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Does work-life balance exist for parents?
Work-life balance – one of those phrases we hear a lot these days. Companies use this to try an entice people to work for them, employers use the phrase to get that stamp of approval from Investors in People, and so many of us search for it. How much do you think about the ways […]
The ‘reverse’ effect of the 30-hour childcare scheme?
Are you using the 30-hour childcare scheme? Are you benefiting from it in the ways you expected to? New research launched recently by Yoopies, one of Europe’s biggest online care platforms, reveals the true effect that the government’s 30 hours free childcare scheme has had on hourly childcare costs. Whilst the scheme has been purse-friendly […]
Things to do in Florida with a family: LEGOLAND
I have a love/hate relationship with LEGO I must admit. I love the way the children get so immersed in what they are making. I love the fact that it’s so inclusive and appeals to children across a huge spectrum of ages, and I love the multiple developmental benefits it brings. I don’t love picking […]
*Guest Article*: Why are children especially prone to ear infections?
Ear infections are difficult to diagnose in children. In some instances, a child could be experiencing an ear infection and the parent not even know because the child does not display classic signs of symptoms. Ear infections in children are one of the top reasons for doctor visit for young children. What is an Ear […]
Drayton Manor Park is the best value-for-money family trip to a theme park this summer!
So many parents are often looking for good value days out options to share with the family. The school holidays in particular can cost parents a fortune. If you are going to shell out for a family day out somewhere, you want to know that you’ll get your monies worth. There’s nothing worse than spending […]
But what if…? A guide to managing difficult parenting situations
Parenting is hard work. We know that don’t we. In fact, be wary of any parent who won’t admit to that – they are lying! Yes of course it is ridiculously rewarding and heaps of fun too, but you can’t escape the brutality of it at times.
Benefits (and dangers) of keeping a garden pond
While you may have always wanted a water feature in your garden, or always fancied keeping fish, looking after a garden pond can bring many unexpected benefits – to the health and wellness of your family and to your property. There are of course DANGERS as well, which I’ll come to later on, but first […]
Looking to encourage your child to take up golf? A few things to consider
It is hard for golf to shake its image as a sport for the elite upper classes. ‘Golf’ conjures up stereotypes of older gentleman sipping champagne on a gloriously maintained (and exclusive) course in the middle of the countryside. However, golf is starting to open its doors to those from a variety of backgrounds, and […]