Sending your child on their first overseas school trip is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel a little daunting for both parents and students. For many children, these trips happen for the first time in their early teens, often around the age of 13 or older, and may be their first experience travelling…
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5 Beauty & Grooming Tips for Busy Parents
Read moreImage Credit: Karly Jones from Unsplash. Everyone wants to look and feel their best, but that doesn’t mean everyone is able to actually put the time and effort into it. Parents know this all too well, given how many responsibilities they’ll have and things they’ll need to get done every day. It’s easy to see…
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How to Build Your Village as a Single Parent
Read moreRaising a child alone requires strength, resilience and resourcefulness. While it may seem daunting at times, building your own “village” of support can make all the difference. This guide will explore practical steps you can take as a single parent to create your own network of support in the UK. With some planning and effort,…
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Preparing for Twins: What I Wish I Knew Before They Arrived
Read moreI knew it all when I found out I was having twins. Like, how tough could that really be? Two babies double the nappies, double the feeds, sure—but I reckoned I’d make it. The thing I found out in a hurry was, that there’s your knowing of it, and then it’s a different thing altogether…
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5 Great Benefits Of Teaching Your Kids Healthy Habits Early
Read morehttps://unsplash.com/photos/iYQgnaWD8uw As a parent, you want your kids to live a happy and healthy life. However, you cannot expect them to pick up the secrets to healthy living all by themselves. It is your responsibility to instil healthy habits as soon as possible, and the benefits cannot be ignored. Not sure what these benefits are?…
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Should Busy Moms Attend Grad School? We Think So
Read moreBeing a busy mom is challenging enough on its own, but it can get even more complicated when you have multiple kids or are juggling other responsibilities at the same time. Often, personal care and growth may fall on the wayside. However, being a busy mom should not get in the way of your personal…
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How To Strengthen Your Relationship With Your Child
Read moreAlthough the media may have us believe otherwise, not all parents find it easy to bond with their children. This might just be a natural feeling, but it could also be through fear or inexperience, or perhaps just because their lives are busy and it’s hard to find the time. If you feel that you…
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How To Save Money For Parents
Read moreHaving children is a wonderful thing, and there are many fantastic experiences to be had and memories to be made with them. Something that is also important to remember, of course, is that children are also expensive. Not only will you have additional people living in your home, but children – especially younger children –…
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What effect is social media having on our children?
Read moreSocial media is a big part of our world. It’s a great way for families all over the world to stay in touch with one another, but at what age should children be given access to social media? Just to clarify social media to me are platforms such as You Tube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.…