2022-04-10 11:10
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I help mums, just like you by providing insight into how working from home with kids can work (it’s hard work, but it CAN work). I talk about pregnancy, life with kids, how to blog and lifestyle posts.
2022-04-10 08:00
As you may know from last months post, my goal was to use washable breastpads instead of disposable ones. You can read the full post here. This was because I had worked hard for months to re… Read More
2022-04-09 08:00
After Christmas is always when I start to re-evaluate my family’s grocery shopping list. Especially because January is the time of the year when money is at it’s tightest. I&rsqu&hell…Read More
2022-04-08 08:00
As a mum, I am constantly trying to squeeze some ‘me’ time in. Whether it’s 10 minutes of silence, a bubble bath or an over-the-top hot chocolate. Long gone are the days wh… Read More
2022-04-07 08:00
I’ve always been a little obsessed with saving money. It’s not the worst thing to be obsessed over I suppose! The easiest place to save some money is on your weekly shopping list… Read More
2022-04-06 08:00
How frustrating is it when you write your food shopping list, go food shopping, or get it delivered and you end up with another four cans of baked beans when you already have 5 cans and forg… Read More
2022-04-05 08:00
I’ve heard, seen and read A LOT about dinner themes recently. Since starting to Meal Plan consistently for my family, deciding what to cook and when can get tiresome and difficult. So… Read More
2022-04-02 08:00
‘How to relieve colic in babies’ is probably the thing I searched for most when my children were both tiny. I was so sure I could find the ultimate answer that would get rid of i… Read More
2022-04-01 15:30
As new mums and seasoned mums looking after ourselves often comes at the end of the list of our things to do. We often forget how important self-care for mums is, and how easily forgotten it… Read More
2022-04-01 08:00
When your little one has nappy rash, you want to find the best nappy rash cream you can to make sure that it clears up quickly. Nappy rash is horrible for little ones as it can be painful fo… Read More
2022-03-31 17:28
We all have life lessons that we take from moments, experiences and memories. Completing a bachelor’s degree slightly later than most of your classmates, I think, is always a positive… Read More
2022-03-23 17:00
Picture this, clear worktops, an uncluttered desk, a place for everything, and an always tidy living room! I know, sorry. It’s a new year, which means Christmas has just been and I&rsq&hell…Read More
2022-03-23 12:30
I know, there are so many posts with first trimester tips. What makes mine different you say? Well! I’ve been through it twice now and they were both completely different. I have two p… Read More
2022-03-23 08:00
Gaining traffic is often the first and biggest quest of a blogger. Of course, we need and want people to read our content that we so have put our hard work and effort into. Therefore, we nee… Read More
2022-03-22 15:00
How often do you have the good intentions of sitting down and doing some serious batching of your content, or pinning or even writing email sequences? If you’re like me, then it’… Read More
2022-03-21 12:00
We’ve all heard them right? Those pregnancy myths? I know, your granny swears blind that you will be eating for two and your hairdresser will insist that you have a spicy curry to get… Read More
2022-03-21 08:00
Blogging is a great creative outlet. It can also be a full-time career as long as you do everything you can to get your content seen. One way to do this is with SEO, and I’m going to g… Read More
2022-03-20 15:00
Long gone are the days that we can spend a decent amount of time getting ourselves ready and looking flawless. As mums, we need a quick makeup routine, but one that doesn’t compromise… Read More
2022-03-20 12:00
Whether you are planning to breastfeed or are already breastfeeding your baby, you may have asked at some point “What is cluster feeding?”. I know that I sure did, I didn’t… Read More
2022-03-20 08:00
Pinterest, it can give the most experienced bloggers a headache. Why? because SEO for Pinterest can be hard to grasp. Pinterest also has changed slightly over the past couple of year which h… Read More
2022-03-19 12:00
Remember when you first found out you were pregnant and you were bombarded with a whole list of (probably some of your favourite) foods you weren’t allowed to eat? Well, I am sorry to… Read More
2022-03-19 08:00
You are finally on the home stretch! Can I get a WOO HOO?!?! In no time at all, you will have your tiny baby in your arms breathing in that new baby smell. Before you get to that bit, howeve… Read More
2022-03-18 12:00
We’ve all been there, haven’t we? Listening to the continuous wail of your little one, and all the shushing, rocking and cuddles just will not stop a baby that is on a mission to… Read More
2022-03-18 08:00
You want your blog to be as secure as possible right? and you definitely want your readers to know that your blog is secure so that they feel safe on it as well right? Then that is exactly w… Read More
2022-03-17 12:00
Your little one is growing up fast, and already it’s time to start their next adventure! Weaning! Now, weaning a baby can seem daunting, but it certainly doesn’t have to be. I ha… Read More
2022-03-17 08:00
Hey mama! You’re wondering what you actually NEED for breastfeeding aren’t you? Don’ worry I was in EXACTLY the same boat 3 and a half years ago. Unfortunately, my bre… Read More
2022-03-16 12:00
Hey mama-to-be! How are you feeling now? I bet your relieved the first trimester is over and you feel like you can start enjoying your pregnancy a little bit. Don’t get me wrong, there… Read More
2022-03-16 08:00
I know that it is most women’s ideal plan to breastfeed their baby after birth. It was mine both times, and I felt very guilty that I wasn’t able to fully breastfeed my firs… Read More
2022-03-16 08:00
Are you struggling to find the time to run your blog mama? Are you wondering how to find time to write? I hear ya! I was, and sometimes still am in that very position. Being a mum of two is… Read More
2022-03-15 15:00
The first fathers day is the most special for any dad. I know that I celebrated fathers day with Nick before our daughter was born and the gifts were from ‘bump’, but the first r… Read More
2022-03-15 15:00
Congratulations if you are expecting your little bundle of loveliness!! You are probably very curious, excited and wondering, how big is my baby and what will be my first trimester symptoms?… Read More
2022-03-15 12:00
When I started blogging, I honestly thought that my posts would get 100’s of views in hours and that I just needed to pin the images to my Pinterest account, maybe a few group boards e… Read More
2022-03-15 08:00
Before I became a blogger, I used Pinterest for EVERYTHING, I probably used it more than Google. While scrolling through Pinterest, I would see all of these pins created by brands and blogge… Read More
2022-03-13 12:00
If you have ever talked to anyone about babies. Then most people have their own ‘sworn by’ technique of how you can soothe your newborn to sleep. Like most other things… Read More
2022-03-13 12:00
Starting a blog can be daunting. What can be even more terrifying is the hundred of resources for bloggers, and products to buy that tell you that you need them to succeed. I have spent very… Read More
2022-03-13 08:00
Congratulations! It’s happened, your beautiful baby has entered the world, either by their choice or yours! For myself, Millie entered the world by my choice, she was hanging on in the… Read More
2022-03-13 08:00
When I first started blogging, I kept on hearing about the all-important editorial calendar, I didn’t really understand why I needed one or what made them so important. Fast forward 5… Read More
2022-03-12 08:00
I’ve never been into valentines day a huge amount if I’m honest. I’ve always seen it as another way we are made to spend money. Love should be shown all year round, not jus… Read More
2022-03-11 08:00
It doesn’t matter how many people tell you what to expect after a C-Section. You will only know what to expect after a C-Section after you have had one. Everyone experiences things dif… Read More
2022-03-10 10:00
You’ve probably heard that Pinterest is the holy grail for bloggers when it comes to traffic to their site. I don’t disagree with this, but I know that certain things work and ot… Read More
2022-03-09 08:30
I know the dream that you’re thinking about right now, am I mind reader? no definitely not! I know because I had the exact same dream like you! To have a self-hosted WordPress site. I… Read More
2022-03-07 09:58
Baby’s hospital bag is probably the most important thing to pack ready for labour. You want to make sure you have everything you need to care for your baby as soon as they arrive. A lo… Read More
2022-03-06 09:00
You hear everyone going on about packing your hospital bag. The list is as long as my arm of the things you should include. This usually consists of about 5 bags worth of things, m… Read More
2021-07-08 11:34
The May Birchox contained a great variety of products! We had Skincare, Haircare, Makeup and Nail care. All in ONE box?! Keep reading to see exactly what I thought of each product in this Ma… Read More
2021-05-13 13:17
The April Birchbox review is going to be a good one this month. This month, Birchbox has chosen each product with their theme in mind. The Future is Now! I think we forget that with every si… Read More
2021-04-20 12:42
It’s time for the March Birchbox Review. Every March, Birchox creates a box that is dedicated to International Women’s day and this year they teamed up with Freeda to create… Read More
2021-04-13 09:31
I’m a little late with February’s Birchbox review, but I wanted to make sure I had used all the products before I gave my opinion on them. When the February Birchbox got delivere… Read More
2021-03-07 07:00
You’ve just taken that first step in becoming self-hosted. You have your hosting provider, your own domain name and you’ve installed WordPress. You may have already written your… Read More
2021-02-08 10:00
How frustrating is it when you go to put your jeans on and you realise that you can no longer get them done up because your bump has suddenly popped out, or you are EXTRA bloated that day? W… Read More
2021-02-01 10:00
Just as with anything, there are must have pregnancy items. These are things that are not only essential for a healthy pregnancy but also to make sure you are comfortable and happy. I’… Read More
2021-01-25 10:00
There is really no escaping the fact that you will experience some pregnancy symptoms at some point through each trimester, and knowing how to relieve pregnancy symptoms in the simplest way… Read More
2021-01-18 10:00
What causes pregnancy symptoms? Why are you feeling so crappy when this should be the best time ever? Knowing what causes pregnancy symptoms is the first step in understanding the sudden cha… Read More
2021-01-11 10:00
First trimester symptoms in pregnancy is something we all want to know right? I know that I searched for it multiple times when I suspected I was pregnant and chances are, so did you! I know… Read More
2020-11-04 09:30
If your parents are anything like mine are, then they are notoriously hard to buy for. They literally buy anything they might want, to the point where I have to ban them from buying ANYTHING… Read More
2020-11-04 09:00
Christmas breakfast ideas other than toast was a rare thing in my house when I was a kid. Updated for 2020 We were up at 6 to open our stockings and then we used to eat the sweets and chocol… Read More
2020-11-01 16:00
Christmas is a time when we make the effort with all sorts of things. After this year I think we all need to indulge in some Christmas Cocktails. Updated for 2020 Usually, it’s Bucks f… Read More
2020-10-31 23:00
Christmas stockings are one of the first parts of Christmas morning. Children’s excitement builds when they wake up to find out what stocking gifts Father Christmas has left at the end… Read More
2020-10-23 11:00
Surely there must be Christmas gifts for someone who has everything right? How many times do you ask people what they would like for Christmas and be met with the reply of “nothin… Read More
2020-10-21 22:00
A fun Halloween food idea does not have to be difficult and they also do not have to have a lot of required skill to make. Updated for 2020 This idea is perfect for Halloween party food. &nb&hell…Read More
2020-10-19 11:00
We all have days where our motivation is low. This is where it’s handy to know how to achieve your goals for your Christmas countdown to stay organised, of course, these can be used fo… Read More
2020-10-18 08:00
Edible Christmas gifts are thoughtful, money-saving and of course yummy. There are the classic Christmas smells and tastes like cinnamon and ginger. Then there are the on-trend flavours like… Read More
2020-10-16 15:00
For me, this is the time of year that I start to take preparation for Christmas seriously. I have lists to make, budgets to work out and then when I’m going to get a chance to buy all… Read More
2020-10-15 12:00
Christmas themed activities are part of what makes Christmas magical and get everyone in the spirit (young or old). I’ve listed 10 of the best Christmas activities that you can do with… Read More
2020-10-13 15:00
It’s very common for all the focus to be on mum and baby during pregnancy, and when the baby is born. I know from experience that dads often feel a little left out because they can&rsq&hell…Read More
2020-10-13 09:00
Christmas time is stressful when it comes to buying gifts for kids. Are they going to like it? will they use it? is it too old or young for them? I have two younger brothers, a younger siste… Read More
2020-10-12 11:30
A few homemade decorations dotted around your home is always nice. Making them with your kids can be even more fun for you, and them! Homemade Christmas decoration ideas don’t have to… Read More
2020-10-07 08:30
We all know advent calendars. Usually, they have cheap, weird tasting chocolate in them. I have always found that as soon as December 1st rolls around and the advent calendars come out, it m… Read More
2020-10-05 15:00
Buying Christmas gifts for anyone can be hard. Gifts for pregnant women, whether she is a friend, partner or family member can often be even hard Do you get them something for the baby, some… Read More
2020-10-05 13:00
Are you always get stuck for messages to write for cards and when your writing Christmas cards or any sort of Christmas message you seem to ping-pong between, Happy Christmas, Merry Christma… Read More
2020-10-04 22:00
Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas tradition that has made its way into many of our hearts, especially for kids (and big kids). This year, you need to be pre-planning your elf on the shelf misc… Read More
2020-10-04 21:00
Christmas cards don’t have to be boring. Buying handmade Christmas cards is a way to make them personal, unique and you know that you’re usually supporting someone’s small… Read More
2020-10-03 15:00
Making Christmas lists is something that everyone does. It’s one of those tasks that develops and changes over time as we grow up. It starts off as kids when we write Christmas lists o… Read More
2020-10-01 10:30
Christmas seems like forever way. Then before you know it, it will be December the first quicker than we can say “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire“. That’s why I created… Read More
2020-10-01 09:30
You can buy Christmas decorations from just about anywhere, but not many of these place offer handmade, unique and individual ornaments that you adore. Below are the top 5 places to buy the… Read More
2020-10-01 09:00
To be a proper coffee addict, I think you need to have all the gumph. I mean are you a real coffee nerd unless you have a French press, mocha pot, pod coffee machine? That’s not to men… Read More
2020-09-30 09:00
Every family has their own Christmas traditions. These may change once you have children because having a boozy Christmas eve or a lazy Christmas morning is just the sort of thing you don&rs&hell…Read More
2020-09-29 21:00
Some people believe that there is no need for pretty stationery anymore. Apparently, no one writes letters now. I say they’re wrong! Stationery gifts are some of my favourite gifts to… Read More
2020-09-29 08:00
We all remember Christmas morning as children. This is because it was the most magical, wonderful and exciting morning of the year. Something we all looked forward to and we truly believed t… Read More
2020-09-27 22:00
Do you find men notoriously hard to buy for? I know that I sure do! I’ve spent years typing into Google, “Christmas gifts for your boyfriend” because there’s only so… Read More
2020-09-27 09:00
Christmas Eve is full of excitement in my house (even before I had children) I have always made sure there are things to do on Christmas eve. Why wait until Christmas morning to have all the… Read More
2020-09-26 20:00
Christmas is a consuming holiday, in time, money and sanity. A lot of the time we are bombarded with ‘stuff’ afterwards that we have received as gifts and although we aren’… Read More
2020-09-23 14:00
Free Christmas printables are one of the things I actually go looking for. Whether I’m looking for calendar templates, Elf on the Shelf props or templates for writing letters to F… Read More
2020-09-23 13:30
Christmas morning is (in my opinion) the best morning of the year. It’s where every household has their own Christmas morning traditions. Some of my own are included in these ideas for… Read More
2020-09-23 13:00
You might think it’s crazy to prepare for Christmas already…or maybe not? I think starting to prepare for Christmas as soon as you can is a very smart move. Updated for 2020 Whe… Read More
2020-09-23 10:30
This is on your mind every Christmas isn’t it? How to save money at Christmas? Is it even possible? How do people do it? Well, it really isn’t that hard when you have… Read More
2020-09-23 10:00
Planning for Christmas can be a stressful situation. Especially if you have left it too late, or you are not really sure on your Christmas plans this year. These 3 tips will make sure you ar… Read More
2020-09-18 21:58
It’s getting to be that time of year again when ‘Mr Elf’ as he is known in my house will make an appearance to keep watch for good behaviour, as well as getting up to all k… Read More
2020-09-16 12:50
If you’re like me then you have probably been scouring the internet looking for a free Christmas planner that gives you everything you need in one place right? Last year, I was in that… Read More
2020-09-10 11:41
Need some help with Christmas gift ideas for a 1 year old? Then look no further. I am giving you 10 Christmas gift ideas for a 1-year old that are not only more sustainable for the env… Read More
2020-09-10 10:30
Need some ideas for stocking stuffers? I have taken some of the hard work out of Christmas shopping for you. I’ve found some great stocking stuffers for all ages that are sure to get a… Read More
2020-09-09 15:00
DIY wrapping paper, gift tags or embellishments can be so fun to make. For you, and the kids if you want to involve them! I love thinking of festive and quirky ways to wrap presents. Updated… Read More
2020-09-08 22:37
Christmas dinner is the big event of everyone being together after a strange year, pulling crackers and wearing silly hats. A time to enjoy being with everyone after the excitement of Christ… Read More
2020-07-14 13:00
With both my children I struggled with a naptime routine. As many of us mums know, if your baby is crying, all you want to do is pick them up and stop them. Having a hysterical baby can be d… Read More
2020-07-11 22:00
Hey mama! After pregnancy and we are all healed up after labour, we kind of expect the aches, pains and problems to go away right? Well mama, if you’re breastfeeding then a blocked mil… Read More
2020-07-08 23:00
Chances are you want to know how to stop breastfeeding right? Well, there is a bunch of different (and sometimes crazy-sounding) information out there. In basic terms, there are… Read More
2020-07-08 00:20
Ever Since I was young I wanted to know, how to stop thigh chafe. I remember I was in agony some summers and avoided wearing shorts, skirts or dresses because of it, are you feeling the same… Read More
2020-07-06 09:30
It’s important to look after yourself, and have some self-care ideas on standby. A pedicure is a simple way to show yourself some love, as well as save yourself some money is by doing… Read More
2020-06-26 09:00
With recent events, Knowing how to talk about racial equality is a topic that is of extreme importance. It is important that we teach our children about equality and diversity so that we do… Read More
2020-06-10 09:00
Knowing how to cut hair at home is an amazing skill to have. It can save you time, money and split ends! Whether it’s been longer than it should have, you’re apprehensive about g… Read More
2020-05-29 17:24
This is bound to be a fathers day that won’t be forgotten for a while. A day that we may not be able to spend with them or only visit from afar. This year memory-making fathers day pre… Read More
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