So, you had your baby, you learnt the art of breastfeeding, everything has been going well and before you know if your tiny little baby is growing up! When is the right time to stop breastfeeding and why do people seem to take offence at breastfeeding beyond a year! The World Health Organisation Global Strategy … Read more
There are so many breastfeeding myths that you hear, and you do sometimes wonder where on earth they come from!! So here I am to try my best at dispelling breastfeeding myths! Here are just a few… Myth 1: Frequent nursing leads to poor milk production, a weak let-down response and ultimately unsuccessful nursing. Breastfeeding your … Read more
If you’re heading to the beach this summer, you may need more than a bucket and spade to keep the kids entertained. If you want to ensure boredom doesn’t set in, it’s worth planning ahead and thinking of potential games the whole family could enjoy, to give you a little inspiration, here you’ll discover some … Read more
When you have lots of children like me, you can sometimes find that things like expensive home decor items and ornaments can go by the wayside. It’s not that you don’t want them, but there is just so much else to pay for that is a higher priority. You also learn pretty quick that whatever … Read more
It’s amazing how much money we spend each month on things that we don’t really want or need. In fact, if you’ve never taken the time to go through your budget before, then you might have no idea how much you spend on everything from takeaways, to last minute treats at the grocery store. While … Read more
The living room is the communal space where everyone should feel at home and creating a focal point or two is not only pleasing to the eye, it gives the room some real depth. It might be a piece of colourful art, or perhaps a fine item of antique furniture, and with that in mind, … Read more
There are many DIY enthusiasts throughout the UK, and when it comes to things such as giving your bathroom a makeover, you can make substantial savings when you do the job yourself. The first thing that you will need to do is to plan your new bathroom, and you can get lots of useful information … Read more
Promoting a Child’s independence is so important, imagine a child trying to taste a spoonful of homemade purees, a toddler ready to take the first step, or a preschooler revealing a mess he has done. What do they need at this growing stage? They need a courageous spirit to adapt the sure-fire turns that arrive … Read more
Natural Cleaning Tips that could change your life. If, like me, you feel as though you spend the majority of your life cleaning up after your kids (and husband!), you’ll often find yourself trying to find quick, efficient and less expensive ways to get the jobs done. Recently, I decided to look into more ‘natural’ … Read more