Babies are full of surprises, aren’t they? Rashes, sleep regressions, that thing where they suddenly stop breathing for no good reason only to start again just as you reach peak panic levels. Well, one more to throw into the mix is cow’s milk protein allergy, or CMPA. This little beauty can throw a spanner into …
Month: March 2025
When my youngest was still a newborn, I used to sit up with her in the middle of the night while my partner slept. My mind would wonder, and I would end up on my phone learning all manner of weird and wonderful (and useless) factoids. One evening, I looked at my little girl bunched …
I’m always trying to stay on top of the latest trends and influences in my children’s lives. It’s impossible. Recently though, I noticed my kids constantly chattering about someone called “Mr Beast”. I’ll admit, I was clueless at first. Curiosity got the better of me, and I decided to do some digging. What I discovered …
We all need a little bit of help sometimes. Especially in winter, when purse stringers are as tight as the scarf you are wearing at home because the heating is so bloomin’ expensive! This is even more true if you are young and disabled, or have a child who is disabled. People in Scotland are …
You’ve just heard your child express interest in playing the viola after a school music demonstration. While your heart swells with pride at their enthusiasm for music, your wallet might be feeling a different emotion. Getting your child started on the viola is undeniably expensive due to the cost of lessons, music books, and of …
For many teenage girls, prom is one of the biggest nights of their high school experience. It’s the moment they’ve been dreaming of—an evening filled with glamour, dancing, and memories that will last a lifetime. But before that magical night arrives, there’s one crucial mission, and that is finding the perfect prom dress. And, dads, …
Divorcing a toxic spouse doesn’t just mean you’re ending a marriage (and a high-conflict one, at that). It also means reclaiming your peace, sanity, and future. If your partner is manipulative, emotionally abusive, or refusing to cooperate, the divorce process can feel more like a war zone than a legal proceeding. But no matter how …
Parenting in 2025 is an ever-evolving journey shaped by rapid technological advancements, changing social norms, and an increasingly diverse society. While every era brings fresh challenges, the modern parent must now contend with a world where screens dominate daily life, and cultural values can differ significantly even within the same neighbourhood. These dynamic shifts demand …
Why do so few people in the UK know about this? Canvas Holidays have been around for a long time. I’m not sure exactly how long, but I used to go when I was a kid and I’m very much middle-aged now, so let’s say 50 years at least. I wanted to write a post …
In the fast-paced world we live in, staying organised can feel like a never-ending challenge, especially when it comes to managing your family’s wardrobes. With the variety of clothes, shoes, accessories, and personal items each family member owns, it can quickly become overwhelming to keep everything neat and easily accessible. Fortunately, there are smart wardrobe …