and intimacy to its guests. Al Areen Palace & Spa offers the travel connoisseur complete privacy in an alluring, peaceful haven that is rich in both spirituality and culture.

INTRODUCTION Al Areen Palace & Spa features 78 luxuriously appointed pool villas that impressively showcase mesmerising Arabian charm, and sophisticated elegance. A tasteful melding of traditional Middle Eastern design and stylish contemporary flair, our villas offer you an ideal retreat to unwind and relax in total privacy. Each villa features an open air, heated swimming pool and jet-pool, a sprawling master bedroom and en-suite facilities that include an over-sized infinity bathtub.

AL AREEN PALACE & SPA

OUR MAIN PHILOSOPHY

To create an exclusive community with an authentic atmosphere of tranquility, distinct luxury and distinctive exclusivity to meet the needs of a sophisticated client base. To offer our guests a unique experience and to provide the best services along with the elegant surroundings and highest quality in terms of location, accommodation, dining, entertainment, culture and sports.

WHAT MAKES AL AREEN MEMORABLE AND UNFORGETTABLE? Building off the Kingdom of Bahrain’s rich cultural heritage, the villas are a tasteful mélange of traditional Arabesque design and stylish contemporary flair. Its unique architecture emotes the rich history of Bahraini culture with a beautiful landscape that complements this oasis in the midst of the desert. It serves as an ideal retreat to unwind and relax in total privacy for families and couples. Each villa features an open air heated swimming pool and jet pool, a sprawling master bedroom, and en-suite facilities that include an oversized infinity bathtub.

DO YOU HAVE ANY KID-FRIENDLY FACILITIES FOR THE YOUNG GUESTS? Couples can enjoy a soothing massage at the spa, or treat themselves to a romantic candlelight dinner, while the children enjoy our Kids’ Club under the supervision of a dedicated attendant, trained and prepared to assist their needs with fun-filled games and activities.

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WHAT CAN THE GUEST EXPECT ON THEIR VISIT? The villas redefine desert opulence with 2 categories – Desert Pool Villas (400 sq. metre each) and Royal Pool Villas (740 sq. metre each). The 56 Desert Pool Villas house a single master bedroom with a king-sized bed, an inner courtyard, a private temperature controlled swimming pool with a Jacuzzi, a private dining room with a pantry, a private majlis accommodating up to 6 guests, an outdoor shower, executive desk, Wireless Internet connection, a flat screen TV with a home theatre surround sound system and coffee and tea making facilities. Whereas the 22 Royal Pool Villas house two bedrooms with king- sized beds each, a private temperature controlled swimming pool with two separate Jacuzzis, a large private dining room, a private majlis accommodating up to 10 guests, an outdoor shower, executive desk, Wireless Internet connection, three flat screen TVs with a home theatre surround sound system and coffee and tea-making facilities. To keep updated with Al Areen Palace & Spa events , follow them on: Instagram: @alareenpalaceandspa

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LUNCH BOXES Do you have ot her saving tips t hat you’d like t o share wit h ot her families? We’d love t o hear fr om you via our website or email at mib@mumsinbahrain.net

Part of starting a new school year for your child is the need to have the perfect lunchbox to keep them healthy while they are at school. If you are still looking for one, you will be able to find them on these suggested places from other Mums in our community!

KEEP IT SIMPLE Keeping food simple and colourful is the first step in preparing a lunch box for your child. Don’t feel you need to create a different lunch every day… parents are under so much pressure already, so aim to keep it real and keep it simple. We need to remind ourselves to take things back to basics with meat, vegetables, fruit and some nuts or seeds nothing fancy, nothing flashy. Children will soon tell you when they are bored with the same food every day.

LUNCHBOX IDEAS

WHAT DOES A BALANCED LUNCH BOX LOOK LIKE?

An interesting lunchbox has a variety of different items in it, to provide balanced nutrition and to add variety and choice to hungry, but sometimes choosy, eaters. It is good to include a range of ‘lunchbox staples’ as well as frequently changing exciting options: items such as fruit and vegetables, crackers, meat and dairy choices.

WHAT TO INCLUDE • Vegetables Sticks (cucumber, pepper, celery, carrot) alongside a dip such as hummus • Bite sized fruit (strawberries, raspberries, sliced peaches or nectarines, grapes, satsuma segments). Apples too, but they should have a little lemon juice on them to stop them from going brown. • A simple Fruit Salad can be made by combining several different bite-sized fruits and adding a little orange juice to keep them moist.

• Cooked Meats such as salami, ham, mortadella or pastrami are all good (make sure that the lunchbox has an ice compartment to keep them fresh though). • Fruit Yogurts or Fromage Frais are another great choice to provide calcium and a little natural sweetness. Again, make sure that the lunchbox is kept cold. • Cheese Cubes are also great favourites and often go well with crackers or fruit.

• Bread Sticks and Flat Breads are a great choice, with a soft cheese dip or hummus.

WHERE TO FIND LUNCH BOX: 1.

Yumbox at Yellow Submarine (Saar Mall)

Mothercare (Bahrain City Centre)

Pottery Barn Kids (Bahrain City Centre)

Manazel (Salmabad)

Daiso (Gudaibiya and Ramli Mall)

Virgin Megastore (Bahrain City Centre)

Homezone (Seef )

*Also available at Carrefour, Geant, Lulu Hypermarket and Centrepoint.

KID-FRIENDLY PASTA SALADS Raise your hand if you have a child who loves pasta! In order to keep the toddler lunchbox varied and full of fresh, vibrant veggies, we have listed below some creative ways to please toddler pasta craving while still serving a healthy, balanced meal.

TOMATO, CHICKPEA, CHEDDAR ANDSHELLS • 1/2 pound whole wheat or gluten-free orzo • 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped • 1/2 cup frozen, defrosted peas • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or melted butter • salt to taste METHOD: 1. Cook the pasta. 2. Toss warm pasta with the tomatoes, chickpeas, cheese and olive oil and finally, serve warm or at room temperature.

PEAS, CARROTS, AND ORZO SALAD • 1 cup orzo dry • 2 medium carrot • 1/2 cup green peas, frozen • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1/8 teaspoon salt METHOD: 1. Cook the pasta. 2. Then toss warm pasta with the carrots, peas, cheese and olive oil or melted butter and then serve warm.

SOUTH WESTER N PENNE SALAD • 1/2 pound whole wheat or gluten free penne • 1/2 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed (about 1 cup) • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper • 1/2 cup frozen defrosted or fresh corn kernels • 2 teaspoons lime juice • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 teaspoon honey • 1/2 teaspoon salt METHOD: 1. Cook the pasta. 2. Meanwhile, make the dressing by whisking together the lime juice, olive oil, honey and salt. 3. Toss together the warm cooked pasta, beans, pepper, corn and also the dressing. Then serve warm.

BROCCOLI AND EDAMAME SALAD • 1/2 pound 100% buckwheat soba noodles, whole wheat or gluten-free spaghetti • 1/2 cup broccoli florets • 1/2 cup frozen, defrosted, shelled edamame • 1 teaspoon honey • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds METHOD: 1. Start by cooking the pasta. Add the broccoli to the boiling water during the last minute of cooking. Drain the pasta and broccoli. Then set aside. 2. While the pasta is cooking whisk together the tamari, soy sauce, or coconut aminos with the honey and olive oil until well combined. 3. Finally, toss together the warm cooked noodles, broccoli, edamame, and dressing. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, then serve warm or at room temperature.

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CHICKEN SATAI

WITH PEANUT SAUCE

Peanut butter is packed full of energy as well as folic acid, calcium and zinc, so dunk in your chicken for a satisfying taste. PS: The whole family will love this child-friendly no-marinade recipe for super easy Chicken Satay Skewers. FOR THE MARINADE: 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp runny honey 1 tsp peanut butter (smooth or crunchy) 4 chicken breasts, cut into long strip FOR THE SAUCE:

METHOD: 1. Mix together all the ingredients for the marinade. 2. Flatten the chicken, cover with cling film and carefully bash it with a rolling pin. Cut each breast lengthways into 4 or 5 strips.

1 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 onion, finely chopped 1/2 tsp crushed dried chillies or 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce (or to taste) 100gm peanut butter (smooth or crunchy) 75ml coconut milk 75ml water 1 tsp soft brown sugar 8 wooden or bamboo skewers

3. Marinate the chicken for between 15 and 30 minutes. 4. Soak the skewers in cold water for 20 minutes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this stops them from burning or charring when cooking. 5. To make the peanut sauce, heat the vegetable oil in a pan and sautĂŠ the onion and chillies (if using) for 4 minutes. 6. Add rest of the ingredients (including sweet chilli sauce if using). 7. Bring to the boil, stirring, then cook for 2 minutes until thickened. 8. Pre-heat the grill. 9. Thread the chicken strips onto the skewers and grill for about 4 minutes each side, turning occasionally. LUNCHBOX IDEAS

10. Serve 2 skewers each with some of the dipping sauce.

BROCCOLI AND CHEESE CALZONE 1 package (10oz) broccoli, frozen 1 1/2 cups water 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast, active dry 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/3 cups flour, all-purpose 2 cups flour, whole wheat FOR THE SAUCE: 15 ounce ricotta cheese, part skimed milk 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated 1 large egg 1 teaspoon basil, dried 1/4 teaspoon – garlic powder SERVE WITH: 2 cups peaches, canned in own juice METHOD: 1. Thaw broccoli. 2. For the dough: Warm the water in the microwave for about 1 minute. 3. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and brown sugar in the warm water and let sit for 10 minutes. Stir the salt and oil into the yeast solution.

CHERRY PIE LARABAR 1/2 cup pecans, chopped 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped 1 cup almonds, whole 1 cup dates, pitted 1 cup cherries, dried 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon sea salt METHOD: 1. Add all ingredients to the bowl of your food processor and blend until the nuts are well chopped and a thick “dough” starts to form, about 3-5 minutes of processing. 2. When the ingredients are well incorporated, remove the blade from the food processor. Take 1 large tablespoon of the “dough” and roll it into a ball in between your hands. Repeat with remaining dough. Keep the balls in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer much longer.

4. Mix in 2 1/2 cups of the flour. Turn dough out onto a clean, well-floured surface and knead in more flour until the dough is no longer sticky. 5. Place the dough into a well-oiled bowl and cover with a cloth. Let the dough rise until doubled; this should take about 1 hour. 6. Punch down the dough and form a tight ball. Allow the dough to relax for a minute before rolling out. Divide dough into 6 equal parts. Roll each part into a circle, about 7 inches across. 7. Mix filling together. Stir in thawed broccoli. Top each half of dough circle with cheese mixture. Fold dough over filling. Pinch edge and press with fork to seal. 8. Place calzones on a cookie sheet. Bake for about 20 minutes at 375 degrees. Cool for 5 minutes. 9. Warm marinara sauce and spoon over warm calzones. Serve with peaches.

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BACK TO SCHOOL ENERGY BARS You can’t beat how easy, healthy and simple these energy bars are. Packed with a whole lot of goodies and no nasties that are super kind to little tummy’s. Incredibly easy to make and perfect for mid-morning, mid-afternoon, mid-anything snack to keep your little people healthy and happy too! 2 cups Mejdool dates (Bateel are my top choice of dates!) 1 cup Raw Coconut (or dessicated if it is hard to find freshly grated coconut) 1 cup Sunflower Seeds 1 cup Pumpkin Seeds 2 tbsp chia seeds mulberry’s to dress your bar (optional) METHOD:

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1. Mix all ingredients together in an S shaped blender for approximately 2-3 minutes or until your mix forms into a big sticky ball.

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2. Place your slab of gooey onto a baking tray which is covered with greaseproof paper. 3. Using clean hands spread the mix so that you have an approximate ½-inch thickness all round. 4. Place in the fridge to cool overnight. 5. Chop into little bars that are nice and easy to hold for little hands.

LITTLE BEARS MORNING PORRIDGE 1/4 cup oats 1/4 cup almond milk or 1/4 cup filtered water 1/2 banana mashed 1/2 fig mashed A couple of fresh dates 1 tsp flaxmeal Pinch of cinnamon METHOD: 1. Stir oats with almond milk or water for 5 minutes until your porridge thickens. 2. Add mashed banana, fig, dates, flax and cinnamon. 3. Pour into a bowl (we used a coconut) and dress with figs and banana.

MILLET RISOTTO This recipe is totally worth all the chopping, grating, whizzing and can be frozen too! 2 beetroots, finely grated 1 cup mllet 3 harlic cloves, finely ficed Celery 3 Sticks 1 Veg Stock (I use kallo organic low dalt) olive oil Apple cider vinegar Home-made pesto (basil, almonds, olive oil, Parmesan) A little black pepper METHOD: 1. Heat a splash of olive oil, cider vinegar, veg stock and diced garlic in a pan & add the finely chopped celery. 2. Add millet and toast a little in the pan before adding boiling water (2 1/2 cups). 3. Add grated beets, in the pan and cover. 4. Cook on a medium heat for approximately 30 minutes. 5. Make sure stir every 5-10 minutes anf add more water if needed. 6. Stir in fresh thyme and pesto. 7. Serve with crumbled feta anf lemon zest. SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2017 || WWW.MUMSINBAHRAIN.NET

NICE CREAM PERFECT AFTER SCHOOL SNACK Spinach and sweet cinnamon nice cream topped with Ally’s Kitchen Stories pecan granola, dessicated coconut and freeze-dried raspberry sprinkles. Simply blend a handful of spinach leaves, a ripe frozen banana (peel and slice before freezing) and a pinch of cinnamon and enjoy!

YOGHURT BARK Summertime was made for simple, refreshing, cool snacks. This yoghurt bark is super easy to make, tasty and guaranteed to wow your friends and little people! Winner Winner Yoghurt snack in between breakfast, lunch and dinner! My bark is made with Greek ‘FAGE’ yoghurt or you can make this a vegan version using coconut yoghurt. The best bit you can pick n mix your favourite fruits and crunch! 2 cups of your chosen yoghurt 1 ripe banana mashed 2 tbsp homemade almond butter 4 tbsp faked almonds 2 tbsp fresh coconut 2 tbsp pistachio 2 tbsp cranberry 1 tbsp chia seeds A sprinkle of fresh raspberry’s METHOD:

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1. Blend yoghurt, banana and almond butter in a food processor until smooth. 2. Spread your mix on a parchment-lined baking tin. 3. The fun part, a blank canvas ready to be dressed! 4. Drop your remaining ingredients and place in the freezer for a minimum of 4 hours (preferably overnight). 5. Once frozen, break apart into large pieces. 6. Now… eat a rainbow!

5 O f T h e B e s t S i t e s F o r K i d - F ri e n d l y R e c i p e S : Spending some time browsing the net, I was surprised to discover the number of websites with a significant variety of kid-friendly recipes to choose from. The sites MIB selected are kid-friendly with lots of images and best of all offer free content.

Disney Family Recipes https://family.disney.com/recipes/

Annabel Karmel

The Kitchn www.thekitchn.com

Yummy Mummy Kitchen www.yummymummykitchen.com

Super Healthy Kids www.superhealthykids.com

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VEGETARIAN SHEPHERD’S PIE Vegeterian Shepherd’s Pie that’s loaded with veggies and savory lentils and topped with fluffy mashed potatoes. So flavorful and satisfying that you won’t miss the meat! FOR THE MARINADE: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 carrot, peeled & diced 150gm butternut squash, peeled and diced 1 garlic clove 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 50gm green lentils, rinsed 400gm chopped tomatoes 2 tbsp tomato puree 1 tbsp sun-dried tomato paste 1 tsp sugar 200ml vegetable stock

METHOD: 1. Preheat oven to 200°C/400°F

FOR THE SAUCE: 500gm potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks 5 tbsp milk 15gm butter 100gm mature cheddar cheese, grated

2. Heat the oil in a large saucepan and sauté the vegetables for 10 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and balsamic vinegar and cook for 1 minute, then add the remaining ingredients and bring to the boil and simmer for 30–40 minutes until the lentils and vegetables are soft and the sauce is thick.

3. Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in salted water for 20 minutes or until tender when tested with a table knife. Drain and mash with milk and butter, then stir in most of the cheddar. Divide the sauce between the ramekins, top with mash and sprinkle on the remaining cheese. 4. Bake for 20 minutes in the pre-heated oven. SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2017 || WWW.MUMSINBAHRAIN.NET

SUSHI SANDWICHES The result was these “sushi” sandwiches. They are a fun take on a tuna sandwich crossed with a sushi roll. All you do is flatten your bread, fill it with healthy tuna fish salad, roll it up and then cut it into individual bites. It’s not only delicious, but an exciting treat that will impress your kids, be fun for them to eat and hopefully inspire you to keep thinking outside of the box -- the school lunch box, that is!! 3 pieces of whole wheat sandwich bread 1 xan of runa (I use albacore in water) 1 tsp capers, chopped 1 tbsp mayonnaise (plus more for spreading on the bread)

1/2 tsp dijon mustard 1 cucumber, cut into long, thin sticks 1 carrot, grated

METHOD: 1. Cut the crusts off of each slice of bread and roll out as thin as possible with a rolling pin. 2. Place the tuna, capers, mayonnaise and dijon mustard in a bowl and stir to combine. 3. Place the long side of the rolled out bread closest to you. 4. Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on each slice of rolled out bread. 5. Thinly spread 1/3 of the tuna mixture onto half of the bread lengthwise. 6. On top of the tuna mixture, arrange some of the cucumber sticks and grated carrot making sure not to over-stuff the roll (a little goes a long way). 7. Starting at the side closest to you (the filled end) tightly roll the tuna/cucumber/carrot mixture up and press to seal into a roll (I dab a bit of mayonnaise across the end of the roll to act as a glue sealing the roll).

LUNCHBOX IDEAS

8. Cut the roll into 4 even pieces and repeat with remaining bread and tuna mixture.

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