We all want our children to do well and stay out of trouble. However, sometimes people do make mistakes, especially when they are young. It must be every parent’s worst nightmare to get a phone call from the police telling them that their child is in trouble. And the first instinct is to panic, I’m … Read more
We all want the very best for our children, especially when they are babies and have all the potential in the world. But how do we make sure that the other people in their lives will have their best interests at heart too? Fortunately, the UK government has realised that early intervention is needed in … Read more
For almost as long as I can remember, I’ve shared my life with pets; they truly are some of nature’s most wonderful companions. Cats, dogs, bunnies, birds, rodents and reptiles are just some of the species that I spent my formative years with. And I loved horse riding too! Growing up with pets really is … Read more
When I was a child, I remember going to the old outdoor pool at Stanborough Lakes with my dad and younger brother. Sadly it shut down, I think after a safety incident if I recall correctly, and never reopened. So, needless to say, the brand new Splashlands water splash park (at Stanborough Park, Welwyn Garden … Read more
There are multiple schools of thought on the best way to teach a child to ride a bike. Whilst some still swear by more old school methods, others are convinced balance bikes are the way to go. So which is the right answer? Stabilisers or balance bike? Well of course, the truth is, in reality, … Read more
Bike safety is paramount when it comes to learning to ride; not only will it help stop the child from suffering an injury, but it will help them feel more capable, confident and in control. A significant part of teaching any child to ride, is enabling them to do so safely. Find a Helmet that … Read more
*This is a sponsored post in collaboration with Safe and Sound I am thrilled to be working with Safe and Sound on their #adventurefearlessly campaign; encouraging and celebrating fun outdoor adventures with kids, with the help of their first aid products to easily sort out any little scrapes along the way. One such way to … Read more
At the time of writing, the country has been on lockdown for several weeks. We are allowed out for daily exercise, but playgrounds are closed. It is a surreal time for everyone, kids especially. However, this situation highlights how undeniable it is that outdoor play is full of fantastic benefits. And if you are lucky … Read more
This week is Children’s Mental Health Week. As a parent of a child who struggles with her mental health at times, I felt it important to write about this. However, as a parent of a child who struggles with her mental health at times, it also took all week to do so! The theme this … Read more