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…
Here are 9 fun activities to get your kids away from their screens. I think that is a really powerful way to make you a happy mum. If your children seem permanently attached to their various machines, I feel your pain. I have a tween and teens who have various machines and I worry they…
With the lure of electronic screens in all shapes and sizes tempting your children with interesting activities all day long, it may be difficult to convince them of the benefits of outside play. You may also be reluctant to expose your child to the dirt, viruses, and dangers that lurk outside your home. Here are…
Here is a birth mother story. It could be my own mother’s tale. Only she can confirm that. I know she doesn’t understand. She will blame me I am sure. I can’t see her. I can’t face the upset it will cause to my family. What will she expect of me anyway? I can’t be…
Here is a quick guide on how to keep your baby safe at home. As a new parent, the safety of your child will understandably be a top priority. Having little ones is a life-altering event. You might even start off with extreme paranoia about how childproof the world is. But you can easily take…
Top tips to make kids feel better when they are poorly include lots of cuddles and I find a duvet on the sofa works a treat. There are two aspects to make kids feel better when they are poorly. Firstly, you need to get a good diagnosis of their condition either from a GP, a…
Treating nosebleeds is something most parents have had to do at some point. Do you now what to do if your child has a nosebleed? Here is how to treat a nosebleed the right way. Why I know how to treat a nosebleed I find my daughter is prone to nosebleeds. She used to have…