**Collaborative post** Emmy started BIG school last week (OK, she is now currently off sick sadly but that's a different story) and one thing I needed to ensure was that she was… 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)
Stressful car journey’s causing road rage – keeping kids amused on car journeys
Keeping the kids amused on long car journeys is hard sometimes; we've all had it, that's for sure – any journey lasting longer than an hour can prove to be a nightmare.… Read more
5 Top Tips for Keeping the Kids Entertained On a Long Car Journey
Having kids ask "Are we there yet?" every so often during a long journey can drive any parent crazy, so how to keep children entertained should be on your list of… Read more
My top tips for entertaining kids on train journeys
You will have seen from many of my posts that we often head off on adventures on the train. It's so accessible for us that it is a very easy option. Train… Read more
The ups and downs of fostering and what makes it worthwhile
Fostering agencies can provide a good way for an adult who feels that they want to adopt and believes they are in the right place in their life to do so. A… Read more
Schools out for Summer – 10 cheap boredom busting ideas
That's it, Summers here! For us, school has already finished, and the job of keeping the "I'm bored" remarks at bay has begun. Here is a list of 10 cheap boredom busting… Read more
My top tips for enjoying a family trip to London
Now I'm really lucky and for me London is less than 40 minutes on the tube, this means it's so easy for me and the children to get into London. Infact, I… Read more
How do parents create a stimulating environment for play and learning?
What should a play and learning environment for young children look like? As parents, how can you ensure that your kids have enough cognitive, physical, emotional and social stimulation? How do parents… Read more
Planning ahead for emergencies
Children get ill – FACT There is never a good time for this to happen – FACT Planning ahead for emergencies It will usually be at the worst possible time or… Read more
Do kids need routine? Why routines are important for kids
Routine: noun 1. a customary or regular course of procedure. 2. commonplace tasks, chores, or duties as must be done regularly or at specified intervals; typical or everyday activity: the routine of an… Read more
