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How To Help A Friend Who Lives Away From Family
I have lived away from family for the last 13 years.
Our nearest relatives are 2 hours away – not exactly another country, but still too…
To The Lady Googling “Full Time Mum Need A Break”
To the poor woman out there who just googled, “full time mum need a break ”,
When I saw what you had typed, my heart went out to you. I …
9 Things My Kids Say That Make My Heart Sing
As a mum, you spend a lot of time listening to your kids! Sometimes they’re singing, sometimes they’re screaming, sometimes they’re makin…
When A Child’s Anxiety Trigger Is Her Class Teacher
My 7 year old has been suffering with anxious episodes for the last few months. Last week, we discovered the cause – her class teacher. T…
Mothers Day Review & Giveaway: Novanu London Watch
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As a child, Mother’s Day was about sneaking downstairs with my dad and brothers to make up a tray of breakfast before…
I Won’t Be Your Mama Forever, Little One
Kids, there’s going to come a day when I won’t be your mama anymore. I mean, I’ll still be your mum biologically-speaking, but you won’t …
To The Mum Facing An Unexpected Pregnancy
TO THE MUM FACING AN UNEXPECTED PREGNANCY:
I want to let you know that you’re not the first and you won’t be the last.
You’re frightene…
Positive Language – The Brain Theory & How To Use It
Regular readers will know that the power of words and the importance of using positive language are common themes in this blog. But today…
Childhood Anxiety: The Plan That Went Wrong
As I stare out of the window at the dusk slowly covering the world in a blanket of blackness, my heart feels heavy. Today was going to be…
Could My Daughter Be Developing Anxiety?
Today was the school nativity.
I remember being so proud of you last Christmas when you learnt all the words to your class song. You eve…
Maybe I Don’t Want To Be A Stay At Home Mum Now
I have always wanted to be a stay at home mum.
I think I am good with kids, and that eventually led to me train as a Primary School Teac…
Stuffed Toys of the World – I Salute You!
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Hubby and I sometimes moan about the fact we’ve had to bring our kids up on our own. We live miles away from our fami…
Love Your Siblings And You’ve Got A Friend For Life
I’ll be honest – I would have been happy to stop after having Jenny – we were very contented as a family of three and money was tight.
B…
Starting Nursery: Why I’m Worried (& Why I Shouldn’t Be)
My little girl, Charis, will be starting nursery in January. She’s just turned three and so her free nursery place is available from next…
40 Money-Saving Tricks You Might Not Have Tried
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Money is tight! I think that’s true for most of us. We’re a family of 4 on a single income and we’re certainly feeling th…
The School Holidays: Did I Fail You, Little One?
The school holidays are almost over. Back in July, it felt like we had an eternity stretching before us. Now the days are spilling throug…
I Never Thought I’d See You On Stage
I never thought I’d see you on stage, my little one. Even though mummy and daddy regularly sing and perform, it was never something you w…
My Name Is Lucy And I Am A Middle Class Fraud
I’m middle class. Or at least that’s what you’d think if you met me. I am well-educated, live in a nice area, enjoy eating out at restaur…
I Try To Be The Mummy Who… – A Poem
I try to be the mummy who treats you with respect,
Who listens your point of view and doesn’t interject.
I try to be the mummy who w…
Eliminate School Run Stress With These 8 Fun Games
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What’s the school run like for you? We have a habit of running late so it usually consists of me pleading, urging, cajoli…