Author Dr Amanda Gummer

Dr Amanda Gummer

Child Development Expert

Amanda Gummer is a child development expert and play and parenting psychologist who has been helping children and families for over 20 years. Widely considered as THE go to expert on play, toys and child development, Amanda combines her theoretical knowledge (developing the Parent-Centred Parenting model of family life and the Fundamental Model of Child development) with a refreshingly pragmatic approach to family life, that resonates both with parents and professionals. Amanda is regularly in the media, and continues to take an active role in research, presenting a paper at the International Toy Research Association's World Congress in Portugal in July 2014. She is often involved in government policy around children's issues, contributing to the Bailey Report and the Childhood Inquiry. Amanda ran the research consultancy FUNdamentals for 10 years before combining that with the Good Toy Guide, the online play advice website that she set up in 2012, and the Good App Guide to create Fundamentally Children.

Can Nursery Art Help Brain and Vision Development in Babies?

Dr Amanda Gummer

12 June, 2015

Living, Kids Room

When my first child was born I was so boring when it came to decorating his nursery. Looking back I wanted everything to be boring in white, beige and grey. Little did I know that three years down the line the ...

12 Tips to Avoid Sibling Rivalry

Dr Amanda Gummer

13 April, 2015

Parenting, Kids

With the imminent arrival of the second royal baby, everyone's talking about having two under 2, and more importantly, sibling rivalry and what that means for the first born. We called on expert Dr Amanda Gumme...

What is The True Impact of Diet, Fitness, Stress & Toxins on Your Fertility?

How To Use Superfoods To Increase Fertility And General Wellbeing

Can Stress Make It Harder To Conceive?

Is a Fresh or Frozen Embryo Transfer Better?

Fertility In The Pandemic: What’s Going On?

COVID-19 And Fertility Treatment: What We Know So Far…

What IS The Perimenopause And What Does It Mean For My Fertility?

How To Look After Your Teeth During Pregnancy

What’s The Best Bra To Wear When Pregnant Or Breastfeeding?

What Happens If I’m Diagnosed With Covid-19 During Pregnancy?

Preparing For Birth: The Best Stretches To Help With Labour

Don't Panic! How To Survive The First 3 Months With Baby

Swaddling: What Are The Benefits? How To Do It Properly And Knowing When To Stop

The Best Treatments For Baby Eczema: Everything You Need To Know

How To Ensure Your Baby Sleeps Safely To Reduce The Risk Of SIDS

Don't Panic! How To Survive The First 3 Months With Baby

Why Is Reading Your Child A Bedtime Story So Important? (Plus Top 5 Bedtime Story Books)

7 Reasons We Love Ergobaby’s New Sustainable Baby Carrier

CORONAVIRUS: How Will The New Strain Affect Our Children?

How To Talk To Your Child About Starting School: Top Tips From A Headmistress

Best Bookshelves And Bookcases For Kids

21 Pairs Of Wellies Perfect For Splashing In Puddles

Best Children’s Books For Promoting Positivity And Wellness

3 Simple Friendship Bracelets

Loo Roll Marble Maze

Craft Stick Treasure Box from Nanny Anita

How to Make a Craft Stick Crossbow

Create A Dinosaur Nursery With These Roar-Tastic Accessories & Interior Ideas

Best Bookshelves And Bookcases For Kids

CYBEX Pallas G i-Size Car Seat: World’s First Group 1/2/3 i-Size Shield Seat

7 Reasons We Love Ergobaby’s New Sustainable Baby Carrier

Dr Amanda Gummer

Can Nursery Art Help Brain and Vision Development in Babies?

12 Tips to Avoid Sibling Rivalry