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• The Truth About Pregnancy

  I recently enjoyed watching this video from Parentdish and it got me thinking about my own pregnancy experiences. Two weeks later, my first baby, Defne will... Read more

  Posted on 17 December 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Christmas Gift Ideas {Children's Books}

  

  For me, you can never have too many books and giving books as a gift is just wonderful. Here are a couple of our favorite books that would make lovely... Read more

  Posted on 12 December 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Ollie and Leila {Children's Furniture}

  

  If you are following this blog, you probably know that I do have a soft spot for children's rooms. It is a quite hard decision decorating the children's rooms. Read more

  Posted on 11 December 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Review:A Merry Montessori Christmas

  

  My friend Aubrey who blogs over at Montessori Mischief has just launched her e-book: A Merry Montessori Christmas. Aubrey is a Montessori teacher and a mother t... Read more

  Posted on 10 December 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Montessori Holiday Hop

  

  Join The Montessori Bloggers Network for a Montessori Holiday Hop! Link up your Montessori-friendly activities, arts and crafts, music, cooking, books,... Read more

  Posted on 07 December 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• How to Keep Large Groups and Families Happy on Holiday

  Today I have a sponsored post written by Haven Holidays. Our guest poster is sharing tips on how to keep large groups and families happy on holiday. Read more

  Posted on 03 December 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Is It Too Early to Think About Easter??

  

  I know, I know it is not even Christmas yet. But let's face it: December is always such a busy month with shopping, nativity plays, food shopping,Christmas... Read more

  Posted on 29 November 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Is It Too Early to Think About Easter???

  

  I know, I know it is not even Christmas yet. But let's face it: December is always such a busy month with shopping, nativity plays, food shopping,Christmas... Read more

  Posted on 29 November 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Review:Baker Ross Christmas Products

  

  The lovely people at Baker Ross have recently sent us some of their Christmas products. As always, they have many choices catering for different abilities or... Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Sponsored Video:Waitrose Xmas {Giving a Party to Remember}

  Christmas is approaching fast and everyone is getting ready: Buying Christmas presents, stocking fillers, new Christmas trees. Albeit busy, it is a lovely time... Read more

  Posted on 21 November 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Review:Tesco Christmas Chocolates

  

  The lovely people at Tesco have sent us a selection of their brand new Christmas chocolates. I love chocolate and one of the best perks about being a blogger... Read more

  Posted on 18 November 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Support Action Medical Research This Christmas

  

  With only six week to go until Christmas, today I would like to draw your attention to Paddington Bear, the fundraising mascot of Action Medical Research. Read more

  Posted on 13 November 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Two Days Left to Vote:100 Books to Read Before You’re 14

  Author and a founding partner of Booktrust’s Children’s Reading Fund, James Patterson has just released his opinions on the list. Voting closes on the 15th... Read more

  Posted on 13 November 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• 7 Simple Tips to Reduce Your Energy Bills

  After a fantastic summer and a mild autumn, winter is upon us. It has started to get chillier during the nights and let's face it, in today's economic climate w... Read more

  Posted on 12 November 2013 FAMILY

• Review:Vivobarefoot Lydia Shoes

  

  Last year we were sent a pair of kids' shoes which I reviewed here. We were so pleased with these shoes that I bought another pair of VivoBarefoot shoes for... Read more

  Posted on 08 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Montessori Inspired Ladybird Maths Activity

  

  I have just prepared this material. It has been a hit with my kids and I really wonder if the children at the nursery will like these. Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Pregnancy Countdown-Looking After Your Feet

  If it’s your first pregnancy, it’s likely that you won’t expect feet to be of particular concern but those who have already had children will be the first to... Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Living Room Decorating Tips

  The living room is the room where the whole family hangs out in, so it is certainly a room that you want to pay the most attention to when decorating your home. Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Project Wild Thing:Reconnecting Kids with Nature

  

  It is a beautiful autumn day today and my kids have just gone to the park nearby with their grandma. It is half term holiday here and this half term marks the... Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Buying Children's Bedroom Furniture

  Children’s bedrooms aren’t simply a place to sleep, they are also a play area, a place to store their toys and games – and the one room in the home that they ca... Read more

  Posted on 29 October 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING