I’m a fan of routines. I know they aren’t for everyone but I’ve always found life just runs more smoothly when everyone knows what’s happening when. This has proven even more true since having kids and in one area in particular absolutely invaluable. Even if you’ve got fun curtains and themed bed frames, bedtimes can […]
Family Life
Taking it all in
I don’t often share photos just for the sake of it but I snapped this one recently and it so perfectly captures T’s current fascination with the world around him I couldn’t resist. T is 3 1/2 and has always been very physical with boundless energy and enthusiasm and a slightly unnerving lack of fear […]
Top Tips for Going Back to School
It’ll soon be the Easter holidays, and while you may be looking forward to having the kids home for a couple of weeks for some springtime fun as a family, many people will be looking ahead to their return to school. Whether you’re in full time work and are having to cough up for childcare […]
School Routine Printable – never forget your kids’ school stuff again
Our school routine sometimes doesn’t quite go as planned… For example, last week we pulled up to the pavement in the car near the school gate, and both the kids fell out of the back seat, carrying various bags, bottles and other school paraphernalia. Gettysburg Seal Coating Pros makes sure the pavement is durable and […]
How to Buy the Perfect Pushchair
Are you expecting the arrival of a new addition to the family? If so, you are probably well aware of things such as baby travel system, pushchair and many other things you have to get before they come. Preparing for a baby can be stressful, as there’s a lot that needs to be done. Something […]
Room Makeovers: how to stretch your budget
We’re in the middle of making over our spare room this week so while Hubs is up to his elbows in paint and wallpaper I thought I’d share some of my top tips for making a big difference on a small budget. Work with what you’ve got – Before you do anything, have a good […]