Dessert places in London: where to treat the kids?
How do you view a day out? Do you religiously take a picnic with you? I have to admit we rarely do. Days out are treats (although we do quite a lot of them, especially when on school holidays as…
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Tween desk ideas and accessories
I can’t say that N has a decorated bedroom. (Or even a tidy one). The OH likes magnolia walls so that’s what there is in the majority of the house. N isn’t worried about having a colourful room, although one…
Tips for camping in storms and keeping hold of your tent
On our annual camping trip we’ve always been fairly lucky until this year. Usually we have 1 day that’s a bit drizzly, but the rest are reasonable. We have had to rush on the last day to beat the rain’s…
Swimming lessons for kids – the questions parents have
Over the years, readers have found my blog via different questions, some about swimming lessons for kids. As we’ve had a long swimming journey from baby swimming lessons with Water Babies to toddler swimming, through to faster progress now, there’s…
Best crazy golf and miniature golf courses in the UK
When we’re out and about on holiday, or even days out, if we spot a crazy golf course, we’re there like a shot. They can be crazy style, themed, or just basic miniature golf courses. We enjoy having a game…
Kids cook: banana, blackberry and peanut butter ice cream
I’ve always tried to encourage N to bake with me, or learn to chop veg. He loves peeling and chopping veg although it does take ages. Practice makes perfect though. But he gets a bit bored baking. Weighing is good,…
A new love of football: finding football fun
Sometimes it takes a while for kids to discover a love of football. Here’s how ours found football fun over time
A new skincare routine – getting older
Skin care routines. Do we really need them? I have to admit that I’ve never had much of one. Certainly not one that uses all the same skincare brand for a long length of time. But now I’m getting older,…
Camping meal ideas for kids and cooking equipment
Camping should really be the opposite of the holidays we usually like to take. To me, a holiday is usually a chance to relax, have someone else look after you, and not have to cook or provide 3 meals a…
Eating at World buffet restaurant Panda Mami York
N is like his dad when it comes to eating out. If they find a restaurant they like they want to eat there every day. Not really my thing as I like to try new places. But at least N…
Car Tyres: Essential Tyre Care Tips
*Paid collaborative post When you need to buy tyres, you should opt for good quality ones and avoid used or part-worn ones. Even if you opt for a budget tyre rather than a premium one, it is better to buy…
