Grandparents are an important part of every family. The role they play in the lives of our children is just as important as the role they played in our very own childhoods. Quite often the benefit of having ‘hands-on’ grandparents is over looked, but if we were to ask ourselves the question, ‘Where would be…
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What’s the rush? Parents slow down!
Read moreThis is something that I’ve been guilty of, as I imagine have a lot of other parents. You’re not alone and I’m by no means having a go. I’m hardly in the position to do so as I’m often the one rushing around! What am I talking about? The way in which our children…
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Before you were born we used to….
Read moreBefore you were born we used to… Be silly and throw cold cups of water over one another when in the shower Watch TV whilst snuggled up together on the sofa Fall asleep together on the sofa Go to the cinema (a lot!) I remember one time we had a…
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The trouble with twins
Read moreHaving twins is pretty cool. As a mum it’s actually quite reassuring. I mean knowing that they have an instant best friend for life is something quite unique. When they first started nursery they had one another. They didn’t not know anyone as they had each other. They’ve recently started school and they’re in the…
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Christmas Gifts for Parents
Read moreFinding gifts for parents can be hard at times so that’s why I’ve put together some ideas for you which will hopefully help make the job a little easier! A mini personalised wine bottle from Just Miniatures. I just love these! They’re super cute, you can pop them in a stocking, maybe even in a homemade…
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Daily stresses every parent of toddlers face
Read moreEvery parent says that being a parent is the hardest, yet most rewarding job you can ever do. I totally agree with this! Every day parents across the world experience daily battles and stressful situations with their children, regardless of how old they are. My twins are three years old and here are a few…
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Money Saving Tips for First Time Parents
Read moreCongratulations! You’re about to become parents! You’re probably more than prepared for your little ones arrival in terms of caring for them. You’ve probably read numerous books and online articles, been given lots of advice from other parents and now all that’s left to do is await your babies arrival. Everyone knows that having children…
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Gay Birth Right UK
Read moreWe are Rory and Nick. A gay couple at the very start of our journey to become parents. We met in back in 2012 against the backdrop of the London Olympics. London, in fact the nation, was abuzz with the games, and out first date was at the giant screens in Victoria Park to grab whatever of the…
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Twinkl Educational Resources Review
Read moreTeaching our children valuable skills when they’re young can help give them a real head start and also prepare them better for when they start school. When Twinkl contacted me about reviewing their services, I took one look at their website and agreed! I’m a big believer that parents should play an active part in…