13Dec

Tips for managing your child’s screen time

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Tips for managing your child’s screen time In an era dominated by digital devices, managing your child’s screen time has become a pressing concern for parents. Striking the right balance between technology use and other activities is crucial for a child’s overall well-being and development. Below are some practical tips to help you navigate the complex landscape of screen time management. 1. Establish Clear Guidelines: Setting clear and consistent guidelines is the foundation of effective screen time management. Clearly communicate […]

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13Dec

How to boost your child’s self esteem

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How to boost your child’s self esteem In the intricate tapestry of parenting, one of the most vital threads is nurturing your child’s self-esteem. A child with a healthy sense of self-worth is more likely to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and confidence. As parents, it’s our responsibility to cultivate an environment that fosters self-esteem. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to boost your child’s self-esteem, ensuring they grow into confident and well-adjusted individuals, inspired by the practices of this […]

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13Dec

Activities to support your child’s cognitive development

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Activities to support your child’s cognitive development As parents, we play a pivotal role in shaping our children’s future, and one key aspect is fostering their cognitive development. Cognitive skills encompass a range of mental abilities, including memory, problem-solving, and attention span. In this blog, we will explore a variety of engaging activities designed to stimulate and support your child’s cognitive growth. Puzzle Play for Problem-Solving Skills: Introduce your child to the world of puzzles, ranging from simple jigsaw puzzles […]

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13Dec

The benefits of arts and crafts for children

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The benefits of arts and crafts for children In a fast-paced digital age dominated by screens and virtual interactions, the timeless appeal of arts and crafts for children remains unrivalled. Engaging in creative endeavours not only provides a welcome break from technology but also offers a myriad of developmental benefits. Let’s explore the profound advantages that arts and crafts bring to the table for our young ones, inspired by the teachings of this independent school in Warwickshire. Arts and crafts […]

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08Dec

Bitzee – A Superior Interactive Pet!

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Bitzee – A Superior Interactive Pet! Who remembers when cyber pets came out for the first time? Tamagotchi launched theses new, exciting little toys in the mid nineties when I was about 16 and though I was definitely too old for toys (too cool as well), I couldn’t help but notice them with the rest of the world! Funny then that a couple of years ago they made a resurgence and I was super excited to get some for my […]

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08Dec

Popsa – The Easiest Way To Print Your Memories!

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Popsa – The Easiest Way To Print Your Memories! I love to take photographs, I quite literally take hundreds filling up Facebook albums and my cloud as I go. I rarely, however, print them out. occasionally I’ll do some on magnets or I’ll get a few prints for something specific but choosing which ones (from the many) and collating them I find such a bind. I tend to put it off till Christmas when I traditionally will print my Mum […]

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05Dec

Get Your Hair Party Ready!

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Get Your Hair Party Ready! Party season is upon us and with the sparkly dresses bought and the high heels being worn in, in anticipation of being on our dancing feet all night, it’s time to start thinking about hair and make up! My hair is super hard work because it’s very thin and yet has a tendency to blow up like a giant puff ball if I do nothing with it. I have to put heat on it in […]

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05Dec

Get A Square Meal When Visiting Ireland!

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Get A Square Meal When Visiting Ireland! I love to travel but sadly haven’t spent enough time in Ireland. I went once to Dublin on a hen do which if I’m honest was not up my street. I’m not really a bar crawl kinda gal and with the rest of the party wanting to drink till dawn and then eat in fast food chains I removed myself and di my own thing. Bit boring perhaps but you know what? I […]

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05Dec

The Snowman – Sadlers Wells 2023!

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The Snowman – Sadlers Wells 2023! As far as Christmas traditions go, making Raymond Brigg’s “The Snowman“, a Sadlers Wells production staged at The Peacock Theatre in London, one of yours is always going to be a good idea! It’s simply magical and no matter how many times we see it, we never tire. The magic of Raymond Briggs’s tale on stage set to a ballet theme is something truly special which leaves you feeling like you really are “walking […]

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05Dec

Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square!

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Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square! When you think of a family friendly restaurant the automatic through is of fast food, something cheap and easy, nothing particularly special. Thing is, while those sorts of joints can and do often work for us, we do also really like our children and want to sample a little of the high life with them too. Why not? Introducing them to a little culture and bit more of a treat when it comes to eating out […]

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