The family lifestyle blog with a side of psychology
Have you ever read any of those articles about the morning routines of successful people and their tips for having productive days? If you have then you'll know that one of the tips is always to get up earlier in the morning. And in theory it sounds perf ...
Here we go. Back to the school routine, after a really lovely summer break. I'm not entirely sure where the holidays went though. Normally by this time I'm absolutely ready for the return to routine and structure of term-time. But this year feels ...
If you find yourself struggling to get to sleep, tossing and turning all night, and waking up in the morning feeling anything but rested, then you need to know these tricks for a great night's sleep. We all know that we should be getting ...
The decision to teach your kids at home has many benefits. Still, it shouldn’t be arrived at lightly. Obviously, this refers to more than just doing homework. A strategy needs to be in place should you go down a more intensive route. You should use th ...
Spending time outdoors is extremely beneficial for your child's development. Gardening specifically allows your child to learn new skills, develop self-confidence, play and have fun. Most children love being outdoors, and the fresh air is great for them. ...
Sleep plays a crucial role in child development. It has a direct impact on learning and memory, cognitive performance, attention, behaviour and mood. It also has an essential part to play in overall mental and physical health, giving your child’s mind and ...
The children and I had a really fun day out last week, taking advantage of the free bus offer that's been available in Swansea this summer. We caught the bus into town, spent an hour exploring the national waterfront museum and then had a really fun fe ...