For those who live in Cincinnati and are parents to a teenager, you know better than anyone how difficult it can be to keep them busy, happy, and out of trouble. Even if you don’t live in Cincinnati, for example, you are just planning on visiting with your teenager, the same problem exists. Finding activities…
You will never forget the sheer joy of holding your newborn for the first time. The sudden realisation that you were now responsible for a new real-life tiny human being was both daunting and exhilarating. Fast forward six months and you may be considering venturing back into the world of work. You adore being at…
All parents want to be close with their kids, but unfortunately this isn’t a reality for all families. Now is the time to truly focus in on what you’re doing and how you’re interacting with your kids on a daily basis if you want to grow closer with them. You can make a start on…
I thought I would share some tips on hosting a superhero birthday party partly because I once scored huge Brownie points with my son when we did a Spiderman one. Everyone loves a superhero and I think it often says a lot about a child as to which one they choose. They are also equally…
Sooner or later, every kid decides they need a job. Letting a child apply for their first job can be a challenging decision for families. You have to weigh the pros and cons, set some clear expectations, and prepare them for the reality of the workforce. How can you tell if your child is mature…
No matter how old your child, whether they attend a prep school in Hertfordshire or a Sixth Form College in London, they need to develop and maintain excellent study habits in order to learn effectively and progress successfully through school. Parents and teachers are the most important people in helping encourage and facilitate these habits…
As a prospective new parent, you are likely to go through a variety of emotions. It might feel like a rollercoaster but hopefully, the positive feelings outweigh the potential stresses. There is a lot to keep in mind when a baby is on the way and it is easy to be overwhelmed with adjusting to…
School uniform is actually very important and although it’s not such a favourite amongst students, there are lots of benefits for schools and their pupils, as explored by an independent school in Hertfordshire. Of course, some schools require a more formal uniform than others, including a blazer and tie, while others take a more casual…
A childbirth tear is not unusual but for some reason, it’s one of the least common topics we tend to talk about when discussing labour. Whether you’re about to give birth for the first time or have experienced a tear in childbirth, it’s important to know who to turn to for support. Thankfully, there are…
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…
Introduction: A Birth Mum Story Becoming a mother doesn’t always look the way people imagine. For some women, motherhood begins with heartbreak — with choices made under pressure, with circumstances that feel impossible, and with a grief that settles deep into the bones. This birth mum story shows a woman navigating the emotional aftermath of adoption,…
6 Components to Insert in a Homeschool Writing Curriculum for High School Students As a parent, homeschooling your children is a huge responsibility to take on. At the end of the day, homeschooling parents are a huge part of what determines their child’s educational success in the future. Learning how to write properly is a…
If you know a boy aged 10 to 21, then there’s a good chance you’ve witnessed them sink whole days into playing video games. You might even have accused them of being “addicted” to video games. As it turns out, you might have been right. Under new guidelines established by the World Health Organisation, “gaming…
When you have young children, you’re going to be on the ball with making sure they’re staying in their age range when it comes to media. However, when they’re fast growing (as most of them are!), there’s a lot of changes to be made in this walk of their life! So if you’re not too…
Many single mothers have heard of the troubles and issues that might arise when you decided to split from your partner. Finances were at the forefront in the beginning because giving your children the best future is the most important factor. However the more time went on, and the dust cleared, you may have suddenly…