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Eight family-friendly tips on how to reduce ocean waste
When we were in Florida, we spent sometime at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Whilst we were there we learnt a huge amount about ocean waste and the problems it can cause. Minimising harmful waste is important to protecting the ocean and everything that lives in it. We all have to do our bit, these eight tips, […]
Are your everyday tasks taking you longer with children?
Do you ever find your normal day-to-day tasks taking longer, much longer, now you have children? All the time right? Even simple things like just getting in the car can take so much longer with children in tow. Having children means everyday tasks take up to TWICE as long, a study by Deichmann Shoes has found. A […]
Things to do in Hawaii with children
A good friend of mine talks about their dream family holiday being to head off to Hawaii all together. Is it somewhere you have considered as a family holiday? It’s not somewhere I had ever really put on my radar for family holidays before, so I started looking into it. Turns out Hawaii looks like […]
When Your Child Wants More Independence: A Safer First Step Than a Smartphone
It often begins subtly. A child asks to walk slightly further ahead, stay out a little longer, or go to a friend’s house without constant supervision. Then comes the next step: “Can I have my own phone?” For many parents, that question feels like a turning point. It signals that childhood is shifting and that a child is starting to seek independence in a more tangible way.
When Your Child Says They Want to Be an Influencer: A Safe Way to Explore Content Creation
Many parents have heard some version of it: “I want to be a YouTuber”, “I want to make videos”, or “I want to be an influencer when I grow up”. For adults, those statements can bring up mixed feelings. On one hand, it can be lovely to see a child feeling inspired, imaginative and full of ideas. On the other hand, the word “influencer” often comes loaded with concerns about screen time, social media pressure, privacy, online safety and whether children really understand what that world involves. It can be difficult to know whether to encourage the interest, shut it down quickly, or try to find some middle ground.
The cost of learning to drive: what families really need to budget for
Learning to drive has long been seen as a major milestone for young people. It represents independence, freedom, and often the first step towards adult responsibility. For families, however, it has increasingly become a significant financial commitment. Recent research commissioned by Veygo suggests the average cost of learning to drive now stands at £939, representing […]
Preparing Children for the Future in a Rapidly Changing World
For generations, the idea of preparing children for adult life seemed fairly straightforward. Do well at school, pass exams, gain qualifications, find a stable career and build a secure future. That path made sense in a world where industries changed more slowly, jobs were more predictable and success often followed a familiar structure. That is no longer the reality many children are growing up in.
Practical Garden Design Ideas for Busy Family Life
Creating a garden that works for the whole family can feel like a challenge. Between work, school runs, and everyday responsibilities, there is often little time left for constant upkeep. At the same time, outdoor space is valuable—it is where children play, families relax, and moments together happen.