There are three things that will happen on a regular basis once your child starts school: The mundane school-run (which, however, can be made a wee bit entertaining with these common conversations) Dress-up days and bake days and 'my child … Continued
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