Parenting
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How to Make Your Garden Child Friendly*
Transitioning to parenthood is a complicated process.. not only do you need to think of the immediate things a baby needs, but you also need to think of the future. And on part of that future, it’s about making your home and garden child friendly and child proof. Today, I’m thinking about the garden. These days your children can’t really go roaming the streets, in fact it’s not even really safe to let them play on your own street at least not without constant parent supervision. Even looking back only 20 years ago, I was allowed from a young age to walk 10 minutes to the park, or cycle around…
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Popular Ways to Spend Your Spare Time as a Mum*
Life as a mum can be extremely busy and tiring, particularly for those who have younger children. It’s little wonder therefore that mums are keen to make the most of their spare time through activities that will enable them to enjoy some relaxation, have some fun, indulge in some exciting entertainment and simply take time out of their busy lives. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways that you can make the most of your spare time as a mum, many of which you can enjoy at home so if you are looking after little ones you can still look forward to the chance to relax. Of course, as all parents…
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My Mummy First Aid Kit*
As a parent my biggest fear in the world is something happening to my daughter. As soon as you become a mum, all previous fears like loosing your parents, becoming bankrupt or even dying yourself are put onto the back burner because your kid is the most important thing and it’s unimaginable to think of life without them. But lets face it, your kid is going to get sick or hurt and one time or another, and if they’re anything like my daughter at three, they’ll be completely fearless and think jumping between the sofa’s like the cat is a smart idea. Of course it’s not, and just this week…
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How Antibacterial Towels Can Make Your Bathroom Safer*
The bathroom doesn’t have a great reputation for cleanliness. And when you have kids, things only get dirtier. But I was surprised to find out that the dirtiest things in the bathroom aren’t the toilet seat, doorknob or the bin. They’re your towels! In fact, one study found that your towels are the dirtiest objects in the entire home. They’re absolutely crawling with bacteria, mould, viruses, allergens and a lot more icky stuff. Damp, warm towels covered in body oil and dead skin make the perfect environment for germs to grow. Most of these germs can hurt you and your family. From breakouts to allergies to full-blown illness, your towels…
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Best Knitting Patterns & Yarn for Children*
Where knitting was once considered to be a hobby of older people to pass the time, there is now a huge range and variety of knitting patterns out there for people of all ages and skill levels to enjoy. Whether you’ve never picked up knitting needles in your life or you have been an avid knitter for many years, the modern and fun patterns available means you can knit something that you or your friends and family will genuinely love, use and enjoy! Here are some of the best knitting patterns and yarn to knit for children of all ages, whether a loved one has recently had a baby or…
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Studying STEM Subjects*
When it comes to university majors and careers, STEM subjects have become a buzzword in the last 20 years. STEM forms many essential aspects of modern societies and economies. They cover a vast range of qualifications and facilitate various career disciplines from civil engineering, neuroscience to artificial intelligence. Studying STEM at university is not only intellectually stimulating but also enables graduates to develop highly rewarding careers. Due to their extensive coverage, there is undoubtedly confusion among young people and parents when it comes to choosing which STEM subjects to study, what preparation you need to excel at them. I have collaborated with Ashbourne College, one of London’s best sixth form…
