It's quite typical these days for kids to have their day, including play time, completely structured and planned out with timetables of classes and activities to follow. I have always struggled with this as I find it hard to have my girls' day with timings for everything. … [Read more...] about Thumbs Up for Free Play! Why Letting Kids Entertain Themselves Is A Good Thing
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Perfect Places To Stay On Your Somerset Hen Weekend
There are plenty of reasons to choose Somerset for a hen weekend. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing escape to the country, a night out in a big city or something in between, this is a place where you can find it all. … [Read more...] about Perfect Places To Stay On Your Somerset Hen Weekend
5 Tips To Protect Your Families Gadgets This Christmas
Over the past few months, you may have heard about rising security concerns as the number of internet connected devices in the home increases. It seems that these days just about every toy, device, or home appliance has internet connectivity or a related app. On one hand, this is … [Read more...] about 5 Tips To Protect Your Families Gadgets This Christmas
Toy Storage Ideas For Parents
It’s a problem every parent faces in their home: containing the chaos of your children’s toys. Having a messy home cluttered with loads of books, dolls, toy cars, Lego, and cuddly toys can be an eyesore and safety hazard. With lots of things lying around, you can start to feel … [Read more...] about Toy Storage Ideas For Parents
5 Things To Do To Avoid An Expensive Winter
Winter is just around the corner and it’s almost that time of year where it’s easy to feel a bit of financial pressure. Keeping your home warm, getting ill occasionally due to the cold weather, hosting plenty of Christmas parties, not to mention loads of Christmas shopping are … [Read more...] about 5 Things To Do To Avoid An Expensive Winter
How To Stay On Top Of Crucial House Maintenance
You already know all the things you should be doing to keep your home with good specs, like inspecting fire alarms, cleaning kitchen fans and running water in unused spaces to avoid bacteria build up. However, it’s not always easy to keep track of (or want to do) all of these … [Read more...] about How To Stay On Top Of Crucial House Maintenance
How To Stay Happy And Healthy Through Upheavals
Times of change are undoubtedly stressful. How can you keep yourself calm and feeling good during inevitable upheavals? You’ll be feeling a lot of emotions and probably not like yourself on top of everything else! Here are some tips you can use to stay on top of your own health, … [Read more...] about How To Stay Happy And Healthy Through Upheavals
Holiday Tips for Healthy Indulgence
Drinking alcoholic drinks at a party is an accepted social activity and one that many partake in because it's enjoyable and agreeable. But you might not know about the biochemical changes that go on in your body when you imbibe — apart from the inevitable hangover the next day, … [Read more...] about Holiday Tips for Healthy Indulgence
How to Get the Kids Excited About Going Back to School
The children have enjoyed an exciting few weeks off school, with day-trips to museums and a holiday spent running in puddles and snow. There’s been plenty going on! Add to this a generally later bedtime, more relaxed days and tons of fun with family and friends. … [Read more...] about How to Get the Kids Excited About Going Back to School
Laminate vs Vinyl Flooring
Laminate and Vinyl are incredibly alike and are both imitations of wood flooring. The main differences don’t automatically jump out at you as they are incredibly subtle. In this blog post, we’re going to show you how they differ, but also show you their benefits, and areas that … [Read more...] about Laminate vs Vinyl Flooring
10 Things to Do Before You Buy a New Car
Shopping for a new car can be a very exciting experience, but it's important not to let your excitement prevent you from thinking carefully about your purchase. After all, with a little luck, your car will be with you for a few years, so you want to make sure that it's going to … [Read more...] about 10 Things to Do Before You Buy a New Car
How To Know If Your Child Is Ready For A Cruise
A cruise is a wonderful family vacation opportunity. When you have young children, however, you may worry that they’re not ready yet. The last thing you want is to feel trapped on a boat with your kid when he or she won’t stop crying. Here’s a guide on how to know if your child … [Read more...] about How To Know If Your Child Is Ready For A Cruise
Baby Annabell Learns To Swim Launch Party With Rebecca Adlington
My girls were invited to an amazing event. They had the opportunity to attend a swimming lesson with Rebecca Adlington OBE, two time Olympic swimming gold medal winner! I feel so grateful for all the amazing opportunities my girls get! The event was to launch the new Baby Annabel … [Read more...] about Baby Annabell Learns To Swim Launch Party With Rebecca Adlington
How Kids Can Be Mobile Safe At School
There was a time, not so long ago, when having a mobile phone at school was simply not allowed. Times have changed and whilst mobile phones are still banned in a third of UK schools, they are welcome in some schools, with some guidelines and rules surrounding their usage, of … [Read more...] about How Kids Can Be Mobile Safe At School
Four Smart Security Tips You Can Implement Today
You spent a lot of money buying your home. You want to protect your investment. You also want to feel safe while you’re living there. You need to prioritise security. Fortunately, it’s easier than ever thanks to internet suggestions and smart devices. … [Read more...] about Four Smart Security Tips You Can Implement Today
Ways to Reduce Utility Bills Year Round
These days, it’s important to save money wherever you can. One of the easiest ways to do this is to make some changes in your energy habits. Heating and cooling homes in the summer and winter are by far one of the costliest parts of an energy bill. By making a few small … [Read more...] about Ways to Reduce Utility Bills Year Round
How to Entertain the Kids When it Rains On Holiday
Taking the kids on holiday can sometimes be a mixed bag. We all look forward to getting away for a few days, but if the weather doesn’t play ball or someone gets sick, the whole experience soon goes downhill. Whilst there isn’t a lot you can do if one of the kids picks up a tummy … [Read more...] about How to Entertain the Kids When it Rains On Holiday
Tips For Flying This Summer With A Big Group Or With Kids – Guest Post
This is a guest post written by my lovely friend Tracey from One Frazzled Mum called “Tips For Flying This Summer With A Big Group Or With Kids”. I’m sure most of you will find this post hilarious. If you would like to know more about Tracey, please scroll down to the bottom of … [Read more...] about Tips For Flying This Summer With A Big Group Or With Kids – Guest Post
Why It’s More Fun in the Philippines! – Guest Post
This is a guest post written by Epril from Eps and Amy called “Why it's more fun in the Philippines?”. If you are planning to go to the Philippines or fancy knowing a little bit more about it, you will find this post very interesting. I have not been there and I would love to … [Read more...] about Why It’s More Fun in the Philippines! – Guest Post
Top Five Free Things to Do in Bristol This Summer – Guest Post
This is a guest post written by the lovely Emma from Me and B Make Tea called “Top Five Free Things to Do in Bristol This Summer”. If you are interested in exploring Bristol during the summer, you will find this post very useful. If you would like to know more about Emma, please … [Read more...] about Top Five Free Things to Do in Bristol This Summer – Guest Post
Top Tips for Keeping in Touch with the Folks Back Home when Travelling
We’re always out and about on the road, off on holidays or weekend breaks and that means keeping in touch with friends and family whilst we’re away is really important. With this in mind, here’s a post based around ways to keep in touch with family and friends whilst you’re away … [Read more...] about Top Tips for Keeping in Touch with the Folks Back Home when Travelling
Top Tips For Taking Your Family On An RV Road Trip
Regardless of whether you’re visiting relatives, going to sightsee some neat places, or just going on vacation, RV road trips are great times to forge new memories. But if you’ve ever gone on an RV road trip before, then you know they can be a hassle. From packing your gear to … [Read more...] about Top Tips For Taking Your Family On An RV Road Trip
The Best Ways to Exercise Your Brain
There’s much focus on exercising and eating a healthy diet, but nowhere near as much on exercising your brain and keeping your mind active and alert. However, it’s equally, if not more, important as we get older. Exercising your brain helps reduce your stress levels, look after … [Read more...] about The Best Ways to Exercise Your Brain
10 Easy and Inexpensive Ways to Keep Kids Entertained This Summer
Anyone who has ever had to look after a child knows they are FULL of energy and need a variety of activities to keep them occupied. Whether you are a parent balancing work or a grandpa on child-minding duty, the long summer holiday can be an expensive time and you don’t want to … [Read more...] about 10 Easy and Inexpensive Ways to Keep Kids Entertained This Summer
Time Management Tips for Online Students Who Like to Travel
Online courses give students the flexibility to study at any time, and anywhere. This makes them the ideal option for students who enjoy traveling, as there’s no reason why you can’t hop on a plane, travel to somewhere exotic, and study for your online MBA degree from a beach … [Read more...] about Time Management Tips for Online Students Who Like to Travel
How to Be More Productive When Studying from Home
Studying at home is great – you’ve got everything you need right at your fingertips, you can sit on your comfortable sofa, and you can even keep your pyjamas on! So, it’s no surprise that more and more students are opting to take online degree programs instead of attending … [Read more...] about How to Be More Productive When Studying from Home
How To Save When Buying Patio Furniture
If you are investing in new furniture for your patio, you can choose from a number of options in terms of purchasing, reusing, or finishing items you already own, in order to keep costs down. So rather than simply toss your old items, consider some of these ways to give your … [Read more...] about How To Save When Buying Patio Furniture
Designer Living On A Budget
Achieving a designer-look living room can be very expensive and often our tastes change over time, so you don’t want to spend hundreds of pounds on a single piece that you might not be in love with a few years down the line. Also, having a family doesn’t mean you have to … [Read more...] about Designer Living On A Budget
