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  • 5 Chocolate Free Advent Calendar Ideas 

    5 Chocolate Free Advent Calendar Ideas 

    Can you believe it is getting to that time of the year again. Since becoming a parent I realise how important the Advent Calendar is and how excited the little ones get counting down to Christmas. I don’t know about your little ones but mine get very high on sugar even after one chocolate so I’ve been on the hunt for some alternative advent calendars that are just as fun! Here’s what I found!

  • 21 Daily Affirmation ideas for Toddlers & Preschoolers

    21 Daily Affirmation ideas for Toddlers & Preschoolers

    If you’re anything like me then you are probably very familiar with the idea behind daily affirmations. Affirmations are short mantras you can repeat to yourself for a more positive outlook on life and they’re proven to work. It also turns out that they’re not just for grown-ups. Here are 21 ideas for affirmations to get you started.

  • 7 Tips for Returning to work after Maternity Leave

    7 Tips for Returning to work after Maternity Leave

    Most of us will return to work with mixed emotions. Not wanting to leave our little ones' sides but at the same time with a positive feeling about doing something for ourselves again. Here are 7 Tips to make the transition back into work a little easier.

  • Tips for Starting Childcare

    Tips for Starting Childcare

    One of the hardest titans as a parent is deciding when your little one should start childcare and choosing the best option for you. It could be a Day Nursery, Nanny or Childminder whichever you choose, it will be a big adjustment for you and your little one settling into a new routine. Here are a few ideas that might help. 

  • Newborn Essentials - What do you need before Baby arrives

    Newborn Essentials - What do you need before Baby arrives

    There is a long list of things to do before baby arrives, one of them being collecting all the items you need. Lots of the big stuff pushchairs, car seats, carrier, cots is obvious but you'll also need lots of everyday items. It can feel overwhelming, there are so many things out there, but don’t worry we've put together a list of a few of our newborn baby essentials to help you get ready for your little one. 

  • 5 Tips on How to Style a Family Photo Shoot

    5 Tips on How to Style a Family Photo Shoot

    Family photos are a great way to capture special moments and preserve the memories of those you love. But when it comes to styling the perfect family photo shoot, it can be difficult to know where to start. Here are some tips for planning and executing the perfect family photo shoot.

  • Making the Move to a Big Kid Bed - 4 Easy Ideas

    Making the Move to a Big Kid Bed - 4 Easy Ideas

    Between the ages of 18 months and 3 years, little ones will make the transition to their very first big-kid bed. It is best to keep your toddler in a cot as long as possible, but if they start to climb over the rail, are potty-trained, or express a desire to move into a big bed, it is time for the transition. Here are some ideas to make it easy on you and your little one.

  • 5 Benefits of Bath Time

    5 Benefits of Bath Time

    Bath Time can be one of thee most fun times of day, and isn’t just about getting your baby nice and clean - although that is definitely a benefit after a long day of messy play! Here are some of the benefits of this special time of day.

  • Let's talk about Maternal Mental Health

    Let's talk about Maternal Mental Health

    Maternal mental illness is extremely common during pregnancy and in the year after giving birth. In fact it’s quite normal, with more than one in 10 women in the UK affected by postnatal depression,  it can also affect partners and fathers too. 

  • 11 Ways to Take Care of Yourself as a Mum - Practice Self Love

    11 Ways to Take Care of Yourself as a Mum - Practice Self Love

    Taking time take care of yourself as a mum really is super important, but usually one of the things we leave to last. If you’re feeling like you’re drowning because life is too busy, you have to put yourself first for once. I’ve got you covered with this. Here are 11 ways you can easily take care of you.

  • 8 Ways to really help your little one deal with the Clocks changing - ideas on sleep routine

    8 Ways to really help your little one deal with the Clocks changing - ideas on sleep routine

    It’s almost that time of year again! I for one love the lighter brighter evenings of the Spring and Summertime but dread the clocks changing - just that single hour, has in the past, thrown my little ones bedtimes out for weeks. I think I’ve just about got it sorted now and I’m sharing my findings with you lovely lot!

  • Our 12 Top Parenting Hacks - Tried & Tested

    Our 12 Top Parenting Hacks - Tried & Tested

    From experience I know that a good hack can be life changing! I mean who knew about cleaning your oven with a dishwasher tablet before it blew up on social media?! These are from my personal experience some of the best Mum hacks around - all have been tried and tested by my family of 5 many many times. I hope they help you as much as they helped me!

  • 7 Top Tips to Encourage a Baby to Crawl

    7 Top Tips to Encourage a Baby to Crawl

    As a parent myself I know how much you will want to encourage your little one to reach the next stage of their development. As soon as they can roll over we encourage them to sit up, then the next step is crawling. But what can you do to help your little one on their way? Here are some ideas!

  • 4 Reasons Sleeping with Socks on can help Babies and Toddlers sleep better.

    4 Reasons Sleeping with Socks on can help Babies and Toddlers sleep better.

    When I taught Baby Massage, back when Sidney was a baby, I found a lot of parents woul...