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The Reflex Pillow review – highly recommended!
How are you sleeping? Is your bedroom your sanctuary? Perhaps like me you do not sleep as well as you could? I want to introduce you to something that has helped improve my comfort and my night’s sleep. I am delighted to share my review of the Reflex Pillow with you. The Reflex Pillow review All too often I don’t buy pillows often enough or I compromise to save money. This results in pillows that are no comfy and don’t last for long. I am learning that it is important to invest in myself as well as my husband and children. I am also working out that good sleep really is…
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Life-saving test for newborns – let’s campaign for it!
Newborn babies deserve a test that could save their lives. That sounds like a no-brainer. One of the things that happens when you are a blogger and/or influencer is that you become aware of so many things that don’t go so great in our world. The good thing is you also have the honour of supporting good causes that just might change things. Today I am letting you know about a life-saving test for newborns Life-saving test for newborns When you have your baby, all you want to do is keep it safe. I have an almost 19 year old and I still have that primeval instinct. What is someone…
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Most obscure flavoured sweets on the market
I remember the days when sweets were a treat and something to be enjoyed, but now, there seems to be a slightly, dare I say it, sadistic element creeping in that tempts eaters to test their mettle. I thought it would be fun to look at some of the most unusual sweet flavours out there, but don’t blame me if some of them sound far more weird than wonderful, dear friends. This is a post about the most obscure flavoured sweets on the market. The most obscure flavoured sweets on the market No 1: Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans Jelly beans of every conceivable flavour are not a…
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How alcohol affects your bowels and bladder
How alcohol affects your bowels and bladder may not be uppermost in your mind when you are on a boozy night out. I was brought up in a family of drinkers. Much of my social life from teen years until the present day has involved a tipple or two. As I reach a milestone birthday, I am questioning the way I live my life and one thing I am reflecting on is my consumption of alcohol. I was interested to read some recent findings on how alcohol affects your bowels and bladder. What we already know about how alcohol affects your bowels and bladder I think most of us these…
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Benefits of upgrading your windows
There are numerous ways you can improve your home to add value to it and make it a more comfortable and inviting place to live. One of the most important parts of any home is its windows, and if yours are looking a little shabby or not insulating your house very well, it will have a significant impact on your living space. Windows let in light and keep out the cold, and they should enhance the appearance of your property too. If you’re wondering whether it’s worth the expense and disruption, you should consider all the benefits of upgrading your windows carefully. Insulation and warmth Windows are critical for the…
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How to prepare your daughter for her first period
How to prepare your daughter for her first period is something that will be on the mind of mums of tweens and teens. You don’t know quite when this key milestone will happen but you want her to know the facts and also have some idea of what periods will mean for her for approximately 38 years of her life. If you are like me, you find it easy to discuss such matters but perhaps you are a parent who struggles to approach anything to do with bodies or sex. What are the various ways you can prepare your daughter for her first period. Talk to her openly – how…
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History Heroes games review – highly recommended
History Heroes are a range of games that are both fun and educational. We all know learning through play is incredibly powerful. These games prove that as you use them with your children. I love history anyway and as a home educator was very keen to review them. I hope you enjoy my History Heroes games review. History Heroes games review History Heroes has launched their first, brand new Science Museum licensed card games: SPACE and LONDON. I love that both SPACE and LONDON are games that are fun for all age groups. I hate games that only appeal to certain members of the family. These would work well for any…
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What you need to know about Breast Cancer
When I was diagnosed with breast cancer in October 2016 at the age of 42, I thought that breast cancer was, well, just breast cancer. I didn’t know that actually there are multiple different types of breast cancer, lots of different treatments and different prognoses dependent upon a number of factors. I went into this whole experience completely unaware of the big picture. There were so many things I didn’t know, which now with hindsight, I wish I had known. And I’m fairly sure that not knowing those things added to my fears and worries. So, for breast cancer awareness month, I am going to do you a favour…
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Most famous wartime posters and learning
This year marks 100 years since the end of the First World War. From 1914 to 1918, this conflict embroiled most of Europe — along with Russia, the US and the Middle East — and is considered one of the bloodiest ever, with approximately 35 million casualties. This post is about the most famous wartime posters. Most famous wartime posters People from all backgrounds in the UK came together to contribute to the war effort. They all contributed in different ways — from fighting on the frontline to working in munitions factories. But with communications far less efficient and slower than what we know today, advertisements became an essential component…
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How to balance children and a social life
The only opportunity you might have to spend with adults is at children’s birthday parties or at the school gates. In fact, you might not be able to remember the last time you enjoyed an evening out that exceeded 8 pm. However, becoming a parent doesn’t mean you need to give up on your social life. It is possible to care for your children while enjoying a little adult conversation. Find out how to balance children and a social life. Find a Dependable Babysitter to balance children and a social life Unless you want to take your children out with you, you’ll need to find a dependable babysitter to enjoy…
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Dealing with a death in the family
Everyone deals with grief differently. While some people find comfort in reminiscing and keeping busy, others might need to cry or talk to work through the pain. There is no correct emotional response or wrong way to cope because each person will respond differently to loss. This post is about dealing with a death in the family. Dealing with a death in family However, while there is no right way to handle bereavement, there are techniques you can employ to help you work through the pain. Read the below advice on effectively dealing with a death in the family. Turn to Your Loved Ones for Support Both you and your…
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How to choose your kitchen worktop
When I was a child I remember reading magazines and salivating at the designer kitchens with fancy kitchen worktops showed in them. They always seemed very expensive and out of the range of ordinary people. My cousin was a kitchen fitter and made a fortune. Our kitchen produced brilliant food as my mum was a cook by trade. She did not particularly care about the look of the kitchen so long as she could cook in it. I still have huge plans to renovate my kitchen when time allows so look at sites like Silestone UK to inspire me. This post is about how to choose your kitchen worktop. Kitchens …
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Tips for avoiding alcohol cravings
For many people who have found themselves dependent on alcohol, learning to live without it is a difficult process. At first, there is the acute withdrawal stage to deal with while you detox. This can be scary, and even dangerous without either using a tapering off method or having medical supervision. However, most people are able to get through the initial detox phase in a safe and healthy way when they are ready to particularly if they talk to a therapist in person or online. They are then faced with life in recovery. Here are some top tips for avoiding alcohol cravings. Tips for avoiding alcohol cravings There are various…
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From daughter to woman – a book review
I wanted to introduce you to an amazing book called “From daughter to woman – parenting girls safely through their teens” by Kim McCabe. I am getting so much from reading it that is helping me not only parent my daughter but also my teen oldest son and my almost teen youngest son. From daughters to women Kim McCabe’s mission is to make the adolescent girl’s journey just that bit safer, kinder and better supported. Her book is very easy to understand and some of the concepts are so simple and yet powerful too. One big one that features in the book is the idea of taking time out with…
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Changes which have been made to various savings initiatives
Building societies are now a common sight on the high street, while we always hear about shifts in the stock market on the news. So many of us have personal savings accounts and pension pots set up now too. But have you ever thought about where these came from, or how each savings initiative has changed over the years? In the following infographic, personal pension specialist True Potential Investor has taken a step through time with this question in mind. Did you know that the first known building society formed for groups of individuals who were looking to help each other to buy property? Or that the Bank of England…
