5 ways to get outside more

Get outside more-A young boy leaving his home to explore the outdoors along a forest trail.

Spending time in the great outdoors has so many benefits – from improvements in mental health, seeing beautiful new sights, getting fresh, natural air, partaking in fun activities, getting a daily dose of vitamin D – and the list goes on. Being mindful of how much time you spend outdoors and actively trying to increase … Read more

The Benefits Of Extra-Curricular Activities

The Benefits Of Extra-Curricular Activities

There are lots of reasons why child should pursue activities outside of their school and home environments. First and foremost, extra-curricular activities are a chance for little ones to develop a range of key skills. What’s more, it might be an opportunity for them to make new friends and become better communicators. Hobbies are also … Read more

How To Raise An Optimistic Child

How To Raise An Optimistic Child

Optimism is important because it what allows us to look at the world with a positive mindset. When children practise optimistic thinking, they are more confident about overcoming challenges, which makes them more resilient and less likely to give up. It allows them to look on the bright side and focus on a successful future. … Read more

How to Raise a Resilient Child

How to Raise a Resilient Child

In learning about resilience, we often face stages of adversity that will test our skills in managing these elements of stress and pressure. Showing your child early on how to face these instances will gear your child up for a range of issues they’re bound to face later on in life and help them to … Read more

6 items you don’t want to miss packing

6 items you don’t want to miss packing

Moving is a highly stressful situation for everyone involved. There are rooms filled with items to pack and thousands of little things you try to not forget. An interesting thing is that many people tend to leave the same thing behind without realizing it. If you want to avoid some of those common mistakes and … Read more

Jurassic World Dominion Captivz Eggs surprise dinosaur toy review

Jurassic World Dominion Captivz Eggs surprise dinosaur toy review

What a fabulous surprise to receive instead of chocolate this Easter! The Jurassic World Dominion Captivz Eggs surprise dinosaur toys are a fabulous new release from Character Toys in anticipation of the movie release later this year. These eggs contain collectible pop and lock dinosaur pieces and all sorts of other fun treats for little … Read more

Travel and tourist destinations in the UK

Travel and tourist destinations in the UK

There is nothing better than getting some time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life by going travelling. There are some wonderful destinations in the UK to explore. Travelling is a great opportunity to experience new cultures and seeing countries, giving you the chance to immerse yourself in new environments, but theres also … Read more

Partyitos furry friends – review

Partyitos furry friends - review

The latest range are here to “get the party started”. There are eight different characters to collect in the brand-new range from Cutetitos. These cuddly creatures come wrapped up in their own blanket which you have to open and unroll to reveal your character. Partyitos range and there are four different patterns to the wraps … Read more

40 years of Phoenix dance

40 years of Phoenix dance

Entertainment. Emotion. Education. On Saturday evening I was invited to see 40 years of Phoenix dance at the Birmingham rep. I have to be honest and say that every single performance moved me. From the core shaking drums of the opening act to the heartbreak of suicide in the final act. I love the performing … Read more

Afternoon tea in the Midlands

Afternoon tea in the Midlands

Spring has arrived and Mother’s Day is coming up. It is time to start planning in some lunch dates with the ladies. There are some glorious spots to visit for Afternoon Tea in the Midlands and beyond. Here’s a list of some of my top picks. Great places to pause for refreshment in the midst … Read more

How to Raise a Confident Child

How to Raise a Confident Child

As children grow and develop new skills, they also become increasingly more confident. Confidence is important because it’s what allows children to put those skills into practise and bounce back if things don’t go to plan. It’s what allows them to perform well in school and eventually seek out a successful and fulfilling career. Those who lack confidence are … Read more

Helping Your Child Become More Independent

Helping Your Child Become More Independent

Parents are naturally inclined to do things on their child’s behalf, whether that be to save time or simply to make life easier for the youngster. However, when parents take over, they are inadvertently sending a message that they don’t have faith in their child’s abilities, which will unfortunately have long-lasting side effects. Your child will … Read more

What to consider when buying a duvet

What to consider when buying a duvet

Looking to buy a new duvet? It’s an important investment, and all this talk about togs can be confusing. If you want to ensure you get the best night’s sleep possible, a good duvet is key (along with the right mattress and best pillow for you). To further improve your sleep this winter, you could … Read more