I’m always looking out for good quick snack time bits and bobs, either for a quick lunch, on the go snack whilst out and about for the children’s various sports and music activities or a quick after school snack to keep the little ones going until dinner time. Soreen have started doing lunchbox size versions […]
Involving your children in your big day
Many couples are choosing to get married after they’ve had children now, and this enables them to celebrate their big day with their children. If you’re planning a wedding, and you want the children to take centre stage, here are some ideas to consider. Show-stealing outfits Your wedding day should be all about you, but […]
Combining motherhood with freelance work
Motherhood can be a full-time job without a doubt, for many it doesn’t leave much room for a career. Even when children are at school, many women can’t rush back to work full time because they need to be available for school runs, lifts to clubs and activities and emergencies. Many women want to and […]
Fueling mini adventures
“Can we go on an adventure Mummy?” It’s one of the questions I get asked several times a week. Although summer adventures are lovely, we try not to let the rubbish weather stop things. The winter months can be just as much fun as far as mini adventures go. There are plenty of puddles to […]
Christmas cocktails
Christmas party season is in full swing now. If you are hosting anything this year, or if you are staying at home then why not have a go at creating some yummy Christmas cocktails of your own. You can do wonders with a few bottles of things and some yummy mixers. Why not get in […]
Preparation: the key to an easy Christmas Day meal
Being nominated to make Christmas dinner can be stressful for some people. Cooking for lots of people is a lot of pressure on an average day, the pressure during Christmas is even more extreme. After all, Christmas dinner is an important part of the day. Though a disaster would lead to a family story, it […]
A new approach to pocket money
Do you give your children pocket money? What age did you start giving them pocket money from? Is it a regular thing or do you perhaps reward them for doing jobs around the home? Do you remember getting pocket money as a child? I remember that I got pocket money every Friday but I don’t […]
Out and about with Mamia
Having children can feel like a constant challenge, we try to cram in so much and tick so many boxes that sometimes time simple runs away with us. Childhood itself is filled with so many magical moments, especially when your children become increasingly physically active and start to enjoy the great outdoors, becoming aware of […]