Category: Parenting

Parenting is my largest category on my blog. I started it when my first child was around 2 years old as I wanted to not only promote my book but document what it was like to be a Mum and what we got up to.

Topics here are vast. You will find top tips, advice, real-life experiences, first-hand mistakes and parenting fails, help and support and an honest viewpoint of being a parent and all that goes with that title.

In tips I cover those fun topics like sleep or the lack of! Teething, the stages like terrible two’s and threenager. I also go into the changes that occur when you have a child like the start of pre-school or school. Everything is real life, no sugar coating. I also cover how I am now far more eco-friendly and how you can also implement this as a busy parent.

How to Choose Baby Play Mats and Playroom Rugs for Safe Play

Posted on August 4, 2026August 4, 2026 by Emma Reed

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Introduction to the Importance of Safe Play for Babies

Babies are naturally curious and eager to explore their surroundings. As they grow and develop, play becomes an essential part of their daily routine. Not only does play help with physical development, but it also aids in cognitive, emotional, and social growth. This is why it is crucial to create a safe and stimulating environment for them to play in.

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Creating a Nursery That Grows With Your Child

Posted on July 16, 2026July 16, 2026 by Emma Reed

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Designing a nursery is one of the great joys of expecting a baby, but it’s easy to get swept up in the newborn aesthetic and forget that babies have an inconvenient habit of growing, fast. A nursery that’s perfect for a tiny infant can look and function all wrong within a couple of years. The clever approach is to design a space that adapts as your child grows, saving you money, effort, and constant redecorating. Here’s how to create a nursery built to grow right alongside them.

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Eco-Friendly Creative Hobbies for Families

Posted on July 16, 2026July 16, 2026 by Emma Reed

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When you start trying to live more sustainably, you audit the obvious rooms first. The kitchen gets its refills and its compost caddy, the bathroom gets its bars and its bamboo, and you feel quite pleased with yourself. Then half term arrives, you panic buy a craft kit to fill a rainy afternoon, and by Friday the whole thing is in the bin, glitter and all. The craft cupboard was my eco blind spot for years, and I suspect I am not alone. It took an actual clear out, and the slightly horrifying bag of dried up pens and broken plastic that came out of it, for me to apply the same thinking to our hobbies that we apply to everything else in this house.

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My Top School Uniform Tips For Getting You Back To School Ready

Posted on July 15, 2026July 15, 2026 by Emma Reed

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When anyone mentions Back to School shopping, many of us are instantly filled with dread. The crowds, the queues, the hunt for the right sizes, the fear of your child going back in with last year’s shoes. We’ve all been there, but it doesn’t actually need to be stressful. With a little planning and preparation, your Back to School experience could be so much simpler and done in no time. Here are my top school uniform tips for getting you and your little ones ready for September.

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Helping Children Feel Calm About Dental Appointments

Posted on July 7, 2026 by Emma Reed

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Dentist appointments can make many children feel uneasy, often leading to stress for both young patients and parents. Understanding and managing this anxiety may encourage lifelong dental health and support confidence in oral care routines. Practical strategies at home and at the clinic can help make every dental visit smoother and less daunting for families.

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How to Choose the Right School and Support Team for a Child with Communication Needs

Posted on July 6, 2026August 10, 2026 by Emma Reed

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Parents all over the world worry deeply about education for their children. They want to choose schools that are the right fit, especially when a child has additional learning or communication needs that may affect confidence, participation, and academic progress. For families navigating a speech delay, language disorder, stuttering, or social communication difficulty, the process can feel especially overwhelming because the gap between what a child needs and what a school can realistically provide is not always obvious during a tour or admissions meeting.

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What To Look For When Choosing the Right Preschool

Posted on June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 by Emma Reed

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Picking a preschool feels like a bigger deal than it probably should. But honestly, it kind of is. This is the first time your child is stepping into a space that isn’t home, and you want to get it right.

The tricky part is that every school looks good on a brochure. So instead of going by what sounds nice, here’s what actually matters when you’re standing in that classroom trying to make up your mind.

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