Latent Loss: Grieving Unspoken Milestone Changes
No one warns you that motherhood is filled with hidden grief. Not just the big things, but the quiet goodbyes—bedtime stories that stop, little hands that don’t reach for yours anymore. These are the losses we rarely talk about. Motherhood is full of joy, but it’s also full of latent losses—the subtle milestones that pass […]
Luteal Phase Rage: How to Survive Without Losing Your Mind
Luteal phase rage. That week before your period where even the sound of someone breathing too loudly can make you want to move to another planet. Here’s how I survived it without losing my mind (and my family). We don’t talk enough about luteal phase rage—that hormonal cocktail of exhaustion, irritation, and explosive emotion that […]
The “Toddler Yell Bowl” hack is sweeping UK mums – turn screaming fits into giggles with pipe cleaners and cling film. We tested it so you don’t have to. Summer tantrums? Toddlers testing every boundary? One clever mum’s Instagram reel went viral after showing how placing colored pipe-cleaner spirals over a cling‑wrapped bowl lets kids […]
Soft Parenting Emotional Regulation Tips That Actually Work
Soft parenting sounds lovely – until your child throws a shoe and asks for snacks in the same breath. Here’s why emotional regulation is the real win (and how to hack it without shouting). “Soft Parenting is Just Emotional Damage Control with Snacks and Playlists” This tweet hit a nerve – and we get it. […]
Makeup Meal Prep Hack with Cling Film – TikTok Trend for Mums
This viral ‘Makeup Meal Prep’ hack is sweeping TikTok and mums are curious: is it genius time-saver or skin breakout waiting to happen? We break it down (plus safe ways to try it and affordable tools on Amazon UK). Social feeds are full of influencers laying out full makeup routines – foundation, concealer, blush, bronzer […]
Why Everyone’s Talking About Iceland’s Wham Ice Lollies (Plus £5 Code for First-Time Shoppers)
Those iconic Wham bars are back – this time as ice lollies – and they’re driving UK mums wild. Here’s why they’re the perfect nostalgic summer treat (and how to save with code ICE5OFF45). UK shoppers are buzzing as Iceland brings back the iconic Wham Ice Cream Lollies – a raspberry-sour treat infused with cosmic […]
Why Every UK Mum Needs an English Heritage Membership in 2025
Imagine up to six kids under 18 visiting historic sites for free, saving cash, and exploring castles, ruins, and ancient stories together. This is why English Heritage membership is a gentle win for families. English Heritage is offering 25% off annual memberships – and if you’re a family who loves fresh air, slow travel, or […]
Why Waterstones Is the Only Bookshop That Still Feels Like Magic
There’s something about stepping into Waterstones – the calm, the shelves, the soft thud of pages. It’s not just a shop. It’s the last sanctuary for bookish mums, curious kids, and tired brains. If you’re a book lover, you already know: scrolling doesn’t feel the same as browsing. Waterstones is where stories still live in […]
Why Elle Sera’s Golden Pill & Magnesium Are the Gentle Reset You Didn’t Know You Needed
If you’ve hit midlife fatigue, mood dips, or restless nights – and you wish for a softly supportive reset – this might just be thewellbeing ritual that feels like *you* again. We all reach those moments when waking up feels like someone’s hit snooze on our souls. Midlife isn’t just about age – it’s about […]
Why Balanced Boundaries Beat Overbearing or Too-Gentle Parenting in ND Homes
Gentle parenting isn’t about letting everything slide. And structure doesn’t have to mean control. Here’s how balanced boundaries can transform parenting for ND families – with warmth, presence, and less pressure. Recent UK research shows that children thrive most not under authoritarian or overly-permissive parenting – but with a balanced style known as authoritative parenting. […]