I know it might not suit many home educators but I have decided I need a written home education plan to steer our days and to help me on those days where I wobble a lot about our decision to home educate. I thought I would share what we are working to currently in case…
When your children finish school it’s both a relief and a concern – a relief because no longer are you held to the strict attendance expectations for graduating or making sure your child has everything they need every day. But also, a concern for what they are going to do next, what will be the…
We all want to do the best for our children. However, it can be difficult because it can feel like you’re being pulled in so many different directions. You have countless responsibilities and commitments that must be upheld. To succeed as a parent and be the best you can be for your kids, you need…
Postnatal pelvic floor damage is an issue that affects many women and yet, is rarely discussed. The recent issues raised regarding vaginal mesh implants have led to changes in how women are given information about looking after their pelvic floor health. But there is a lot more to be done. Here is the reality of…
Home education guilt creeps up on a mum. It arrives quietly — in the supermarket queue, in conversations with strangers, in the way other parents talk about school runs and uniforms. It’s the guilt of stepping sideways when everyone else seems to be marching forward to the same drum. For me, that guilt wasn’t about…
Home education guilt is something that haunts me on days like today. I got up in a great mood but there was loads of housework to be done after a busy weekend. So as the children were happily doing their own thing including gaming and art, I prioritised cleaning and tidying the house. We had…
🌿 Intro: Looking Back On Our Positive Home Education Journey When I look back at our ultimately positive home education journey, I often find little snapshots of days that felt brighter, calmer, or more connected. Recently I revisited an old post I wrote during one of those positive days — a day full of learning,…
For many parents, encouraging their children to play out more is a priority. They know that kids who spend plenty of time outdoors are often far healthier than those who sit in front of a screen all day. Numerous studies have shown this to be the case. So, I thought I would put together a…
Lookers, Motability dealers, have created just what us busy parents are looking for. They have devised some fun and creative ideas to maximise magical memory-making during your car journey. I’m all for anything that makes family car journeys less stressful. Here are tips for making the most of car journeys with children. Making the most…
It is possible for us to have a positive home education day and I am committed to this being our new reality. I have worked out that because I am probably over-schooled, I need some structured aspects to our day or I feel too wobbly. This cannot be good for the children and they need…
I want to write about the reasons I am struggling with home education because it will stop the thoughts and feelings whirring in my head so much. I am not against home education but I really struggle on almost a daily basis so I want to share the reasons why that is the case. It…
There are some very powerful reasons for mums to become self-employed, and perhaps with help from someone like Boost Capital, who offer several funding options such as a merchant cash advance, mums can do just that Many of us have the experience of not really wanting to go back to work away from our babies…
Returning to work after a long break can feel huge — bigger than many women feel able to admit. It’s not just a practical shift; it’s emotional, identity‑shaping and often deeply vulnerable. Women step away from work for many reasons, and every one of them is valid. If you’re thinking about returning now, please know…
Preparing a child for university life is one of those key milestones that creeps up quietly and then hits you all at once. One minute you’re reminding them to put their PE kit in their bag, then you are bounced into exam seasons and the next it is results day and all systems go. For…
When it comes to your child moving out of the home to go attend college, there’s nothing that can really prepare you. Their first year, of course, will be a breeze – they will likely live in student accommodation, be able to meet friends, and in some cases won’t even have to worry about cooking….