Parenting Skills

What to do after losing a loved one

It’s a tough topic to talk about but we need to know what to do after losing a loved one. Nothing in the world can prepare you for the loss of a loved one, especially a close family member or a partner. There are so many things to deal with, from knowing which funeral directors to use to sorting through all of their possessions; all of this while trying to come to terms with the fact…
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Fashion & Beauty

Party Beauty essentials

Winter time is when we spend more time indoor so it’s the perfect time to do some pampering in the bath and caring for our skin. This is party season as well so skincare is crucial to look glamorous. So I went on the hunt for some party beauty essentials. Here are my top findings. OLVERUM BATH OIL Olverum is a lush bath oil and great gift for every woman who needs some relaxation in…
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Parenting Skills

Paying for Household Chores?

You want your child to grow up understanding the value of money.You yearn for them to understand you get paid if you work hard.But you also want them to understand that families need to work together and to help out when needed.So how do you decide if you should pay your child for household chores or not? Depending on what goals you have set for yourself as a parent, meaning…
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Fashion & Beauty

My review of pre-loved fashion shopping experience Patatam

I have always been fascinated by ethical fashion and bargain hunting for ‘pre-loved’ branded clothing in charity shops. Over the years I have developed quite a good eye for deals. Recently I came across a new website called Patatam, a great outlet to mix my passion for bargains and ethical fashion.Patatam has launched a few months ago in the UK and I feel it has already…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

London Mums' exclusive chat: Alesha Dixon reveals how motherhood has made her a better person

In this heart-warming and funny interview, singer and hugely popular TV personalityAlesha Dixon opens her heart about motherhood, her first laugh-out-loudsuperhero novel, female role models, guilty pleasures and a few BGT gossips. I loved talking to her! You’ll enjoy this interview. As soon as we get into chatting, Alesha laughs in her familiar loud voice which makes me…
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Parenting Skills

5 reasons why you shouldn’t be embarrassed about your finances

Money is a difficult topic to discuss, even with those close to you, and especially if you’re struggling. It can be hard to open up when you have a fear of being judged, but ignoring the problem doesn’t make it go away. Instead of feeling embarrassed, embrace your situation in order to open your mind to solving the issues. Keep reading for five reasons why you should be far from embarrassed…
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Parenting Skills

5 Ways to Prepare for Life’s Big Events

It’s not always possible to know what’s around the corner, but there are ways in which you can prepare yourself financially for any of life’s big events and eventualities. None of us likes to be caught off guard but you can make life easier for yourself when those big life events do happen. It’s always wise to think ahead and have a plan in place for events you can plan for. Not sure where…
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Parenting Skills

The Voice of the Child from Divorced families

Your child has suddenly become mouthy and rude. You are not able to just put it down to them having a bad day, as this has been going on for some time now and they are becoming belligerent toward everyone most of the time.OR Your child becomes quiet and withdrawn. Not speaking to anyone, not calling on friends. Not even wanting to go play their favourite activity or go to school…
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Schooling

Why in the British school system a good school might be better than an outstanding school

This blog on the British school systemmight be controversial but I speak from personal experience. I have experimented first hand that an outstanding school is often (not always) more interested in academic results at the expense of its students’ wellbeing, not just mental health in broad terms but also physical health. My son went to an outstanding secondary school last year that was…
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Get Creative

Unique Ways To Save Money On Your Wedding

I love weddings! I have organised my own one and filmed friends’ celebrations so over the years I gained some experience to the point that I wanted to become a wedding planner. Wedding planning can be as exciting as it is stressful. Knowing your budget from the start and using tricks and tips to stay on budget can make the planning go more smoothly. There are so many things to consider when…
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