Feeding garden birds might not feel like a priority when life is busy, money is tight and everyone is focused on feeding their own families first. It’s a difficult winter for many households, and putting food on your own table will always come before feeding wildlife. That is completely understandable. Having said that, if you can spare a bag of seed, a few suet balls or even some basic kitchen scraps, it really does make a difference.
Why Winter Dehydration in Children Is More Common Than You Think
When parents think about dehydration, the first images that come to mind are usually hot summer days, sweaty sports sessions and warm-weather holidays. In fact, dehydration is just as common – and sometimes even more likely – during the winter months. Cold weather, indoor heating, layers of clothing and seasonal illnesses all contribute to fluid loss, yet many children drink far less in winter than they need.
Winter Skincare Routine: Beating the Cold Weather Blues
As the winter chill settles in, so do the challenges of maintaining healthy and radiant skin. The cold weather, coupled with harsh winds and indoor heating, can leave your skin feeling dry, dull, and in need of some extra TLC. Fear not, as I unveil a winter skincare routine that will not only protect your skin from the elements but also lift your spirits during the frosty season.
How You Can Appreciate Winter at Home
There’s plenty to look forward to and appreciate in winter this year. You can have fun in the snow, learn to recognise the changes it brings, and spend some cosy time with your family or partner.
5 Glorious Winter Warmers
What do you think of when it comes to winter warmers? Is it a warm cup of tea or coffee, an open fire, or swapping over the duvets for an extra thick one perhaps? Maybe you’ve got a favourite blanket to curl up under on the sofa whilst you watch a favourite Christmas movie?
Winter skin care: looking after your skin during the colder weather
With the pressures of modern life skin care is often the last thing on your list. It’s not that we don’t realise we need to take care of our skin, it’s more that we don’t make it a priority.
10 Practical Self-Care Hacks for Parents
What can we do to make our lives a little easier and our days run a little smoother? I’ve compiled a selection of top tips for parents to help overcome the January blues and sail seamlessly into springtime.
Skiing with children: the kit list
Packing for a holiday when you have a large family can be a bit like a military operation. Packing for a skiing trip with a large family is something else altogether.