The terms indoor air quality and indoor air pollution seem to come up frequently these days. When we mention the word pollution we immediately think of the outside world, cars, aeroplanes, factories and so on. What does bring pollution into your home? Anything from washing up liquids, deodorants, indoor sprays, candles and many more in-house objects are the key causes of indoor air…
When you think about getting fit, what’s the first thing that comes into your mind? If you’re like most people, it’s long sessions on the treadmill wishing you were doing anything else. The good news, though, is that you don’t have to spend hours running on the spot to get to your desired fitness levels: you could eat your way there.
Food has a profound effect on our bodies. It’s…
A few weeks ago I attended a very interesting conference on teenage wellbeing run by the CCMH (the Centre for child mental health). My favourite presentation by CCMH founder Dr Margot Sunderland who covered all important elements of what teenagers need to know to live well.
She shed some light into the teenage brain and provided clear guidelines for teachers and parents on how to…
Whether you like it or not, after 40 eyesight changes. I have worn glasses or contact lenses since I was 17 so I am used to the process but changes in your vision are always annoying. When my regular examination was due this year, I decided to opt for more advance testing with independent opticians instead of using the high street chains. I went to Aston and Woods Eyecare founded and run by the…
When you become a parent, priorities change and often even the personal interests. I know a lot of mums who have re-trained after maternity leave and changed career altogether. If you are looking into further education to enhance your skill set and achieve more, read on to discover more about your training options.
There is no denying that there are so many different types of courses…
In this blog I am looking at 11+ school selection and academic assessment, a vital combination for success.
Where to start?
Evaluating your child’s options for senior school can be stressful. The overwhelming amount of information available about schools can also be bewildering. Schools have different styles and academic standards, and it is important to choose one where your child feels both…
Multi-platinum international singer-songwriter Elisa from Italy reveals a brand-new exclusive 5-track EP, ‘Secret Diaries’, available on all streaming platforms, via Island Records. I had the honour to interview her and find out that she is a very gentle soul full of grace and who can connect with audiences in a very deep way. She is a loving mum and wife who has manifested her love to her…
Sunburn at a young age increases the chances of melanoma (skin cancer) in later life by 80%. You need to be sure you’re properly protecting your little one’s sensitive skin.
What does this mean for babies?
Babies under 6 months shouldn’t be exposed to any UV rays and should always remain shaded. These young ones shouldn’t be wearing sun cream either, as their skin is too sensitive and…
While any money saving tip is well-appreciated by mums everywhere, it gets even better when those tips help to save the environment at the same time. Have you ever stopped to think of all the waste you are producing on a yearly basis that perhaps you could avoid, at least in part?
Here are a few tips that will help you stretch that tight budget you are probably raising a family on while doing your…
Here are tips on types of cleaning you can do yourself and ones you can’t.
When your rental period comes to an end, it is important to get your rent deposit back. The money can help you relocate to your new house.
But for a refund to be made, you have to clean the house before you move out. Many property owners and agents are very strict on this before they give the refund.
Well, if…