Tuesday, 24 December 2024

8 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW IF YOU WANT TO TEACH YOUR CHILD TO READ

 One moment, your child might be gleefully pointing out letters on street signs, and the next, they’re trying to read a cereal box upside-down, convinced that’s how all the grown-ups do it. Before you know it, you’re knee-deep in alphabet songs, phonics worksheets, and endless bedtime stories about talking trucks or sparkly unicorns.



Monday, 23 December 2024

HOW TO MAXIMISE SPACE IN YOUR HOME

 Looking to maximise space in your home? Many UK homeowners struggle for space, particularly when they have kids! Moving home or building an extension is not always possible or practical, but there are a few effective strategies you can use to maximise space in the home and enhance functionality and comfort. 



Sunday, 22 December 2024

WHY YOUR FIRST CHILD WILL & WON’T PREPARE YOU FOR YOUR SECOND CHILD

 Becoming a parent is one of the most wonderful experiences in the world, but it does come with its fair share of challenges. For one, it’s important for a parent to accept that suddenly, they are not the most important person in their lives anymore. Unfortunately, not all parents seem to get that memo, but it’s certainly part of the job. The orbit of your life changes when you welcome a little one, and for many, it gives renewed purpose they may have struggled with before.


Saturday, 21 December 2024

MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKET

 It's that time of year when we head off to Manchester Christmas Market. Alessia broke up on Thursday so we decided to go together on Friday. If you have more than one child, then you will know the struggle trying to make one one-on-one time with each one, especially if there is a bit of an age gap or they are into completely different things. 


Friday, 20 December 2024

HOW CAN SINGLE DADS BOND WITH & CARE FOR THEIR DAUGHTERS



According to science, the closest familial relation two people can have is between mother and daughter. Not only does a mother understand the unique challenges that women have to go through, but this helps her with ability to understand the expressions and needs of a young girl, as she’s been through it all and more.



Thursday, 19 December 2024

WHAT I'M READING | ALWAYS IN DECEMBER | EMILY STONE

 The front of this cover was the reason why I wanted to read it. Never judge a book by its cover they say right? but I am a sucker for a nice-looking book cover. It took me quite a while to read this one as December has been absolutely manic with work and mum life, but I was definitely glad I picked it up.


Wednesday, 18 December 2024

WHY IT’S IMPORTANT TO STAY WARM THIS WINTER



There is a lot to like about the winter months, but it can be challenging to stay warm. Staying warm is so important not only in terms of health.
This post will explore why it is so important to stay warm in winter and offer a few practical strategies that will help, particularly in light of recent changes to energy support schemes in the UK.