Welcome to my new, regular blog slot called Single Parent Spotlight! The aim of these interviews is to show how amazing us working single parents are. I’m sick of seeing the bad press single parents get, especially because some single parents have unfortunately taken the choice to live off benefits, or even worse, have children in…
My Son’s 2nd Birthday: The Party
Read moreA week ago today, my boy turned 2, and I have finally got the energy to write about it! As you know, I having been preparing for it for quite some time now, so in a way I was glad the day had actually arrived. The evening before, we had a mini birthday tea with…
Easter Giveaway: 5 Tractor Ted Easter Activity Books
Read moreChunk is a huge fan of cars and trucks, to the extent that on some days he will only agree to go to bed if his Lightning McQueen or Digger can go with him. I was therefore over the moon when the makers of Tractor Ted wanted me to review some of their children’s range,…
What Makes My Mum So Special
Read moreAs Mother’s Day drawers closer, I’m aware of how much I feel for my mum, but of how little I say it to her. In fact the last time I think I told her was when I was about 9 or 10, and I wrote her a poem for Mother’s Day, which still hangs on…
Gift Idea for Nanny: Pocket-Sized Gardens
Read moreMother’s Day isn’t just for mum in my family, as I enjoy giving cards and gifts to all the females in my family, especially my nan. As you know from my Mother’s Day Gift Ideas post, I’m so bored of the standard mug, flowers, chocolates and teddy bear gifts, and have done a lot of…
#3dates3mths Challenge 2: Online Dating
Read moreAs you know, I’m currently taking part in the #3dates3mths challenge, set by online dating company, Just Singles.My first challenge (safari dating) went really well, and I ended up getting a further date from it (but that’s a future post!). The event reminded me what it feels like to be admired and fancied- and oh boy how I’ve…
The 2 Year Developmental Check
Read moreChunk had his 2 year check yesterday, so thought I would let you know what it involves in case your little one is approaching theirs too! After a rush out of the flat to get there on time (I’m rarely on time anywhere these days!) I realised I’d left his water bottle at home, and…
My Hunt for Additive-Free Kid’s Shampoo…
Read moreRecently I found out how certain additives in food can affect children’s (and adult) behaviour/mood, and shockingly these same additives can be found in our toiletries. I don’t want to waste all the effort I’m making to ensure my son isn’t getting these additives in his food by giving him these same chemicals when bathing…
I’ve Updated This Blog’s Name!
Read moreHey Hey! I cannot believe this blog has been going for nearly a year! When I look back at the first few posts it’s shocking to see what me and my little fella have been through over the last year (and how badly I used to write ha ha). But it’s also lovely to see…
Sunshine = Smiles!
Read moreIsn’t it mad how a little bit of sunshine can completely change your mood and outlook? This week has been the first week of sunshine this year, and the first day it shone I, amongst everyone else in Sussex no doubt, spent most of it outside and in a very good mood. Just feeling that…