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Why I Stopped Apologising for the State of My House

Because the mess isn’t a moral failing. It’s a sign that life is being lived.I used to say it every time someone came round: “Sorry about the mess.” Even if it was just a forgotten sock on the stairs or a mug next to the sink. Even if they were a friend who’d seen my…

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When Should I Worry If My Child Can’t Read Yet? A Parent’s Guide to Late Readers

When Should I Worry If My Child Can’t Read Yet? A Parent’s Guide to Late Readers Is your 6, 7 or even 8-year-old still struggling to read? You’re not alone. Here’s what’s normal, what’s not, and what actually helps. First, Let’s Breathe: Late Reading Isn’t Always a Problem Reading isn’t a race - but it can…

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How Much Screen Time Is Too Much? Real Advice for 2025

How Much Screen Time Is Too Much? A Realistic Guide for Modern Parents In a world full of tablets, smart TVs, and YouTube Kids, managing screen time can feel overwhelming. Here’s what’s normal, what’s not, and how to reset without the guilt. Why Screen Time Feels So Complicated Now Screen time isn’t just about TV anymore.…

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How to Build Your Child’s Confidence Without Overpraising

How to Build Your Child’s Confidence Without Overpraising Confidence is key - but how do you nurture it in a child without turning everything into a gold star moment? Why Confidence Matters More Than Ever Confident children are more likely to take healthy risks, try new things, and bounce back after mistakes. But confidence isn’t about…

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How to Home Educate With a Baby, a Toddler and a Neurospicy 8-Year-Old (Without Crying in a Cupboard)

Trying to home educate with a toddler on your leg, a baby on your hip and a big kid mid-meltdown? This isn’t a dream routine - it’s a survival guide with heart, humour and real solutions. Let’s Set the Scene One child wants to debate the solar system. Another’s just smeared yoghurt into your bra. The…

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The Reading Revival: Making Storytime Magical Again

Remember the magic of storytime? That cosy moment when the world paused, and a tale unfolded, weaving wonder into little minds. Yet, in our fast-paced lives, this cherished ritual is fading. Let's reignite the spark and make storytime magical again. Why Storytime Matters Reading aloud isn't just about words; it's about connection. It fosters imagination, builds…

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How I Turned My Bathroom Into a 6-Minute Sanctuary

Because I don’t have time for a retreat. But I do have time to shut the door and breathe. There’s a moment most mums know - when the day has chewed you up and the only room with a lock on the door suddenly becomes your safe haven. That’s when I realised: I didn’t need a…

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I Tried Doing Nothing After 9pm – Here’s What Changed

Not productivity. Not self-care. Just... nothing. And no, the house didn’t fall apart. At 9pm, I used to become a frantic combination of house elf, inbox manager and existential overthinker. I'd fold laundry while listening to a podcast on trauma. I'd reply to school forms at 9.48pm. I'd open Instagram “just for five minutes” and emerge…

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I Stopped Teaching My Kids in the Morning – Here’s What Happened

Turns out, not all learning needs to happen before lunch. Who knew?For years, I tried to be the mum who starts homeschool at 9am sharp. Whiteboard ready. Pencils sharpened. Children miraculously eager and dressed. Spoiler: they weren’t. I wasn’t either.Mornings in our house felt like an Olympic sport - and I was failing every heat.…

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