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parenting blog

Fun activities to enjoy with a new foster child

Welcoming a new foster child into your home is exciting. You might be keen to show them all of the local attractions, tell them everything about your household and to introduce them to your extended family. However, doing too much too soon can be a [...]

4 easy ways to get rid of digital clutter

Digital clutter. It’s one of those things that creeps up on us, is often beyond our control, and then leaves us feeling overwhelmed and wondering what to do about it. If you feel like there’s a never-ending list of invisible tasks, errands, and obligations in [...]

5 things to consider when buying a property in 2022

Gazundering. It might sound like an excellent word (and it is!) but if you’re buying a property gazundering can be your worst nightmare. The opposite of gazumping, when another buyer makes a higher offer on a property you’re already in the process of buying, gazundering [...]

5 bedroom office ideas for the perfect work-life balance

It’s no surprise that more of us are working from home since the pandemic, but did you know that of that number 17% of us are said to be working from our bedrooms? The number of ‘bedoffices’ (yes that is an actual word!) being created [...]

9 tried & tested beauty hacks for busy mums

As busy mums finding time to take care of ourselves is easier said than done. I often feel like there are never enough hours in the day, and making time for myself often falls at the bottom of my to-do list. That said, taking care [...]

Win a set of 4 Blistex Lip Infusions lip balms!

Fancy winning 4 Blistex Lip Infusions lip balms including their new Restore formula which replenishes moisture and leaves your lips feeling silky smooth? Then you've come to the right place! I don't know about you but as the temperature drops and we head into autumn [...]

What to write inside Halloween cards

Thinking of sending Halloween cards this year? Wondering what to write inside them? Then this collaborative post is for you! Whether it’s your first time writing and sending Halloween cards, or whether you’re a seasoned Halloween card sender, Halloween is the perfect occasion to give [...]

5 ways to deal with death your own way

Dealing with death is difficult. No matter who you have lost, to deal with death is one of the hardest things we experience in life. Whether we like it or not there comes a time where we have to deal with death and while it's [...]

5 delicious things you may not know about Sussex

What is Sussex best known for? Having lived in Sussex for 10 years now I know it depends on who you ask - and whether or not you are from East or West Sussex. Most people from outside the county wouldn't really think there was [...]

6 things to remember when coping with grief

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences a person can go through. Grief and loss can be overwhelming, and it is often hard to know how to cope with the whole process. It might seem hard to imagine but with the [...]

Things to consider when backpacking in Europe with kids

A trip backpacking in Europe can be everything you could imagine and more. From iconic landmarks to beautiful lakes and sandy beaches, there is plenty to see and do, making it a summer to remember. That said, if you've got kids in tow it's well [...]

6 ways to explain Alzheimer’s to a child

Alzheimer’s is a devastating condition that can have a long-lasting impact on a person’s loved ones. For that reason, trying to explain it to a child can be a very tricky proposition – something we’ll be discussing in this collaborative post. As you’re probably aware, [...]

3 tips to help cope with hair loss

Hair loss can be a traumatic experience. It can affect anybody at any time, and seemingly arrive out of nowhere. Even the rich and famous describe these ordeals as terrifying to the masses. Alopecia in women can be especially challenging, particularly when false standards for [...]

5 simple ways to cut the cost of fuel

With the cost of living crisis in full swing and the price of fuel expected to hit £2 per litre this summer for the first time ever the average car will cost more than £100 to fill. That means that as fuel prices continue to [...]

How to make the most of a trip to London Zoo

London Zoo is the world’s oldest scientific zoo and makes a wonderful day out for families, couples and friends alike. Located in Regent’s Park, a family trip to London Zoo doesn’t have to break the bank – especially if you qualify for an NHS London [...]