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!

Top Reasons to Get Legal Advice Before Family Agreements

Posted on July 29, 2025July 29, 2025 by Emma Reed

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Family agreements often arise during emotional or high-stress times. Whether you’re planning a cohabitation, divorce, financial arrangement, or guardianship agreement, it’s easy to underestimate the long-term legal impact.

Misunderstandings can turn into serious disputes if terms aren’t clearly set out and legally sound. If you want peace of mind and protection for your future, keep reading to learn why legal advice is important in this case.

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Why Supporting Local Coffee Roasters Makes a Big Difference

Posted on July 28, 2025July 29, 2025 by Emma Reed

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There’s something magical about a cup of coffee. It energises, comforts, and brings people together — but behind every great brew is a story worth telling. In an age of convenience and mass production, a quiet revolution is unfolding in towns and cities across the country: more people are turning to local coffee roasters for their daily caffeine fix. And for good reason.

Choosing to support your neighbourhood roaster doesn’t just mean better coffee — it means better outcomes for communities, the planet, and your palate. Here’s why it makes a big difference.

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How to Make Your Oil Tank More Eco-Friendly

Posted on July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 by Emma Reed

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For someone who is making the effort to live consciously and adopt an eco-friendly style of life, oil heating probably isn’t the first thing that springs to mind when considering how to heat a home, right?

Many homes in the UK run on oil with a heating oil tank. Whilst on the surface it is not the most environmentally friendly option, switching to a heat pump, for example, isn’t always realistic, particularly with the cost.

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A Parent’s Guide To Getting The Best Deal On Wisdom Tooth Extraction Cost

Posted on July 21, 2025July 21, 2025 by Emma Reed

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The wisdom tooth extraction cost can catch many parents off guard—especially when their teen starts complaining about jaw pain or their dentist suddenly recommends surgery. On average, the cost of a simple extraction ranges from $150 to $300 per tooth, while surgical extractions can fall between $250 to $800 per tooth, depending on complexity. Add sedation or general anesthesia, and the price can rise even further.

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Saving Money as a New Driver

Posted on July 18, 2025July 18, 2025 by Emma Reed

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Getting your first car is one of the most exciting things to experience.

Whether you’re a young driver or you’ve passed your test in your 30s, now is the time to discover a whole new meaning to independence. But for any new driver, there’s no denying that life might suddenly get a little bit more expensive.

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How I’m Rethinking Skincare as Part of My Mental Health Routine

Posted on July 17, 2025July 25, 2025 by Emma Reed

*Collaborative Post written by Maddie

I used to see skincare as a chore.

One of those things I did because I was “meant to,” usually while also brushing my teeth with one hand, wrangling a child with the other, and rushing to get something, anything, done before bedtime. And like so many of us, there were definitely times when I didn’t do it at all. Skin? I was just happy if I managed to change out of the clothes I’d been wearing since 6am.

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How to Create a Self-Care Routine That Doesn’t Break the Bank

Posted on July 16, 2025July 16, 2025 by Emma Reed

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Self-care used to be a buzzword. Now, it’s a real need. Between busy schedules and everyday stress, most people are looking for ways to recharge. But let’s be honest, what we see online makes it look expensive. Think spa getaways, $40 candles, monthly wellness boxes. That kind of self-care might feel out of reach for someone trying to manage bills or save a little.

The good news is that self-care doesn’t have to mean spending a lot. It also doesn’t have to match what others are doing. The truth? You can take care of yourself without draining your wallet. It starts with knowing what works for you and how to make time for it, even on tight budgets.

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