Include some of these cheap activities and outings for children and families in holiday plans to keep children busy and active during school holidays. School holidays can be a great opportunity to … [Read more...]
How to find trusted, local childcare
It’s difficult when looking for childcare arrangements for several reasons. If you are new to an area or if you are a new parent who has never needed to source a trusted and well-reviewed … [Read more...]
TELL App, a story telling app for families
With us being away from family, I am always interested in things to make the gap closer. Whether this is face time calls so Lucas can see family and have a chat or creating … [Read more...]
Autumn adventures
Oh my goodness the weather has gone cold and it has been so rainy recently. Not one to let the weather dampen our moods and keep us inside, Lucas and I have still been out and about on … [Read more...]
Starting L’Ecole Maternelle in France
Lucas was due to start reception class in the UK last month, but as we moved to France, he has another nursery year. In the French education system, children start L’Ecole Maternelle at the age of … [Read more...]
How to help children cope with death
I hope this guide will help you help children cope with death. First, before I go further, it is essential to acknowledge that dealing with your feelings is challenging, without the addition … [Read more...]
Uncovering the Benefits of Co-Sleeping
For decades now, having your child alongside you when you’re sleeping seems to have gotten a bad reputation and I completely understand the risks but it is actually great, and packs in a ton … [Read more...]
Ways to help your child’s education
Watching your child perform well at school and in academics can be a very fulfilling and satisfying feeling, and quite frankly, that’s what we all want to experience as parents. But that, like the … [Read more...]
Fun Spring games
Here are some fun games and activities that can be played outside with a group of children of any age. Variations on Tag The game of tag has so many variations they could fill an entire book. Here … [Read more...]
Making sure the elderly keep their independence
As we get older, sometimes, we rely on other’s around us to help us get around. However, there are ways that the elderly can keep their independence, taking the weight off those caring for … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Encourage your Children to be More ‘Green’
Good habits are easy to form when the mind is young and impressionable, and that’s exactly why, it is best to introduce your little one to healthy habits at an early stage itself. Educate Educating … [Read more...]
How to Get Mother’s Day Planned Early
Most people have had the same fear, forgetting Mother’s Day! There’s nothing worse than feeling the wrath of your mum when their big day has been completely overlooked. Additionally, there’s … [Read more...]