We are no strangers to the pain of an ear infection, and have dealt with them in childhood with our son, but also as an older child into his teen years. Fortunately as he has got older, they have decreased in frequency, and he had grommet surgery when he was three which made a huge […]
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6 Tips for Supporting Your Foster Child’s Mental Health
Mental health issues are common in foster children, particularly those who have experienced trauma, disruption, or adverse childhood experiences. As someone these children have come to trust and rely on, you are in a unique position to make a positive difference. Here are six key tips to help you support your foster child’s well-being: 1. Create a Predictable Routine […]
READ MOREGluten free Christmas cake
love making our Christmas cake every year and this gluten-free dairy-free Christmas cake is easy to make and can sit and soak brandy for a good few weeks.
READ MOREA Christmas Holiday Giveaway
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas 2023 is on it’s way fast and the festive season has already started. We are delighted to be working with our lovely group of bloggers again to host a Christmas holiday giveaway for all our readers with some amazing prizes to be had. You can spoil yourself […]
READ MOREKeeping pets safe during Christmas
As we plan for Christmas, with shopping, eating, gifting, time with family, we need to remember our furry family members and keeping pets safe during Christmas. It’s essential to remember that our pets may need special attention to ensure their safety and well-being. Christmas, in particular, poses various dangers and hazards for our pets, and […]
READ MOREEasy Christmas Crafts for Kids (and parents)
Christmas crafts, or any kind of craft may be something that fill you with fear. But as a non crafty person who often found crafting with her kids (they are bigger now) a bit scary, who works with small children still, I can tell you that they are not as bad as you think and […]
READ MOREAn Etsy Christmas wish list
With Christmas coming, I thought I would share some of my Etsy Christmas wish list with you, and you never know, it might give you some ideas as you plan your Christmas shopping. I am a big fan of Esty and often will browse there looking for items, when I need a hand made gift, […]
READ MOREWicked Uncle Christmas Gift Ideas for 3 year old boys
This is a partnership post with Wicked Uncle, sharing some gift ideas for Christmas. I hope you find it helpful, as the festivities and fun approach and you look at your to do list of Christmas present shopping. I happen to LOVE Christmas gift shopping, but definitely tend to prefer to tackle that from home […]
READ MOREWet or Dry Cat Food: Pros And Cons For Different Lifestyles
As a cat owner, you always seek the best for your furry friend, especially regarding their diet. Choosing between wet or dry cat food is one of the critical decisions you must make. Understanding the differences and how they impact your cat’s health is crucial. This article will help navigate this important choice, considering your […]
READ MOREReal or fake Christmas tree?
Every year, we ask ourselves in our house, “should we have a real or fake Christmas tree?” and we have gone down both roads with fake and also real trees. I personally prefer a real tree, but during Covid lockdowns and chaos we bought a fake tree online to use because it felt like an […]
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