As your babies start to grow into toddlers and then older children, your needs will change. Take cars, for example. At first, you might have been fine with driving around in a small hatchback, but, as you have more children, you’ll soon run out of space. You will then need to get a bigger car […]
A guide to children’s scooters
Kids scooters have become increasingly popular in recent years. In fact, a recent survey by Sustrans reveals that 14.3% of pupils in the country use scooters to go to school! The appeal of scooters is understandably obvious. For children, scooters are fun devices that take all the bore out of walking. For parents, on the […]
Burning issue: why you should educate your children about radiators
Radiators are a fantastic invention. They ensure the rooms in our homes are heated and remain warm when the temperature drops and it turns chilly, and they do so in a smart, cost effective way. The vast majority of us then look on our radiators with great fondness; they’re the mechanical equivalent of a big, […]
Driving down the dangers of car travel with toddlers
Driving with your children in the car can be extremely hazardous. They can often cause you to become distracted. Sometimes they need you to stop at the side of the road, and other times, they can start wreaking havoc in the back while you’re trying to navigate a tricky junction. It’s rare for a toddler […]
Back to school: growing independence and safety
It’s bad enough when your children first begin nursery and then school. They become more independent and don’t need you quite as much as they once did. Fast forward a few years and they might be asking to walk to school with their friends, bike to school even. They might be staying late for sports […]
Would you swap your glass for plastic?
When you become a parent you seem to suddenly end up with a cupboard full of brightly coloured plastic items purchased from IKEA. It seems to come with the job description and I think every other family home I have been in has the same plastic stash. Know what I mean? In all honesty, I […]
Making your family home healthy, happy and safe
What makes a happy home? Well, it’s a place where you and your family are safe. You are protected from the world, and it’s different components. Be that mouldy walls or home invasions, your home should be a fortress, keeping you safe from these things. A happy home is also energy efficient, and affordable to […]
Making your garden safe for children
If you have children and have a garden, or even just an outdoor space it can be fantastic. Even if it’s only small, to have somewhere for the children to play and get some fresh air is so useful for families. We are out in the garden in all weathers and use it for so many […]