Back to school with everything clearly labeled
*We were kindly sent items to share on how everything is clearly labeled as we go back to school* As we plan for and send our kids back to school, there is a long list of things to do, and making sure everything is clearly labeled is important, so kids know what belongs to them, […]
READ MORE
Are you drinking enough water?
Are you drinking enough water? I know haven’t been, but I am working hard to change that. When I say I don’t drink enough I don’t mean reaching for the wine at the end of the day. I actually mean water or other fluids that are good for my body. I try every day to […]
READ MORE
Easy & delicious Gluten-free cinnamon chips
This recipe for Gluten-free cinnamon chips is easy, and they are really delicious and moreish. They are great for lunchboxes, as a snack when you want something sweet and if you love Cinnamon Grahams then you will like these too. I am a fan of a certain American brand of cinnamon flavoured breakfast cereal, but […]
READ MORE
Going to school practice with Melissa & Doug
If you have a little one going to school or going back to school, then you might be getting them prepared. Sorting out the uniform, teaching them to do basics like make sure they can do up their shoes, wash their hands properly, and all the little things that they need to learn to be […]
READ MORE
Replacing a kitchen floor isn’t as hard as you think
*This is a collaborative post on how we plan to replace our kitchen floor that we hope will be helpful* I looked at my kitchen floor recently and realized it was looking very old, and very tired. It has stood the test of time, with not only my family treading across it but also the […]
READ MORE
Nipper Affirmation Cards for children
*We were kindly sent some Nipper Affirmation cards to review and share about* Life can be very challenging for children, and as a parent, it’s my job to help them learn to process life, and navigate it’s challenges as they grow up. Sometimes that can be quite hard, and often it is “learn on the […]
READ MORE
Back to school we go – life in the time of coronavirus
The last time I shared a post about Coronavirus was in June, and once again things have changed, and back to school we go, next week for the teenager. Almost six months ago, schools closed across the UK (although now our government is claiming they actually didn’t close, but the majority of children left school […]
READ MORE
Are letterbox parcels the future of packaging?
*This is a collaborative post with Lil Letterbox* We’ve all become a victim of the ‘we are sorry we couldn’t deliver’ notice when we miss our parcels. Usually, down to needing a signature, or due to the courier not being able to fit your parcel through the letterbox. This either results in your packaging being […]
READ MORE
Monograms made easy with Monogram maker
*This is a collaborative post on how you can easily create monograms with Monogram maker* My teenager and I recently started our own little at-home enterprise. She’s very creative and crafty and has taught herself to sew and use a sewing machine. She has been selling the items she makes locally and via social media, […]
READ MORE
Create your own books with Bookeez
*We were kindly sent a Bookeez kit to review* It’s always fun to find something a little bit different to encourage your kids to get creative and make your own book kit from Bookeez is a fun way for kids to make something they can use for learning and creativity. What’s your story? Your very […]
READ MOREAbout blog
Welcome to Cats, Kids, Chaos. We started over 9 years ago, originally as The Mad House of Cats & Babies, in a blur of sleep deprivation. We share family life as we live and see it, and try to keep it real. I write about food allergies, homeschooling, parenting a teenager, product reviews and everything in between. The odd cat post may feauture too. Welcome to the chaos, grab a cup of coffee and join us!