We are looking at the ab killer for new mums, diastasis recti Congratulations! You have your little bundle of joy (this could be recent, a few months or even years ago) and you’re loving being a mummy. The one thing that you may now be feeling is that when you look in the mirror all […] Read more…
Setting Priorities as a Parent
Recently my husband and I had an argument (I know it happens) but actually, although I hate to admit it, he’s right (it had to happen some time!) It had something to do with setting priorities as a parent. As a rule I like to be busy and take on a lot of commitments – […] Read more…
Parent Party Planning For A 6 Year Old
Parent party planning, how not to do it, plus some things I actually learned, tips, tricks and ideas for the future. There are certain moments in your life that you realise you are out of your depth. This is one of them. Unfortunately I am not an event planner, otherwise, this post would be irrelevant […] Read more…
Protect Children With NSPCC’s Pantosaurus #TalkPANTS
Introducing the Pantosaurus, NSPCC’s way of teaching children the “underwear rule” Some parts of parenting can be difficult and now he’s 6 years old it’s time to have certain conversations with my son that honestly I am not prepared for. Protecting children from abuse is obviously important and one of the ways to do this is […] Read more…
How To Suppress Breast Milk Supply
Say what?! yes you heard correctly, this post is going to discuss how to suppress breast milk supply after breastfeeding I frequently see posts on increasing breast milk supply but that doesn’t always apply to everyone (and it certainly didn’t for me.) With my first, he basically drank me dry but with my second it’s […] Read more…
Learning Christmas Sign Language With Terry the Monkey
Let’s learn some Christmas sign language with your kids! Last year I interviewed Joe, the mastermind, and creator behind Terry the Monkey who creates sign language drawings, graphics and eBooks to help make sign language more accessible to kids and it is my pleasure to introduce some festive sign language fun! Revisit the interview here: Sign […] Read more…
How To Decide On Pocket Money Amounts
Pocket money! It’s hard to get an “industry standard” so I’ve looked to others for help! The little guy is shortly turning 6 and has started to become more interested in buying things, leading us to try and teach him about earning his own money. When I was younger, I remember having to do chores […] Read more…
8 Things To Consider Before Purchasing A Family Car
*Sponsored Post* Now I am driving, It’s time to discuss getting a family car! I am thoroughly enjoying driving at the moment, and we have a small little run-around car but we are quickly noticing that we may need to look at a more suitable family car next year. A car is full of potential […] Read more…
Run Reigate Kids Race Review 2017
The little guy took part in the Run Reigate Kids Race this year and loved it! I have taken part in the Run Reigate since it started in 2014, running the half marathon in 2014 and 2015, and the 10k in 2016 (see that review here.) This year, however, the little guy had to represent […] Read more…
Grow With Me 3-In-1 Activity Gym & Ball Pit Review
Little Miss is loving her activity gym and ball pit already! This being our second child we have sort of done away with all the fancy toys and equipment this time around, we didn’t really need or use much last time so we have saved our money this time. Yay for being frugal! But with […] Read more…