Family travel can be a lot for parents and children alike. It’s easy to get overwhelmed, at which point meltdowns and snappiness frequently follow. To avoid overwhelm, irritability, and airport tantrums, a little preparation goes a long way. Simple choices…
Most people think of pollution as something that happens outside — traffic fumes, factory smoke, city smog. But research shows that indoor air can actually be several times more polluted than the air outdoors. The truth is, many homes trap…
Graduation is a huge milestone – whether your child is finishing school, college, or embarking on the next stage in life. Here are six standout gift ideas to celebrate the achievement in a sentimental, fun, and practical way. 1. Personalised…
Summer weddings are full of sunshine, romance, and unforgettable memories, but they can also come with a lengthy to-do list. Whether you’re planning your own big day or helping a loved one prepare, having the right essentials makes all the…
When a long-term relationship ends, the emotional toll is often matched by a sudden overload of decisions. Parenting doesn’t pause just because circumstances change. Mums are often left holding multiple threads at once: supporting children, managing practical life changes, and…
As Dan operates his small business while repairing vintage books he wishes to reach more customers. Your shop exists in a peaceful location in town, and you have tended to it with care for many years. Through hard work you…
In the hustle and bustle of frenzied motherhood, the concept of personal style can feel like an abstract ideal. It’s not unheard of for a typical day to involve cooking, cleaning, transporting the kiddos to their various activities, and attempting…
When you do a job or lead a life where you are on your feet for most of the day, it can can sometimes feel like your feet bear the brunt of it and I know that in my job,…
As a parent, finding time to exercise can be tough. Between work, school runs, and the never-ending list of household chores, squeezing in a workout might feel like just another item on the to-do list. Technically, you don’t even need…
As a parent, one of the main things you are probably trying to achieve is for your children to have the best possible start in life. This is something that is actually going to be much more achievable than you…
Hello and welcome to my blog. I'm Nikki, mum of four, wife, teacher, writer and drinker of many cups of tea. This blog is pretty much anything that pops into my head, an eclectic mix of family life and lots more. Grab a cuppa and have a read.
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