It’s difficult for anyone to put effort into something they dislike, let alone a child. If a young person has no interest in a subject or struggles to understand it, they’re hardly going to feel motivated to learn. That’s why it’s essential that you instil a love of maths in children – to encourage enthusiasm…
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Should you charge your children rent?
Read moreAfter over hearing a conversation a few weeks ago about whether or not parents should charge their children rent when they enter employment, I was curious to hear what other people thought about this. I spoke to my husband, Nigel, who blogs at DIY Daddy, who thinks that parents should definitely start charging their children rent…
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Have fun this Easter with the Cadbury Peter Rabbit Collection #ad
Read moreThis Easter, Cadbury are retelling the forgotten story of the Easter Bunny, and I think you’ll agree that Cadbury is a firm favourite with families across the UK. Their brand new products are suitable for all ages and for sharing amongst the family over the Easter weekend. Saturday’s star, Frankie Bridge has collaborated with Cadbury to…
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Babymel Robyn Navy Changing Bag Review from Kiddies Kingdom
Read moreWhen our twins were babies, my husband and I went through numerous changing bags. Some were too small, others too big. Some fitted our double pushchair perfectly, whilst others just got in the way. It’s true that finding the right changing bag for you and your little ones can take time. Our twin girls are…
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This is what we really should be teaching our young girls
Read moreAs a mum of girls, I often worry about their future and think about all of the things that I’d like them to learn before they spread their wings and leave the nest. There are so many things that I wish I’d been taught when I was younger. As such I thought I’d ask some…
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Glimmies Aquaria Review
Read moreWhen it comes to toys, our girls have quite a few! This means it takes something pretty magical to impress them. So when we were sent a Glimmies Aquaria set to review along with two additional figures, I think it’s fair to say that the girls were pretty impressed! Glimmies are super cute magical creatures…
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Review: Bargain Toys from PoundToy
Read moreBuying gifts for children can be expensive. If your child’s social life is anything like the social life of our six year old twins, then you’ll know exactly what I mean. Not a week goes by where they don’t come out of school with another birthday invitation. Of course, they absolutely love getting dressed up…
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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2018
Read moreThis Sunday is Mother’s Day. A day to celebrate our wonderful mums and spoil them with love, affection and presents! I’ve put together a few ideas to help you find the perfect gift for your mum. Feasts Cookbook Set £39.50 Available online from Sous Chef, award-winning author Sabrina Ghayour’s latest cookbook is packed with recipes and…
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Now We Are Six
Read moreToday our twin girls turn six years old. I know it’s something that a lot of parents say on their children’s birthdays, but the last six years really have flown by. R and M have grown into so such wonderful, thoughtful, bright and clever girls. I’m so proud of them both, and so honoured to…