Summer is over which means autumn is here (almost) now we welcome the arrival of the autumn season and it’s time to capture those memorable autumn photos of your kids and family. Getting natural looking photos can be tough, no matter what time of year. Luckily, the vibrant colours and amazing fall foliage provides a…
I thought I would kick off the blogging week with a response to the BritMums prompt on expectations around pregnancy by letting you know some of my pregnancy surprises. Here are the things that surprised me. 1. I bonded with my first child as soon as I sensed I was pregnant. I can remember talking to him…
A day out in Whitby is always a special treat. The fishing village turned tourist town was a big part of my childhood. It was my mum’s favourite place to go when she fancied cheering her soul with some sea air. It combined her interests in history, walking and eating with Dad’s love of boats…
I found this wonderful wooden jigsaw of Europe in a charity shop. Learning about Europe always was important and as I update this post I am aware we have never needed to understand Europe more. You will read below how we started learning about Europe but now we have moved on and the children understand…
I have decided to share aspects of our home education journey on my blog. I know it will keep me accountable and also reassure me on the days that I am hit with anxiety and self-doubt. I know there are so many parents either interested in or intrigued by home education. There are so many…
Lot of people ask how home education changes children. Here is our story which I think speaks for itself. July 2014 after 3 months in her new school. “I hate myself. I am a monster. I am useless at everything. I might as well just kill myself” December 2014 after 3 months of home…
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…