Parenthood category features all of the articles I have written with a parenting theme. Includes single parenting, co-parenting and parenting in general.
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Testing BIC KIDS Pens, Crayons and Pencils
Read moreMy son broke up from school today and already I’m worrying about how to fill up the six weeks for both of our sanity’s! I’m hoping to do lots of arts and crafts, as well as reading and maths to try to keep his mind active before he returns to school in September.
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The Importance of Outdoor Play for Children
Read moreRecently I was shocked to find out there’s more than 1,000 children being referred to hospital due to obesity.
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I’m Back… It’s Been a Busy Few Months!
Read moreIt’s been a manic few months of both great and really difficult times, and it’s sadly meant that I’ve neglected this blog.It’s been good to have a break from it in some ways, as I now feel refreshed and able to bore you with my rants, ideas and parenting highs and lows. Here’s a round-up…
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A Review of Birthday Parties at Funplex in Brighton
Read moreMy son turned five last week (where has the time gone?!) and after a successful party at Brighton Funplex three years ago, I decided to have it there again this time.
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Toy Review: Half-Shell Heroes Mutant Loader Vehicle
Read moreAt the moment whenever the TV is on whilst my son’s awake, he wants the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on. I don’t mind, because I watched the original series during my childhood and love how they haven’t changed it in so many ways. The Half-Shell Heroes are toys suited to younger children, and we tested…
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Birthday Gift Ideas for My Son
Read moreMy son’s birthday is fast approaching so I’ve started to hunt for presents. As he’s getting older it’s getting harder because he’s a lot more fussy! These are the things I’ve found so far, which may well help you if you’re stuck for some gift ideas:
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Single Parenting is My Super Power for #FamilySuperPowers
Read moreSince hearing about npower’s new #FamilySuperPowers campaign to celebrate superpowers parents can have, it’s got me thinking about whether I have any.
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Testing Out Similac Follow On Milk
Read moreMy gorgeous niece is now 6 months old and I’ve already got her testing products for this blog! Like her brother and my son, breastfeeding was attempted but just did not work.
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Why Forest Schools Are Great For Kids
Read moreUntil recently I’d never heard of forest schools, but now I know more about them I thought I’d share the benefits of them for children, because they’re pretty impressive! Forest schools are for children and families and are run by trained forest school teachers across the country.
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Bing Bunny Halloween Activity Ideas
Read moreMy son is now at an age where he enjoys arts and crafts, so I’ve been looking for creative Halloween ideas for kids to do during half term.
