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The school holidays are an exciting time for everyone, but as well as being a great time to spend time together as a family, most parents find the holidays quite stressful. Here are some tips on how you (and your wallet) can survive the school holidays. Plan ahead You can never be too prepared when it comes to the school holidays, creating a calendar to mark important dates such as dentist appointments or family commitments will come in really useful when planning the rest of the school hol …

Summer is here and it’s time to cram everything you own in a tiny suitcase, dig out your moth-eaten swimsuits and herd your family, whinging and shrieking, off on your summer holiday! However, if you are slightly less organised, you may not have booked your holiday quite yet, and are frantically scrolling through hundreds of last-minute deals, unsure of which one to choose. So, to help you out a bit, here are a few family friendly destinations we think you’ll love…MajorcaMajorca (or any of the b …

As your family grows and new siblings join, there often comes a time when kids need to, or want to, share a bedroom. Whether it’s down to the number of bedrooms available, a downsizing, or a new baby arriving, there are many reasons why children may have to transition to a shared bedroom. There are lots of benefits to having siblings and step siblings sharing rooms- it saves space in other areas of the house, siblings can provide emotional support to each other and really bond from sharing, a …

Freedom; all adults want it and so do your children. However, in this day and age, many parents are constantly worried about allowing their children too much freedom when it comes to where they go, what they do, and with whom they associate. Yes, the world can be a scary place. However, a child’s liberty is important, as it is the key to a happy and fulfilling childhood.Remember Your Own Childhood ExperiencesSome of us rode in cars without seat belts, on bicycles with no helmets, drank out of …

Modelling clay or playdough is a fantastically creative substance for kids to play with even though it might just look as if they’re making a total mess!  However, while this fabulous mess is being made the kids are encountering valuable learning opportunities that are so beneficial in their development. Playdough is malleable meaning that the kids can squidge it about, developing strength in their little hand muscles, vital for fine motor control.  Clay can be squashed and flatte …