Parenting

30 July 2021

An interview with ByRuby

Milly and Ruby are the proud owners of 'ByRuby' which provides an array of frozen ready meals that are cooked by Ruby and her small team. The meals cater to ...
29 July 2021

Is a tutor the right choice for my child?

Recently, there has been a lot of discussion around the impact that the pandemic will have had on children’s education. With the summer holidays now here, many parents are exploring ...

23 July 2021

Top Tips: Contact lenses for kids

The kids have or are almost at the end of term for the glorious summer holidays. Many adventures and making memories await you and the family, to make it the ...
22 July 2021

How to: Keep cool this summer while pregnant

Summer has arrived at long last! The smell of BBQ’s fill out the air, blue and cloudless skies greet us in the mornings and the sound of laughter flows through ...
20 July 2021

Why is it important to have good oral health during pregnancy?

Pregnancy brings an array of ailments: The dreaded back pain, daily sickness and the constant fatigue, to name but a few. But did you know the effects pregnancy can have ...
19 July 2021

Summer Holiday activities: Science Edition

The summer holidays are just around the corner and many of you may be pulling your hair out and thinking ‘how am I going to keep the kids entertained this ...
15 July 2021

How to: Communicate healthier with your family

It's fair to say, the last 16 months have been difficult. With a global pandemic and life being turned upside down, many have experienced extreme loneliness, anxiety and depression. Having ...
10 July 2021

Vaginal health during pregnancy

During pregnancy your body goes through many different changes - what was once your own body has now been taken over by a little mini you. Often, we notice these ...
9 July 2021

How to: Make reading fun for kids

Do you find that your little ones are more likely to reach for the TV remote or game console, more willingly than a good old book? Yes, I hear you ...
8 July 2021

What is hypnobirthing?

If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or enjoy all things pregnancy related, you may have come across the term 'Hypnobirth.' But for many, this particular birthing technique is still ...
7 July 2021

Cooking with kids: Top 10 benefits

As a parent, keeping the little ones entertained can be a slightly daunting and, at times, require alot of imagination! Over the last year, with schools being closed due to ...
5 July 2021

The 4th trimester: What is it?

It's fair to say, pregnancy is hard. For some, the 'pregnancy glow' never shows up and morning sickness certainly doesn't just make an appearance in the morning! Once your little ...
18 June 2021

Seven ways to encourage your primary school child to love learning

As a parent, getting your young children motivated and wanting to learn can feel like a minefield. Gemma Berg, is a former Primary School teacher and now runs her own ...
3 June 2021

Parenting: Why repetition is good for toddlers

Repetition might seem like a laborious task, but when it comes to toddlers it’s invaluable in their learning process. Most parents will recognise that doing things over and over again ...
2 June 2021

Numerology: Seven fun facts about babies born on the second (2nd) of the month

The day you were born on can determine what kind of person you will grow up to be, so if your baby was born on the second of the month, ...
1 June 2021

Seven tips to help you depart for maternity leave with impact and a clear head

Finding an “effective” way to depart for your maternity leave is challenging, and few companies offer useful guidance. Yet leaving in a positive & proactive way, allows you to fully ...
1 June 2021

Numerology: Seven fun facts about babies born on the first (1st) of the month

Everyone has a set of numbers that are unique to them from birth- the time they were born, the month they were born and of course, the day they were ...
18 May 2021

Seven ways to get better sleep during pregnancy

Pregnancy creates a lot of challenges for women's sleep! There are feelings of excitement, anxieties, hormonal influences and physical comfort considerations to bear in mind with women during pregnancy. In ...
14 May 2021

Everything you need to know before breastfeeding if you're vegan

If you’re vegan and are planning to breastfeed or are already breastfeeding, there are several things you should bear in mind, to maintain both your health and that of your ...
12 May 2021

How lockdown inspired me to launch my own character brand by Anna Breese-Davies

After months of planning, bringing to life what started as an idea I had inspired by my daughter, we were ready to launch our new storybook and toy character brand, ...
12 May 2021

What I wish I’d known about journaling during pregnancy and what it could do for you

Writing down your thoughts or journaling is known to help give you clarity and improve wellbeing. So what are the benefits to spending time journaling when you're pregnant and throughout ...
11 May 2021

The impact of a new baby on a father’s mental health

Becoming a father is arguably the biggest transformation a man can ever experience in life and one that is little supported. Expectations are high of themselves, from partners, families, friends ...
9 May 2021

I tried the Project 333 minimalist fashion challenge while pregnant- here are my thoughts & tips

Having recently finished Courtney Carver’s Project 333- I declared in my review that it wasn’t the best time to read the book given that I am pregnant.  After I posted ...
7 May 2021

Seven things you should know before visiting an Osteopath whilst pregnant

One of the most incredible and beautiful occasions in your life can be that of having a baby and many women have the most amazing time. There are some significant ...