Over the Christmas holidays there are a million and one tasks that need to be done. While you are trying to work your way through your festive “to do” list, your kids are getting more and more hyper as the big day approaches. This stress can be enough to send some parents over the edge. But, there are things you can do to make the holiday season that bit calmer. Why not try involving your kids in a few of your Christmas tasks? Not only will you benefit from an extra pair of...
Every mother knows that long journeys in the car can be a complete nightmare. If you have one kid, they will spend the whole trip complaining that they are bored. If you have more than one kid then keeping them cooped up together in a small space for hours on end will prove itself to be a recipe for disaster. Well, I’ve learned all of these things the hard way. But that doesn’t mean that you should have to. Here are a few of my top tips for keeping the kids at peace on those...
(Photo credit) It is important to make sure that your children have places in your home that are just for them. Areas where they can play, relax and just chill out. For some fantastic ideas for making your home more child-friendly, have a read of our tips below: Playroom Whilst your children have their bedrooms, it is also nice for them to have an area in the main house to play in freely. Creating a playroom is the perfect way to give them this space. If you have a spare room,...
For single dads, getting back into the dating scene can be quite a challenge. Raising kids is a tough job, and between work and home life, it can seem like there really isn’t a place for romance. Keep trying, however, as the payoff is worth it. Getting back out there For men who have suffered the breakdown of a long-term relationship, it can be a huge knock to their confidence, and getting back out there into the dating world can appear daunting or even demoralizing. It’s...
When I became a parent for the first time, I suddenly realized just how many potential dangers the home presented to a helpless little baby, and even more to an inquisitive toddler. As much of my time was spent in the kitchen, it seemed natural to ensure that my kitchen was as child friendly as possible. ...
This summer we took a bit of a risk with our family holiday and headed away from the typical Lanzarote, Tenerife, Turkey holidays a lot of families opt for, and headed on the road less travelled to…Thailand! Adventure, elephants, diving and jungles awaited, and we have literally the best time so far in our lives (to date, anyway). And so, shamefully neglecting the plethora of wonders this stunningly beautiful country has to offer, I couldn’t resist putting this article...
Kids can create a lot of stress. Fact. It starts when they’re born and they’re keeping you up all night. It continues when their poo comes out green, they put EVERYTHING straight into their mouths and they seem to pick up every cough and sniffle anyone within a 10 mile radius of your home has had. Then they start to walk and they become fascinated with plug sockets, the fireplace, cupboards, hot cups of tea, the letterbox, the stairs – basically anything and...
