Mums Tips

How internal doors can make your London home feel more spacious

Space in London is an issue, be it a flat or terraced house. If you are trying to make your home feel open without compromising on style, try making sure you make the most out of your space. Internal doors may appear as a purely practical design feature, but with the right know-how they can make your home appear more open. From clever layouts to carefully arranged options, here’s how…
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Mums Tips

What to do before moving house - A guide for London parents

Moving house can be an exciting fresh start, but for families, it’s a project that comes with a seemingly endless list of to-dos. From ensuring your belongings fit in the new space to checking local amenities, the process requires careful planning and attention to detail. If you’re considering a move with your family, here’s what to keep in mind to make the transition smoother and more…
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Mums Tips

Everything you need for setting up a nursery

Setting up a nursery is an exciting yet challenging process that requires attention to both functionality and safety. Whether you’re planning a nursery at home for your little one or a professional daycare setting for other children, careful preparation ensures the space is nurturing, secure, and well-equipped. Here’s everything you need to create a perfect nursery environment. Furniture…
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Mums Tips

How mums can make everyday household chores easier to spend more time with the kids

Balancing the demands of household chores and spending quality time with your children can feel like a juggling act for many mums. However, with some thoughtful planning and clever strategies, it’s possible to simplify daily tasks and create more moments for family fun. Keep reading for some practical tips to help mums streamline their routines, save time, and focus on what matters most…
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How often should you have an eye exam?

A question many people ask their local optometrist is how often should they have an eye exam? Well, as a general rule of thumb, the industry standard is that you should get yours checked out at least once every two years. However, there are some circumstances where you might need to book an eye test with 1001 Optometry or another such company much sooner than that. In this post, we will highlight…
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Mums Tips

Things to check when buying a used car

Buying a used car can be a great way to get a newer model car for a lower price. However, used cars also carry more risks than new. There are several important things you should check before purchasing any used vehicle. Inspect the exterior Take a close look over the entire exterior of the used car. Check for any dents, scratches, mismatched paint, or rust spots that could indicate the car…
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Parenting Skills

Teen Talk: Anita Cleare on bridging the gap with modern teens

Parenting teenagers in the digital age comes with unique challenges – navigating technology, understanding social pressures, and coping with the emotional roller-coaster of adolescence. Anita Cleare, parenting expert and author of How to Get Your Teenager Out of Their Bedroom, offers actionable insights and heartfelt advice to help parents reconnect with their teens. In this interview with…
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Fashion & Beauty

The risks of TikTok's raw garlic acne trend: What parents need to know

Social media is once again driving a viral skincare trend, this time involving raw garlic as an acne treatment. Users on TikTok, particularly among Gen Z, have been promoting the idea of applying raw garlic directly to the skin or consuming it to clear blemishes. Videos tagged with #garlicforacne have racked up millions of views, but health experts warn that this so-called “natural…
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Mums Tips

Road safety adverts through the years

Road Safety Week, the annual event organised by the road safety charity Brake, will take place between 17th – 23rd November 2024. There can’t be many people in the UK who haven’t been exposed to campaigns, adverts and messages promoting road safety and safer driving, or warning of the consequences of careless or reckless behaviour behind the wheel. Most of us have come across…
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Schooling

Helping your child navigate academic challenges in college and beyond

College life has many academic challenges, freedoms, and choices that easily overwhelm new students. Lack of guidance by parents might expose students to many vulnerabilities leading to making bad choices. In this guide, parents will get inspired with ideas on the best way to help children manage changes and make the right choices. Image source Understanding common academic challenges in college…
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