This is a collaborative post sharing some tips and tricks I have found might be helpful for getting ready for prom with your teenager. It feels like it’s been a long time since I had my own prom, or back then, it was called “the sixth form ball” because I went to school in Scotland, […]
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Using Hibiscrub for tick removal on cats
Ticks are a common parasite that can infest cats, on their skin, but over the years, as a cat owner, I have learned to deal with them and one of my tick removal tricks might surprise you. Ticks are a pest leading to various health issues if not promptly removed. If you live in an […]
READ MORECrate recovery for your pet
This post sharing about crate recovery for your pet after surgery or illness. There may be affiliate links contained with that if you click through and make purchase, will earn me a small amount of revenue. These will be marked with * for your reference. There are things that a pet owner may face in […]
READ MOREPet insurance is essential
I personally believe that being a responsible pet owner means that pet insurance is essential. Having any pet IS a huge responsibility. You have to be able to care for them, provide not only emotional care, but also physical care. Food, a safe place to live, and also make sure they stay healthy, or can […]
READ MOREKeeping track of your cat or dog with PAJ GPS
This is a collaborative post with PAJ GPS, who kindly sent us a pet tracker to try out on our cats. The cats were mostly cooperative for this collaboration. Dogs would probably be more helpful, if I am honest… As a house of cats (we would love to get a dog, but that is in […]
READ MOREIs It Safe to Give Raw Food to Your Cat?
This is a collaborative post sharing about the benefits and risks of raw food and if it is safe to give raw food to your cat. There are so many different options available today when it comes to feeding cats. From traditional kibble and canned food to homemade meals and even raw diets, pet owners […]
READ MORELooking after me & feeling well again.
This is a collaborative post with Clinic Nutrition, who kindly asked me to review their supplements as I move into the next stage of life and work on feeling well and work on boosting my immune system and general health. I have shared a little bit on my social media about hitting “that” stage in […]
READ MOREChoose a secondary school with your children not for them
This is a collaborative post sharing why I think it is important to choose a secondary school with your children not for them. As a mum who has been there and done that, I hope it’s helpful to other parents starting that process. Choosing schools for your children is a big parenting decision and takes […]
READ MOREHow do we homeschool when parents are ill?
So, how do we homeschool when parents are ill? That is something I have been asked a couple of times, usually by people who have, the admitted advantage that they can still send their children to school when they themselves are unwell, rather than having to worry about looking after themselves whilst also making sure […]
READ MOREAn easy & cheaper alternative to a standing desk
We love using a standing desk at home. I find it helpful because I have back issues and sitting at a desk isn’t comfortable for me. I also find it useful to help me concentrate. Our son has ADHD and we have found that if he is able to stand and move whilst he is […]
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