Tag: Parenting
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Guest Post – The Age Debate: When Should Your Child Get Their First Smartphone?
It is something every modern parent faces – wen should we allow our children to have their first smartphone? Back when they used to be ‘just’ phones, we generally got them when we started walking to school and going out with our friends on our own. Now they give our children access to a whole…
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Saving Money During The Summer Holiday – Activities Edition
So a couple of weeks ago I shared a post about places children could eat for free or £1 during the Summer holidays – read that by clicking here. Today I thought I would share some activity ideas that are free, low cot or good deals, I recently did a poll on my Instagram stories…
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Guest Post – Dad’s At Work – It’s Time To Talk
I was contacted recently about sharing as piece on my blog about fatherhood and I found it super interesting so thought you would too! As a long term follower and supporter of Anna Whitehouse and her work to help working families with her campaign, Flex Appeal, this post shines a light on the father’s and…
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Children’s Book Reviews – August 2023
Ad | Books marked * were gifted in return for a review | All opinions are my own Good morning! I thought it would be a good idea to get this up early this month in case you are looking for something to keep the kids busy – here are 5 books we’ve read and…
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Mental Health Monday – Harriet’s Post-Natal Depression Story
A couple of week’s ago I asked on my Instagram stories for people who were willing to share their health stories on my blog. Harriet replied tot his request and I had the pleasure of interviewing this lovely lady for this post. Post-natal depression is something that I, luckily, have not experienced. It is a…
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Guest Post – Guide To Your Teen’s First Car
I was filling in my new calendar the other day when I realised my oldest, Leo, will be turning 15 this year!!! How did that happen?!? Anyway, when this guest post came a long I thought it would be a good read for all the fellow parents of teenagers out there! Guide To Your Teen’s…
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Guest Post – Why Pretend Play Is Important
I am sure you have all heard it – some of you have maybe said it – “he is a boy and shouldn’t be playing with dolls” and “why is she dressed as a pirate and not a princess?“. To say it is one of the things that riles me is an understatement! After working…
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AccessAble – 15 Tips for Planning an Accessible Day Out with Kids
Good morning! As you may know, I am an AccessAble Ambassador and last week i wrote a blog post with my top tips for planning an accessible day out with your kids! I’d love for you to go over and have a read – and hopefully you find it really useful. It can be both…
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