Sparklesandstretchmarks

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• How To Support A Young Person With Gender Dysphoria

  

  As the parent of a trans-identifying child, I receive a steady stream of questions to my inbox from the parents, relatives and teachers of young people who... Read more

  Posted on 27 March 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Tips For Visiting Walt Disney World With Kids

  So you’re visiting Walt Disney World! One of the most exciting and highly anticipated holidays you’re ever likely to take – but boy oh boy, can it be tricky wit... Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Finding Myself In My 40s: How My New Understanding of Who I Am is Setting Me Free

  

  This month marks 10 years since I started this blog, and when I think back to who I was then....I barely recognise her. I'm not the same person I was 10 years... Read more

  Posted on 13 March 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Keep In Touch, No Matter The Distance With Famileo

  

  One of the biggest benefits of living in a technologically advancing world is that we can keep up with the lives of our loved ones no matter what the... Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Making Learning Fun With Mathseeds

  

  As a home educating family, we are always on the lookout for engaging and fun ways to learn at home. We've been so fortunate in finding lots of exciting... Read more

  Posted on 02 March 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Playing with Purpose: Using Play to Support Learning and Developmental Milestones

  

  Most parents wonder whether their child is ahead of other kids, behind other kids, or average at some point. They also want to know whether they are on track... Read more

  Posted on 02 March 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Dopamine Dressing: What Is It & How To Try It

  

  I have always loved fashion. Ever since I was about 7 years old, creating catwalk looks for my Barbie's as I watched The Clothes Show on telly - clothes have... Read more

  Posted on 27 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Styling a Small Room with Curtains - What You Need to Know

  

  Styling a small room can be a little difficult, as everything has to serve a specific function with little space for redundancy. Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• 6 Reasons Why Are The Canary Islands A Great Holiday Destination For Families

  

  As is always the case when the UK temperatures are low and the skies are grey, I've found my mind turning more and more frequently to thoughts of a family... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Storage Solutions For Busy Family Homes

  

  Living in a busy family home can present a lot of challenges, especially when it comes to storage. We moved in to our home when we were a family of 3 with just... Read more

  Posted on 22 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• 6 Top Tips For Better Work-Life Balance When Working From Home

  

  Ever since the unexpected twist in the tale of our lives that was the year 2020, working from home has become more and more the norm within our society and for... Read more

  Posted on 21 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• How to Find a Reliable Roofing Company: A Comprehensive Guide

  

  It might be hard to discern good roofing professionals different from terrible ones at first. To begin, the vast majority of web ads will look the same or... Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Why A Trip To Düsseldorf Could Be Just What You Need in 2023

  

  Travel is something that's never too far from my mind, and it seems that my wishlist of places to visit gets longer by the day. Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• 5 Tips to Help You Keep a Good Babysitter

  

  You’ve found a good babysitter which is fantastic! However, how can you keep this good babysitter? Check out this article which outlines 5 tips on how you can... Read more

  Posted on 07 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Visiting A Shelter To Get A New Cat: How You Can Select The Right Feline Friend...

  

  Choosing a new pet to bring into your family can be a big decision. Adopting a shelter cat can be a good choice, as it allows you to give a new home and a secon... Read more

  Posted on 07 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• How To Provide For Less Abled Family Members And Friends

  

  Living with physical and psychological challenges often means everyone needs to change their approach to some everyday experiences, not just the person who is... Read more

  Posted on 03 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Practical Advice For Improving Your Child's Sleep

  

  As a parent, it can be hard to make sure that you child is getting the sleep they need, with issues like your child having too much energy left in them at the... Read more

  Posted on 03 February 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Importance Of Maintaining Your Childs Gut Health

  

  I was recently commissioned by Bio-Kult UK to share my thoughts on the topic of gut health in children. You only need to glance at the pages of a wellness... Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Whats In A Name

  

  It's been over 4 years now since my trans daughter let us know who she really is...and in that time, we've navigated some changes. Read more

  Posted on 27 January 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Activewear & Shapewear Brand for Eco-Friendly Exercise Enthusiasts

  

  Are you looking for something that can improve your silhouette, slim down your waistline, and make you look sleek? Look no further than shapewear. Read more

  Posted on 26 January 2023 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION