I have always been an over sharer, even from a young age – I'm a chatterbox and I am not afraid to admit that, I actually don't think it is a bad… Read more
Top Tips From a Former Nanny
Welcome to a corner of my blog where all those years as a Nanny really come into play! Having spent over 14 years caring for little ones before having my own, I’ve picked up a fair few tricks of the trade. Now that I’m a mum myself, it’s incredible how much of that experience is still part of my day-to-day, guiding me through the ups and downs of parenthood with Emmy and Harry. This section is where I share those tried-and-true insights – think of it as advice from one mum to another, laced with a bit of professional know-how.
Here, you’ll find practical tips and strategies on everything from bedtime routines and building good manners to encouraging independence and managing those “big feelings” we know all too well. My goal is to make life a bit easier for us parents while helping our kids grow, learn, and thrive. I’m not about strict rules or rigid routines; it’s all about finding balance, keeping it real, and enjoying the journey.
So grab a coffee, dive in, and let’s tackle this parenting adventure together!
If you’ve any suggestions of topics you may like to see covered then please to let me know – either by commenting on this post or via any of my social media channels or email (all can be found on the right in the sidebar)
parenting 
A ban of Horrid Henry | No more in this house
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parenting 
8 Top tips to help with settling into Pre-School
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Top Tips From a Former Nanny 
8 Top Tips for a Successful Play Date
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Back to school 
5 Ways to Help Your Child Cope with Exam Preparation
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The importance of having a Will and Power of Attorney
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Lifestyle 
How to Monitor Your Teen’s Phone and Tablet Usage
The next time you head out, take a look around you. You are likely to notice that the majority of teenagers are glued to their smartphones. Mobiles and tablets have become an… Read more
Home Improvement 
Tips for creating an entertainment friendly home
As the year progresses towards the festive season, entertaining people through gatherings, dinners and parties is always high on the agenda. So, as guests begin to fill your house fairly regularly, it’s… Read more
family 
Guest Post: My top tips for encouraging reluctant readers by Colette
Today I've another lovely guest post from Colette who blogs over at We're Going On An Adventure, Colette is a teacher so I actually asked her if she could give me some… Read more
parenting 
Keep on track: Ways to keep organised throughout the school year
So, for the majority of your adult life, you've been a super-organised individual, famed for never forgetting a single-family birthday, scheduling an entertaining and varied social calendar and rarely, if ever, being… Read more