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Tips for buying underwear for women
When was the last time you treated yourself to a new bra or knickers? I always find when I take the time to go underwear shopping from stores like Simply Be I feel I am investing in myself and that makes me feel good. It used to be so simple but after having children finding a pair of pants that fit properly can prove challenging. As I go up and down weight wise my bra size can change too. So heading for a lingerie store can seem a little challenging but here are 5 tips for buying underwear that work for me. Tips for buying underwear It pays dividends…
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Preventive Maintenance Tips For Transformers
An electronic transformer is one of the most important and highly expensive units of a machine. Hence, getting efficient performance and a high product life will require regular maintenance and checkups of the machinery. It is important to understand the type of transformer maintenance which will help prevent any technical glitches and will ensure high performance. Annual maintenance of the transformer is not enough, you will have to ensure that you put in a few checks and carry out certain tests on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. Here are preventive maintenance tips for transformers. Preventive maintenance tips for transformers There are two different types of transformer checks and maintenance.…
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Tips to achieve self-care for mums
I am always keen to help busy women and mums to invest in self-care. Today, I am delighted to share some top tips to achieve self-care for mums from Mona. Mona is the founder of The Organising Ninja. She is based in the UK and is passionate about promoting a simple, sustainable, clutter-free lifestyle to the world! In her free time, she likes writing, reading, hiking and cooking. www.organisingninja.co.uk Tips to achieve self-care for mums Mums work around the clock to make ends meet for her family and home. They are ready to give their all for their children unconditionally. This very unselfishness can make them neglect themselves and their…
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Tips to Take Care of Yourself as a Parent
As a parent, your number one priority is taking care of your kids. Your day-to-day activities revolve around making sure they’re happy and healthy. This is everything from feeding them to help with school and driving them to activities. On top of that, you have to deal with household chores and work. Sometimes you need tips to take care of yourself as a parent. It’s time to step back and take a little time for yourself! Learning to do things for you will be essential because one day your kids will leave the nest. In honor of Women’s Health Week, May 12th-18th, here are some tips to keep your sanity…
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Confessions of a Bad Mother, The Teenage Years
Confessions of a Bad Mother, The Teenage Years is the new non-fiction book from Stephanie Calman. As a mother of boys aged 18 and 13 and a daughter aged 15, I was keen to read it to pick up any wisdom or reassurance from another mum. I struggled when the children were small and it seems my challenges continue making me feel all too often I am not cut out for parenting at all even though I love them so very much. Confessions of A Bad Mother, The Teenage Years The Sunday Times called this book “an antidote to all those perfect mother manuals”. The book shares tales from the…
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Considerations when getting your first pair of glasses
I remember my feelings when it became clear I needed glasses. It felt like they would change my identity in some way. I also worried about taking care of them properly. I went back to college having got my first pair of glasses over the holidays. Most people did not even notice so I had worried unduly about that. That is many years ago but today I am sharing 5 considerations when getting your first pair of glasses. Your prescription Consulting an eye care professional is your first step. They can tell if you have problems seeing things at a distance or up close or both. This will tell them…
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Giving your home a clean for summer
h means that a lot of us will be giving our home a spring clean to dust off all the cobwebs and get our homes ready for the summer. It is a job that many people dread, but it does not have to be such a daunting task, and you can get a lot of excellent spring-cleaning tips if you search using the internet. Use the advice below on giving your house a clean for summer, without breaking into too much of a sweat. Save Your Floors Till Last – giving your house a clean for summer Whether you have wooden floors, tiles, or carpets, when it comes to doing…
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Low mood and anxiety in pregnancy
Anna Ceesay, the Founder and Editor of Motherdom magazine shares this powerful guest post on her personal experience of maternal mental health issues including low mood and anxiety in pregnancy “It’s January 2017. I’m in my car, on my own, and I’m not feeling good. I’m six months pregnant with my second child and I’ve just dropped my daughter off at preschool. Some mornings I’m waking up with a sinking feeling that stays there for the whole day. Sometimes I feel fine, great even, but when I do start to feel anxious or low I hide it very well from everyone around me. I haven’t told my husband, or my…
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Essential garden tools to make your life easier
Gardening is great for your physical and mental wellbeing. Tools can help you save so much time but visiting gardening stores can be daunting. If you are new to gardening, how do you know what to buy? What should be going in your garden tool box or shed? Here are 5 types of essential garden tools to make your life easier as you create a beautiful outside space. Gardening gloves – essential tools to make your life easier The thing that always puts me off gardening is getting my hands dirty. With good gardening gloves, your hands can stay lovely and you are also protected from thorns and other things…
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How to protect yourself after a traffic violation arrest
Traffic stops often end with a warning or a ticket, but they can end with an arrest. Those who are arrested for a traffic-related violation will want to protect themselves from serious penalties and look into what they can do to protect their future from complications due to a conviction. Use the tips here to understand what to do after a traffic violation arrest. This post is about How to protect yourself after a traffic violation arrest Speak with a Lawyer for Help on how to protect yourself after a traffic violation arrest After the accused is released on bail, they should speak with a lawyer about their case. Those…
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How to create a great home office
How to create a great home office is on my mind right now. Having made the generous decision to give a spare room to my husband as an office several months ago, I now crave a good working area with luxury office furniture for myself. Currently I work in the lounge right in the centre of our home. This means I often feel that someone is coming at me every five minutes wanting me to stop what I am doing. So if you feel like I do, here are five tips on how to create a great home office where you can enjoy a little peace and quiet. Set a realistic…
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Investing tips for busy people who want good returns
Want to get involved with the world of investing? You’re not alone. Investing is one of the most popular ways that people are boosting their income and preparing themselves for a better financial future. It can also help to speak to some professionals like the team at eco-equity, they definitely know a thing or two about investing in emerging markets. Most of us will have considered investing their money at some point, but a hectic work schedule, busy home life, and general day to day demands can often get in the way. If you’re interested in investing but feel like you don’t have the time, take a look at these investment tips for…
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How to teach a baby to walk when they are ready
The baby starts walking when they are between 10 to 18 months old. From the transition of crawling to walking, it is a different stage for babies. When you see your baby trying to stand up and walk, you can provide them encouragement and follow a few techniques to let them learn to walk. These are the techniques you can follow to know how to teach a baby to walk. 1. Let them bounce on your lap – how to teach a baby to walk When the baby starts standing up and is trying to walk, lift them up, and let them bounce on your lap. This way you will…
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6 Gift Ideas For Aunt that are fabulous
Aunts are your best friends and like a second mother with whom you can share all of your stories and thoughts under the sun. They are non-judgemental and let you be yourself and grow into a better person, loving you, pampering you, and giving you sound advice. If it’s the birthday of your aunt, you can choose from these fabulous gift ideas for aunt and make her day. Let her know how special she is with these gifts that are apt for the occasion. Splendid gift ideas for aunt 1. Wireless multi-purpose item locator A useful gift for your aunt that lets her locate her keys, mobile, or any item…
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The Falling Sword by Ben Kane – book review
The Falling Sword by Ben Kane is the second in a series and one both myself and my husband were looking forward to reading having enjoyed the first book. It’s good and quite rare to find books we both enjoy allowing us to discuss them leading to even greater pleasure.. The Falling Sword by Ben Kane Readers are following in the footsteps of Consul Flamininus and the campaign against Phillip of Macedon for control of the Greek empire and lands. The book follows on from the bestselling ‘Clash of Empires’ which we have previously reviewed on this blog. Alongside these leaders the stories of the soldiers of each army are…