The swimsuit ‘season’ Whilst we do perhaps need a swimsuit all year around for any pool time we get with the children, swim classes with babies and so on, there is definitely a swimsuit ‘season’. That period, normally in the summer months is when perhaps you are going away and suddenly realise that yes you […]
Summer family travel essentials
Planning a family trip Family travel can be stressful there is no doubt about it, but planning ahead can take some of the sting out of it. Of course you’ll never be able to dodge every stressful situation or tantrum or bad timing or travel delay even, BUT if you are prepared for most eventualities […]
Footwear for those in-between days
I always have a bit of a problem with footwear. I get a bit frustrated on those in-between days as I’m more comfortable with extremes when it comes to footwear. Snowy days These are my absolute favourite days. I love footwear for snowy days. I’m all about the warm boots and fur-lined cosiness. I love […]
Share With Me #76
Welcome to the Share With Me Linky. I want to thank all of you who link every week, it is very much appreciated. Lots of you follow the rules, linking, adding the badge or a link, commenting on the HOST post and commenting on each others. There are also quite a few people who don’t […]
Coping with anaemia in children
If you suspect your child has anaemia, get a proper diagnosis from a doctor before you begin treatment. Anaemia can be temporary or chronic, mild or life-threatening. It has many causes, and treatment depends on cause. Once your child has been diagnosed, there are many steps you can take to restore iron to their system […]
Brighten up your ‘mum’ nails
Mum nails When it comes to ‘mum nails’ I generally see three types around. The first are the beautifully manicured, expensive-looking, pretty nails that make me wonder when they had the time and also how they keep them so nice. The second are the nails that look like they’ve never seen any paint, and perhaps […]
70 years of Marigold: what’s in your kitchen cupboard?
70 years old Marigolds! What image do they create for you? For me, when I think of Marigolds I think of the iconic yellow glove that my grandmother wore whilst cleaning the house, head scarf on and not really unlike the image they have on their website these days to be honest. The Marigold brand […]
Mister Maker Live: fun for all the family
If you are in search of a fun-packed, on-your-feet kind of show to take your little ones to, have a think about CBeebies’ Mister Maker in his hit live theatre tour! With a fabulous supporting cast and art at its heart, this fantastic live show encourages Mini Makers and grown-ups to sing, dance and make […]