Do you feel like you are always behind? Behind on laundry. Behind on snacks. Behind on being the calm, patient mum the world expects. You are not alone. And here is something true: Your children do not need a perfect mum. They need a happy one. Perfection is not the goal Motherhood can feel overwhelming. There is always something…

St. Patrick’s Day is almost here (17th March), and whether you’re celebrating with a pint of Guinness or just dressing the kids in as much green as possible, we’ve got a little something to bring extra fun to your day. Introducing our St. Patrick’s Day Memory Game – a free, printable game designed to entertain…

I am so done with winter bugs. Done. Over it. I want to pack them up in a suitcase, send them off on a one-way flight, and never see them again. But, of course, instead of fresh spring air and a bug-free house, we’re knee-deep in flu, Calpol, and 3AM temperature checks. Daughter 2 is…

It starts with “Can I have a phone?” and ends with data overages in the triple digits. If you are the parent of a tween or teen in the UK chances are you are the one holding the contract. But what actually happens if you stop paying the bill? Can your credit be affected? Are you…

Hello, dear readers! As a home-educating mum to two spirited girls, aged 9 and 11, our days are filled with learning, laughter, and the occasional mischief. Yesterday was no exception. My youngest, ever the budding trickster, decided it was time to play her first proper prank on me. I noticed her sneaking around, taping between…

Hooters, the American restaurant chain known for its wings and distinctive branding, is making headlines again. Recently, reports have surfaced about the company's potential bankruptcy filing due to declining foot traffic and financial challenges. Read more here. At the same time, Hooters is planning to open a new location in Newcastle, marking its third UK outlet.…

It’s funny how, as mums, we often pride ourselves on being our kids’ biggest cheerleaders. We encourage them to explore, to try new things, to push their boundaries. We’re the ones who tell them that the world is full of opportunities – the world outside of us. But when you find yourself in Conwy, Wales,…

Navigating the Top Parenting Trends of 2025 Hello, lovely readers! As we journey through 2025, the landscape of parenting continues to evolve, bringing fresh challenges and exciting opportunities. Staying informed about these trends can help us adapt and thrive in our roles as nurturing guides for our children. Let's explore the top parenting trends shaping…

It will not be the themed snacks. Or the laundry being perfectly folded. They will not remember if the party bags matched or if dinner was beige three nights in a row. They will remember the feeling. What They Will Remember Most The sound of your laugh The way you made pancakes on Sundays …

One minute, your tween is laughing and hugging you; the next, they’re rolling their eyes and storming off. Sound familiar? Mood swings in tweens are completely normal as they navigate the emotional rollercoaster of growing up.  But as parents, it can feel exhausting! In this post, I’ll share practical strategies to manage tween mood swings…