Book Review: Dr Hedgehog Series
I’m not a huge fan of sagas and series’ when it comes to my own reading tastes but I love them for kids. Caterpillar seems to really enjoy revisiting familiar characters for a new adventure…
The Benefits of Baby & Toddler Classes
One of the most difficult things about being a new mum is the loneliness and isolation. For me, it was totally unanticipated. I had several friends with babies and lots of family nearby so I…
What Are Your Parenting Values? Course Review & Giveaway From Life Hacks For Kids
I’m not a fan of parenting advice. I don’t believe anyone should tell anyone else how to raise their children and what choices to make. So, generally, if I saw something marked as a parenting…
How To Entertain The Family With Colouring Books
Disclosure: Today’s guest post is written & sponsored by www.colouringbooks.org.uk. Who doesn’t love colouring? It is cathartic, allowing you to go back to a younger age (as an adult) where you had little to worry about.…
Chilli & Garlic Lamb Kofte
This week I’ve tried to recreate one of our favourite meals from our local Turkish restaurant – not quite as delicious but not a bad effort and the mister was very complimentary. What You Need…
The Hardest Post I’ll Ever Write
Trigger Warning: This Post Contains Reference To Suicide & Suicidal Ideation Until now the most challenging and nerve-wracking subject I’ve tackled is intrusive thoughts but today’s post is even more difficult to discuss. But given…
Introducing Mosaic with Wood & Wonder
As many of you know, Caterpillar and I are both enthusiastic (albeit very amateur) crafters so I was more than happy to review this dinosaur mosaic kit from Wood & Wonder. I’m a big fan…
Can Positivity Cure Depression?
I have learnt a great deal about mental health, and it’s stigma, since I began this blogging and advocacy journey. Shamefully, I had many misconceptions before experiencing mental illness myself and I now fight to…
All Time Favourite Novels (Part 2)
Welcome back to my Sunday book feature. Continuing on from a fortnight ago I’m back with the second half of my favourite novels of all time (from back in the days when I actually had…
Inspiring Outdoor Activities with Persil Wild Explorers
Since I sometimes find it a little tricky to come up with fresh play ideas for Caterpillar I’m always looking for tools to offer a helping hand. With this in mind I was really pleased…