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What’s a two year age gap like?
In January 2020, I had Ida. In January 2022, I had Martha. For 10 days I had two under two. We always knew we wanted a small gap, and knew it took time with Ida and it might with Marfs. But, turns out it didn’t. She came along easily. I manifested so hard that I’d…
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Review: Enchanted Tea Rooms, Leamington Spa
Review: Enchanted Tea Rooms, Leamington Spa
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Things to do when you have no patience with kids
When it comes to the girls, I think I have a good amount of patience. Of course,I can’t wait in a queue at the post office. In traffic. Or for Matt to get his shoes on so we can go. I’m only human. Today, I didn’t feel patient. And it was a day I have…
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Centre Parcs Vs Butlins 2025
I come from a background of Bultins holidays. I spent many weekends there seeing the likes of Steps and Daphne and Celeste. From those trips, I remember waiting for hours for Steps to come on stage (but now I know the impatience of children from the other side, so maybe it was more like 20…
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Thrifty tips to save money for your family
I love the thrill of a bargain. I love cash back. I love free stuff. I’m not sure where it comes from, but I always have. I remember when Pokemon was cool first time around in the 90s and I used to buy cheap packs of Pokemon stickers and trade them for cards. I was…
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Things no one tells you about having kids
Soon as you announce to the world you’re having a baby, people can’t wait to tell you about sleepless nights. The fact you’ll never drink a hot drink again. But there are things no one tells you about having kids. Like the endless amount of times you’ll put the sofa cushions back on the sofa.…
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Get fit and strong after having a baby
I always hate phrases like “get your body back” “bounce back”. I really think after having a baby it should be about nurturing yourself, building up your foundations, improving your posture and being strong for motherhood. Because I’ll tell you now in 3 years, maybe less, you’ll be carrying a toddler wearing a helmet, a…
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Non UPF flapjacks for kids
Delicious non UPF peanut butter flapjacks that your kids will LOVE.
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Free things to do in Chinnor with kids – Activities for 5 days!
Some days when I have the girls I’ll splash out and take a trip to Mini Farmers Club or Rush. Other days I’ll challenge myself to keep it cheap. When you’re working to a budget it forces you to be more creative, arguably more present, too. When I do pay for a big-ticket activity, there’s…
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Review: What’s it like to have a cat when you have kids?
If you’re thinking of getting a cat, and have kids, or are thinking about kids soon, I’m going to share an honest review of cats and kids. Should you get a cat with a baby? Or with grown up kids. Should it be a kitten or a second hand cat? (Second hand cat? Felt right,…
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