We are a bit hat mad in this house, we love woolly hats, bobble hats, cozy hats and basically if it can go on our heads, it gets worn. My children share my love of head wear and have a collection of hats they like to put on. So, when this rather fabulous balaclava style […]
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The Quick And Easy Guide To Baby Car Safety
If you are waiting for your baby to arrive, knowing what to do when you have them in the car is an absolute must. You need to make sure your baby is as safe as can be whenever they’re in the car. These quick and easy tips will help you: Make Sure The Car Is […]
READ MOREThere’s a mouse in the house…
There’s a mouse in the house and I have no idea how do deal with it. Mice are cute, in cartoons, and soppy pictures on social media. My daughter’s friend at school even keeps domestic mice as pets, and they are adorable. But the mouse (or mice, I’ve only seen one) that has moved into […]
READ MOREPurrrfect Cat Breeds To Consider
It’s disputed exactly how many different cat breeds there are out there, but one thing is for sure- they’re all adorable! There’s a reason cat videos are so popular online, these playful creatures are silly and bring so much joy to our lives. More independent than dogs but still happy to be fussed, they really […]
READ MOREAll parents have superpowers!
I personally think that all parents are superheros with unsung superpowers. I have met and known MANY mums in my lifetime, so far. I have worked as a nanny, a children’s nurse, and now I have my own children and also work with families and young children, and in that time I have seen so […]
READ MORESix tips for relieving a dust allergy…
Does your child often wake up with a stuffy nose? Or suffer from continuous cold symptoms? This collaborative post may be useful… If so, a dust mite allergy might be to blame. These tiny creatures live in bedding, cuddly toys, carpets, furniture…or anywhere they can find their favourite food (human skin cells). You can’t see […]
READ MOREMaking issues around bedwetting a bit easier?
The transition for a child from wearing nappies or pull ups at night, can be a tricky one. Some are ready quickly and are dry at night, and bed wetting is something you may not have to face, or you may have a little one who is not quite dry overnight (which up to a […]
READ MORETips for Turning a Nursery into a Toddler’s Room
*This is a collaborative post sharing some tips for turning a nursery into a toddler’s room, that we hope is helpful* If your beautiful baby is fast turning into a fun-loving toddler, it might be time to think about transforming their newborn nursery into a bedroom suitable for an inquisitive toddler. Giving your child a […]
READ MOREDealing with colds and snotty noses with Vicks…
*This is a review post. We were asked to share some tips on helping ease cold symptoms with Vicks. Please always seek medical advice if you are concerned* Kids get coughs, colds and all manner of snotty lurgies and so do adults. It’s kind of one of those facts of parenting. Both my kids have […]
READ MOREWhen dry skin on your hands is a major problem…
I wash my hands a lot. I work with small children, which often means I get messy. My hands are often very dry and sore at the end of the day, and I have a mild form of psoriasis which means they get easily irritated and can take a while to heal. I have “fancy” […]
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