Trying to make time to exercise as a busy mum can be, well, a nightmare sometimes. I’ve had all sorts of strategies over the years to try and make sure I can build exercise into my week. Invariably these have to flex and and change as the children grow and change and as their routines […]
Making learning fun
Generally speaking I think that learning should always be fun. I know it often isn’t but it really should be. I always learnt more when it was fun and I know the children are the same. I also think the fun factor assists with information retention as well. Games are a great way to learn. […]
New year, new you: movie choices
So, we are well into January now and hello 2017. Who out there is planning on trying out something new this year? Many people embark on new fitness regimes, diets or just try out new ways of getting themselves organised, but what about when it comes to relaxation? Are there any movie lovers out there? […]
Win useful ColourGraphics supplies
Any bloggers or small business owners out there? Fancy some business cards? If not, perhaps you are looking ahead to January and all those thank you cards you will need to send? I have joined forces with ColourGraphics to offer one lucky reader the chance to win either 50 business cards or 25 thank you […]
Win a top-to-toe kit for your baby
Johnson’s Top-to-Toe range, is specially formulated for babies aged 0 to 6 months, and is as safe to use as water alone, from the very first day. The range gently cleanses and protects baby’s first line of defence – their skin, which is increasingly important at this time of year, when the combination of cold […]
Introducing KidsCastTV and App
If you are a parent or grandparent of a child over the age of 18 months, you’ve probably discovered some great TV channels and Apps by now. Some are better than others and children certainly have their favourite, as well as us adults. What are yours? KidsCast is the latest new activity website and App […]
Win £75 worth of wallpaper from Wallpaperdirect.com
Are you planning on doing a spot of decorating in the New Year? Some new wallpaper perhaps? Whatever you are looking for, wallpaperdirect.com are worth considering as they have a huge selection to suit all tastes. Perhaps you are looking for the well known multi stem design of Orla Kiely’s contemporary stylish wallpaper? Or maybe you […]
UK Blog Awards
I’ve never put my blog forward for any awards. It’s not that I don’t think awards are important, more that I’m not very good at the “look at me”, “vote for me” bit. It’s rather uncomfortable. Anyway, some of you lovely readers it turns out have nominated me in the ‘Parenting’ category in the UK […]