HAHAHA… this headline makes me laugh out loud because 10 things just don't cut it. There are a zillion things I wish I'd known BC (you know, the 'real' shit, not the how-to-put-a-nappy-on-baby kind of stuff the parenting books tell … Continued
It seemed just yesterday when Little Man started nursery and I penned this post on 10 things every nursery-going mum should know. Then he started school and I wrote a number of posts on getting kids ready for reception, managing tearful … Continued
Whether it’s university tuition fees, a helping hand with getting onto the property ladder, or simply having enough money put aside to buy a first car that won’t break down on the drive home, it’s never too late to start … Continued
Starting reception – it's a BIG DEAL. It's the start of a new chapter in your child's life, the beginning of his school life. It's the point when you are not the main carer and protector of your child for … Continued
Deciding whether or not you want your child to work/ do part-time work while they are still in school can be a tough decision. Will it be too much to handle? Will it negatively affect their school work? When will … Continued
It's almost that time of the year again – September – when the new school year begins. When it's time to bid adieu to the fun and sun (if we're lucky) of summer and get back into the routine of … Continued
There's nothing better to introduce your child to than books. And a love for reading. And what better way to keep them wanting more than a personalised book, that explains the meaning behind their name and date of birth? The … Continued
Little Man loves Mrs Wordsmith. I love Mrs Wordsmith. We interact with her every other morning for a good 20 minutes. She lives with us, housed in Little Man's desk drawer. Surprised? Well, Mrs Wordsmith is not a woman, but … Continued
In my 4 + years of parenting, I've had my fair share of playdates, enough to know the ins-and-outs of them as well as what makes the perfect playdate and what is a recipe for disaster. Now, before I divulge … Continued
Parenting is THE toughest, most challenging and yet most rewarding job in the world. You can never prepare yourself enough, and you will never ever know it all. You can read parenting books and websites, watch other mums and dads … Continued