While you were sleeping little one I took the opportunity to catch up on some of the things I had not had a chance to do whilst I was playing with you and your siblings, feeding you all or dashing around from one big kid activity to the next. While you were sleeping little one: […]
My advice to new parents
As a mum of four you might be thinking that this article is about me imparting my wisdom on you and giving parenting advice where it is neither wanted nor needed. Far from it. In my view parenting is a journey. There is no right or wrong way to do it just different approaches and […]
Feeding fuel
Breastfeeding can be hard work. I’ve heard lots of people say that they were always hungry when they were breastfeeding. After breastfeeding four babies I actually don’t think I have had that “I’m starving” feeling more than a handful of times and I certainly haven’t felt like I needed to eat more. Having said that, […]
Caring for children’s hair
Hair care can be stressful for both parents and children, but it doesn’t have to be. These are our top tips for stress-free haircare: Get your children used to getting their face and head wet from an early age and make this a part of their daily routine Use a shampoo that is kind to […]
My toddler is a back seat driver
I have been quietly amused by how vocal our toddler is when I’m driving for sometime now. The last couple of weeks however have seen him take it up a gear…or three. His favourite thing to do is to shout very loudly at me at a roundabout “Go Go Mummy”and this continues until I pull […]
School holiday activities: part three
Welcome to part three of our school holiday activities series. The summer holidays are here! If you have been reading the series so far you will have seen that we have so far covered a couple of wet day options. UK weather can be so temperamental I always feel I need these options available. These […]
Inspirational business role models for your daughter
There are many inspirational role models for girls growing up today. Many strong and resourceful women have been able to overcome a variety of challenges to achieve great success, while making the world a better place. More girls allowed educational opportunities In the past, it was more difficult for girls to get the education they […]
Encouraging active children: part three
Welcome to part three of our active children series. The summer term at school is always a busy one sports wise for the big kids, with all sorts going on. Sports days are of course the things that come around every year. I know they aren’t for everyone but I think there are lots of […]