The Health Risks of Neglected Gutters and Roofs
Neglected gutters and roofs can pose significant health risks to homeowners. Many people often overlook the importance of regular maintenance and cleaning for these areas of their homes. However, failing to address issues with gutters and roofs can lead to a range of health problems, both for the inhabitants of the house and for the […]
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How to Keep Kids Safe When Using Their Electronic Devices
Today I’m sharing a guest post, written by Tina from MotherGeek, which contains tips on how to keep kids safe when using their electronic devices. In today’s world, it is almost impossible to imagine life without gadgets. Our children are growing up in a world where smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices are a […]
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Melatonin for Sleep Problems in Children: Pros and Cons
Sleep problems in children can be challenging for both parents and kids. It’s not uncommon for parents to consider melatonin supplements as a potential solution. Melatonin is a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles and is available over-the-counter in some countries but is currently only available on prescription in the UK. What are the pros of […]
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Dealing with small burns
Small burns can be safely dealt with at home, if you have the right medical kit and keep a cool head. I cook. For larger groups of people, occasionally for smaller events and also it’s my love language and gift to people. I am generally very careful but occasionally I slip up and burn myself. *This […]
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Different ADHD types
ADHD is a broad spectrum diagnosis, and comes with different ADHD types. I fall under the presentation of combined ADHD. My son also presents with some of the characteristics of both. He was diagnosed when he was 8, I was diagnosed at 45. There is a very strong genetic compoinent to ADHD and we have […]
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Propagating your Poinsettias
Poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima) are plants known for their vibrant red and green foliage and are usually popular in the winter and around Christmas. They are one of my favourite plants and I currently own one that is over four years old. I often feel very sad when I see them in shops or garden centres […]
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The next steps if your GCSE exam results are not what you hoped
Receiving your GCSE exam results can be an exhilarating yet nerve-wracking experience. You’ve put in months of hard work and dedication, hoping to see your efforts reflected in those all-important grades. However, life doesn’t always go as planned, and sometimes the results may not match your expectations. If you find yourself in this situation, it’s […]
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Why not to use Klarna when online shopping
Today’s post is from Dan at The Financial Wilderness, a UK based personal finance blog on the impact of people using Klarna when online shopping. Over to Dan! Hello everyone! If there’s one section of the economy right now that’s still going gangbusters, it’s online shopping. No matter if we’re giving ourselves a little treat […]
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Back to School Giveaway
All parents facing that time of year, after the end of the summer holidays know that back to school is not always the easiest of times, and it can be a little bit expensive. Whether your child is starting school, going back to school, starting secondary school or even moving onto college, there is something […]
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Emily’s Algarve Escape – book review
I was kindly asked to review Emily’s Algarve Escape for this blog post. There are no spoilers but I will preface this by saying that I ALWAYS read the last chapter of a book before I start reading it from the beginning and this book definitely didn’t end the way I thought it would. I […]
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