Seeing Double! Tips for your Journey with Twins
Raising twins can be an incredibly rewarding but challenging experience. Here are some tips and advice to help you navigate the journey: Create a routine: Establishing a consistent routine for feeding, sleeping, and playtime can provide structure and stability for both you and your twins. It can also help with managing their individual needs and […]
Pocket Money Gender Gap: Boys Get 12% More – so what are kids learning about money from YOU?
I’m talking about the new survey about Pocket Money on Sky News today. Children are getting an average of £6.55 a week in pocket money but the gap is widening between the earnings of boys and girls. The Halifax survey of nearly 1,800 children aged eight to 15 and their parents found that they now […]
Did you know that there are FOUR parenting ‘feeding styles,’ but only ONE is actually good for your kids’ health?
Raising a healthy eater is a full-time job isn’t it? If you’re a parent, you are well aware of juggling your family’s activities from football to Rainbows, finding time for homework, doctor’s appointments, play dates, sleep overs and much more. But an important part of your parenting job description – is being the gatekeeper of […]
How many Saturdays have you got left ?
I enjoy Saturday morning. Perhaps it’s the quiet solitude that comes with being the first to be up and writing, or maybe it’s the fun of knowing the kids are around all day. Either way, I really enjoy the first few hours of a Saturday morning, especially in the summer when the warmth of the […]
Does your child hear the word, ‘No!’ more than 400 times a day?
The average toddler hears the word “no” an astonishing 400 times a day, according to experts. You, like me, may, at first, think that this must be an exaggeration but pause to ponder this…when we tell a toddler ‘No’ we usually say,’ No, no, no!’ which is actually three times in three seconds – reinforcing […]