Every parent dreams of a prosperous future for their children, aiming to providethem with every possible advantage. Amongst other important aspects, startingearly on financial planning is important for your child’s security. From savings accounts specially designed for young ones to smart financialhabits you can adopt yourself, multiple methods can help you set up a solidfinancial…
I want to write this post about how to revise for the 11 plus assessment and how to prepare your child. My daughter has 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…
When children enter foster care, it can be an unsettling and emotional time. Providing stable and nurturing foster homes is vital, but additional support systems can also have a hugely positive impact. Community outreach initiatives help foster children feel accepted, empowered and hopeful about the future. In this article, we will look at how this…
“There’s no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothing.” My husband pretty much lives his life by this mantra. It does not matter what the forecast is he is out and about, exploring, adventuring and taking the great outdoors all in. I must admit whilst it took me a while to get on…
Stepping into the role of foster carer means lots of different things. No two days will be the same and you will have a positive impact on the lives of all the children that come into your home. The following considerations are universal, and ought to be taken on board before signing up. Which Agency…
Nightmares are something many children and adults experience, whereas night terrors are more likely to affect children. Both can be equally frightening for both children and foster carers, especially if you are woken from a deep sleep by a screaming child. What are Nightmares? Nightmares are vivid and frightening dreams that can disrupt a child’s…
I wrote this bucket list a few years ago before my little boy was here with us and we were still a family of four. So much has changed! There are so many fun things to do in Autumn. We love to wrap up warm and get outdoors and completely embrace the season. September is…
Most mothers would agree that being a parent in the first place is often exercise enough. With a household to run, children to look after, and sometimes even a career to work, it’s not as if you’re going to be lacking physical activity day after day. But of course, that doesn’t always mean you’re going…
Change is a big part of life, and as an adult, it’s likely that you’ve developed plenty of ways to cope with change over the years. That’s a good thing, and it can help you feel less stressed and more in control of anything that’s happening. However, when it comes to children, they might not…
It’s easy to get wound up about keeping your baby safe, especially if it’s your first baby. Getting the right balance between vigilance and undue anxiety is tricky. There are definitely plenty of safety concerns that you have to think about as a parent. At the same time, you can’t spend all of your time…