Do you have a son or daughter currently going through GCSEs, A Levels or university? If so, you’re probably well aware of how important it is for them to put in the 110% effort where their revision is concerned. But it’s unfortunately not that simple; it’s more than sitting down and reading from a text…
`Planning a trip abroad is always exciting but the more people you have on the trip, the busier and more expensive it becomes. If you are thinking about a large family holiday, here are some tips on how to save money at the airport. Sign Up for Travel Schemes – how to save money at…
Perfect Spring and Summer dresses might be on my mind as the weather warms up a little. However, these days the really stylish female in the family is my 14 year old daughter Willow. Gone are the days where I could buy clothes for her. She has definite ideas what she likes and woe betide…
The perfect bedding for teenagers can be tricky. All of a sudden the favourite characters from cartoons and the like just don’t cut it. However, it seems a shame to just go for plain and boring bedding. Incredibly, I have 3 teenagers ranging in age from 13 to 18 years. Just where can you find…
Since 1 in 6 couples experience problems when trying to conceive a child, it’s important for anyone hoping to have a baby in the future to understand a little more about fertility. The following infographic created by Concept Fertility, a fertility clinic in London, includes 6 facts that you might find useful if you’re trying…
How do you celebrate World Book Day at home? Celebrating Wold Book Day as a home educator is huge fun. As a family, you can come up with creative ways to have a fun and educational day. As with so many aspect of home educating, you get to do it your way with plenty of…
How to save for your child’s future is something many parents think about and if we are honest stress about too. Whether you want to ensure they have money when they are students or have a deposit for rented accommodation in due course, helping ensure they have money available is a great gift to them….
Being a working mum is hard!! There never seem to be enough hours in the day to achieve everything and you often feel like your chasing your tail trying to keep on top of the simplest of tasks such as cooking dinner every evening. When I returned to work full time after having my daughter,…
Maria Tecla Artemesia Montessori turned modern education on its head when, at the dawn of the 20th century, she realised that by engaging with kids physically, creatively, and out of doors it did more for their learning processes, growth, focus and retention than those endless hours sitting at a school desk. This post is about…
Me. the Boy and the Monster is a powerful book about adoption, trauma and abuse. It is written by Cat McGill who reflects on these issues drawing on her experiences of parenting Tickle her adopted son and her birth daughter Fairy. The book is a clever mix of personal stories taken from Cat’s blog and…
There may come a time when you look in the mirror and realise you’re unhappy with yourself and your life. While these are normal feelings to have every once in a while, it’s important you don’t let yourself dwell on the negative. Instead, use the following advice to help get you out of your slump…
As a working adult who has a family, you will know how busy life can get. Having to juggle your marital and child duties with your career commitments, and then having to fit sleeping somewhere in there — it can all become a bit of a struggle at times. This post is about how to…
If you’ve got a family, it’s only natural to want to be able to provide the best for them. It shouldn’t mean you’re just focusing on the present, as being able to provide for them in the future is equally important. Being eco-wise means, you’re doing all you can to ensure there is a planet…
Unfortunately, many teenagers can struggle with a range of issues, which can impact both their happiness and health. For example, they might be struggling with bullying, an eating disorder, PTSD or even addiction. Here are 7 tips for parents going through a crisis with their teen. Tips for parents going through a crisis with their…
Despite what Hollywood movies have lead you to believe, the signs of going into labor can be rather subtle. When you are waiting to go into labor, you might be surprised to realize how confusing the signs can be. Sometimes, expecting moms can experience signs of labor several days before the actual birth takes place….