Category: Lifestyle

Lifestyle is my most broad category covering a wide range of topics across our everyday lives. Home, garden, DIY, beauty, fitness, health and so on, this is the place to find a variety of tips, first-hand experience and ideas. 

I felt that it was important to cover all of these on my blog as parenting can go deeper than just those typical how to parent type posts and our well-being as parents is just as valuable. Giving an insight into what I struggle with, what I get up to, what I find helps and honest product reviews will all help you through your own parenting journey too… I hope! 

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Fake vs Real Plants? What is the Best Choice for Your Home?

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When it comes to home decor, you’d be hard pressed to find something that brightens up a room like plants do. Some homeowners opt for a cozy bohemian vibe, others prefer a sleek minimalist design, and some go for a classic rustic aesthetic.

But it doesn’t matter what satisfies your décor curiosity, greenery adds texture, color, and a sense of life. However, one big question often comes up for homeowners and renters alike. Should you decorate with real plants or fake ones?

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The Impact of Make-A-Wish Wishes on Children and Communities

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Make-A-Wish is a renowned organization dedicated to granting the wishes of children with critical illnesses. These wishes provide hope, joy, and strength to children and their families during challenging times. The organization operates globally, making a significant difference in the lives of thousands of children each year.

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What Makes Sustainable Home Services More Efficient in 2025?

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Efficiency is the key to running a successful sustainable home service business in 2025.

With rising customer expectations and tighter schedules, finding ways to save time and streamline operations has never been more important.

From using smart tools to adopting better team management, discover practical strategies that will make your services faster, smoother, and more reliable.

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What Are the Best Smart Devices to Bring on a Wilderness Adventure?

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Wilderness adventures are exciting, but having the right smart devices can make a big difference in safety and comfort. Some of the best smart devices to bring into the wild include GPS devices, solar chargers, and smartwatches that track location and weather. Smartphones can work well too, but it’s a good idea to protect them with something sturdy like Ghostek phone cases for Galaxy Z Fold 7, which keep devices safe from drops and rough conditions.

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Is It Possible to Have an Eco-Friendly Dental Routine? I Asked a Dentist

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As someone who’s always trying to make more sustainable choices for my family, I’ve tackled everything from nappies and toiletries to laundry and lunchboxes. But I’ll admit that I hadn’t given much thought to the dental side of things. Oral care can generate a colossal amount of waste, and there’s a lot more to consider than just which toothpaste to buy.

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How does a 3-Zone Mini Split Provide Customized Comfort in Offices?

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The optimal office environment is subjective: the ideal temperature for one individual may be too warm or high for another. And this is where the work of a 3-zone mini split system shines. This improves the comfort level for all and helps people to work in a distraction-free environment by giving independent temperature control in three different zones. Designed to help you perfect the climate in places that matter, be it private offices, meeting rooms, or open workspaces, this system is ideal for managing variable zones. Here’s a breakdown of how it provides customized comfort with ease.

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Training For The Three Peaks – Month Four

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This was it, the final month before the big climb, and guess what? Yep, my leg WAS injured from my hike – if you’re not sure what I am talking about, you can go back and read month three’s update here. This, unfortunately, meant that all training had to stop, leaving me worried for my leg and even more worried that I wouldn’t be able to do the challenge at all. The one thing I was dreading and the last thing I wanted to happen.

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