It’s children’s mental health week this week and there is no doubt that we need to highlight this important topic. The reason being is that mental health is without doubt still being brushed under the carpet. Even today the stigma surrounding mental health is still very much alive and kicking in the UK and that’s…
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[AD] Keeping Your Family Safe Online With SimpleCyberLife.com
Read moreBack last summer something happened to me online which made me question exactly how safe my family and I are online. Out of the blue I received an email from a complete stranger saying that photos of my seven year old twin girls and I were being used in a chat room which, to say…
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[ad] Find The Right Car For Your Teen
Read moreAre you at the point where it’s time to start looking at cars for your teen? If so, there are a few things that you need to consider. Keeping these factors in mind will ensure that you don’t make any mistakes when you are shopping for used cars on the market. Pexels Source CCO License…
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[ad]Reducing the Cost of Your Essential Bills
Read moreFamily life is expensive. This is a given. The key to financial security is to create a budget and stick to it. You can make sure you budget covers the essentials and then any money left over can be saved away for your little ones’ future or a rainy day, or spent on fun things…
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[ad] Giving Great Gifts – Suggestions To Help You Nail It
Read moreWhen it comes to gifting, we all want to be the master. To be the one that manages to get the perfect gift time after time. It’s not easy, though. It takes time, care, and close attention to what your intended recipient wants and needs. So here are some suggestions to get your gift-giving juices…
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[ad] 5 Fantastic Ways To Set A Health Example For Your Kids
Read moreOne thing you’ll learn very quickly as a Dad is how much your kids rely on for everything. In the beginning, it means food, bathing, and basic activities they are too young to do at that stage of their lives. But, as they get older, it becomes apparent that they turn to their parents for…
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AD Making Sure Your Mental Health Is Ok After Becoming a Parent
Read moreThere are few things in life that without doubt most of us will feel under pressure and our mental health will be under pressure. It could be moving home or getting married, but there is no doubt that one if not the biggest change in our lives is when you become a parent and this…
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[ad] What Could You Live Without?
Read moreHere’s an interesting question, have you ever thought about what you could live without? There are some things in life that we must have, and especially as parents, those needs are not about us anymore, but about our kids and giving them the best life possible. When thinking in those terms, there are things you…
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[ad] 10 Pregnancy Essentials You Didn’t Know You Needed
Read moreNo two single pregnancies have the same effect on a woman. Some women may experience constant exhaustion, lack of energy, and never-ending nausea, while others go through pregnancy surprisingly energized and chic. While it’s not possible to predict the outcome and experiences of pregnancy, certain hurdles remain constant. Here are some of the most common…
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Build That Daddy’s Bond
Read moreHaving a bond with your kids is so important. It’s either going to be something that you found so easy to do, or it’s something you’ve struggled with a little bit. It generally goes that moms have the reigns with the kids. You’ll only be allowed a couple of weeks maternity leave, whereas they will…
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4 Ways To Keep You And Your Children Sane On Holiday
Read moreLet’s face it, there will be an inevitable family row on any holiday, be it the school holidays, or travel away with the family. But it doesn’t have to be that way the whole holiday! There are ways to wind down the chaos on the inevitable toddler tantrum or break away from the big bad…
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A Fun Day Out With The Kids That’s Not Expensive
Read moreWe may be in the middle of winter and yes, it’s cold, and more often than not it’s raining, but that shouldn’t hold us back from having a fun filled day out with the children because there are many indoor places that we can visit. Whenever we go on a day out with the kids…
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The Reality Of Santa Delivering Presents To All The Children In The World
Read moreChristmas eve is a busy time for one particular person. Yes, it’s Santa! He has to deliver all the presents to all the children in world. Of course we all know that it’s the magic of Christmas that will help him, but have you ever wondered what the reality of making sure that all the…
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How to Keep the Kids Entertained During the Christmas Chaos?
Read moreChristmas time can be hectic enough without having to keep the kids entertained on top of it all. Nothing is worse than sweating over a steaming pan trying to cook the Christmas meal in time or trying to get all the presents wrapped whilst they’re nagging you to entertain them! If you have little ones…
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I Really Hope We Never Lose The Magic Of Christmas
Read moreOur twin girls are now in the middle of celebrating their seventh Christmas and it’s been an interesting journey for us to watch over those years. This year has been easily the most fascinating Christmas for me to watch when it comes to the girls, and that’s mainly because I know that the magic of…
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Are We Changing The Way We Cherish Family Memories?
Read moreWhenever I look at feeds on social media, mainly Instagram, I’m constantly bombarded with posts about how people are making family memories and then I see the word AD. Firstly let me just say that I have absolutely no problem with social media influencers, bloggers, and vloggers etc making money from their feeds. I earn…
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Stress-Busting Tips for a Fun Family Christmas
Read moreChristmas is magical. It’s a great time to catch up with friends and family, to overindulge, and enjoy yourself. It’s time to take a break and to spend some quality time with the people that you love the most. This magic is only increased if you’ve got young children at home, counting down the days. …
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[AD] Review Of Red At The Wales Millennium Centre
Read moreLast Saturday we were fortunate enough to be invited to the Wales Millennium Centre with Likely Story for the opening of the show, Red. Red is inspired by “Little Red Riding Hood” and it was certainly an off the wall interpretation of a classic tale. There were times when I felt I been transported to…
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[AD] The Week Junior And My Twin Girls
Read moreMy twin girls will be turning eight years old in just a couple of months and their thirst and desire for knowledge is in overdrive at the moment. It could be that they want to know more about current affairs, science, geography, sports or just what is in the news today. When I was sent…
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The Importance of Sleep for Kids’ Emotional Well-being
Read moreKids need more sleep than any other age group, but they don’t seem to be getting enough. According to recent data released by the CDC, only 25.4% of high school students get more than 8 hours of sleep every night, and that percentage decreases a little more every year. While it’s not entirely clear what’s…
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Spice Up You Family Christmas Party This Year!
Read moreChristmas is a time where families get together and enjoy one another’s company. For me, this is what makes it the most beautiful time of the year. It’s the only opportunity you get to spend days on end with your close and extended family. Many of you may host a Christmas get together every year…
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