We look forward to February 14th, the day of love. There are so many ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with as a family as well as a couple. I often hear how commercialised Valentine’s Day is and how it is another way for companies to make money. Whilst yes I agree, but for us it…
My 11 year old has never been a great sleeper. I honestly think that she doesn’t need as much sleep as other children. However there are times when she is still awake in the early hours and I think how can I help my child sleep at night? Or even, what can help my child…
We are always looking for new outdoor activities. As a family we love adventures, trying new things and being outside whatever the weather. So when we got an invite to visit Treetop Manchester on a day when the weather was particularly bad I was keen to find out can you go to Treetops Nets in the rain…
We are on the countdown to Christmas and frantically trying to get our home ready. When I say ready I don’t just mean putting up decorations. I also mean adding those finishing touches that can easily be forgotten. Hanging up the pictures, clearing out the cupboards and, for us, buying some light fixtures for those…
I think most parents prefer wooden toys for toddlers. Let’s face it, they look so much better than plastic ones. Not only that they are wooden toys more durable, they last longer and of course wooden toys are much more environmentally friendly. When my children were yonger, I was looking for educational wooden toys for…
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I want to write this post about how to prepare for the 11 plus because we have just been through the 11 plus process and it was quite stressful and confusing at times. There are many things I wish I would have known to make the process run a little more smoothly. If your child…
The last couple of years I have found it difficult to find fun little Christmas gifts for my oldest child Meme. Her main present seems to be getting more expensive as they do as the get older. But still like her to have at least a few more gifts to open. I have been trying…
It is that time of year again when Christmas is looming. If you are anything like me, one day it seems like you have loads of time and the next minute it is Christmas eve. I wanted to try and be as organised as possible this year. Mainly because the more organised you are the…
I always believe that the best way for a child to learn is through play. Especially during the younger years. Peppa Pig is such a big favourite and familiar face with both boys and girls which is why I am a huge fan of their learning toys. They also make great Christmas gifts. We have…