family Archives – Emma Reed

Respecting The Memory Of A Departed Loved One

Posted on March 11, 2020 by Emma Reed

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One of the most difficult facts of life to deal with is that it’s temporary for all of us. While we can work on accepting this troubling fact for ourselves, it can be that when it affects someone else, we are the most saddened. It’s never easy to lose a family member, no matter how close you were with them, but it stings all the greater if you were close and on good terms. Continue reading “Respecting The Memory Of A Departed Loved One” →

black and white photo of a baby's feet with a mum and dad's hands around them making a heart shape

How to Improve Your Family’s Wellbeing

Posted on May 2, 2019February 4, 2021 by Emma Reed

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Starting a family for many is seen as one of their greatest achievements. If you share this sentiment, then looking after them may be something that brings you joy. However, it is a job that can be tasking as well as demanding some days. Nevertheless, when you have fewer health scares and a more vibrant household, it can make all of the hard work you put in worthwhile. Continue reading “How to Improve Your Family’s Wellbeing” →

Top Tips For Choosing A New Family Car

Posted on May 1, 2019July 27, 2020 by Emma Reed

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A car is often a necessity for many families. They become a part of everyday life from dropping the kids off at school to popping to the shops to pick up the essentials. So when it comes to buying a new one, it can be challenging to know where to start. There are lots of things to consider when you’re searching for that perfect vehicle that caters for the whole family. Continue reading “Top Tips For Choosing A New Family Car” →

Parenting as a Team

Posted on April 22, 2019January 26, 2020 by Emma Reed

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Most couples that have children will have experienced a situation where one of you thinks that you should discipline or raise your child in a particular way, and your spouse wants to handle things in a different way. You are both adamant in doing things how you want to do them, and can both become entrenched in how you do things; that can be when the fighting can start. Continue reading “Parenting as a Team” →

4 Essential Ways To Protect Your Family’s Financial Future

Posted on February 12, 2019August 8, 2020 by Emma Reed

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When you start a family, you may end up getting a bit of a shock financially. We always think of the baby must-haves, the lack of sleep ahead of us and the change in lifestyle but how about the costs and providing for their future? The cost of raising children is so much higher than people realise and that can become a big worry. That’s why it’s so important that you start planning your financial future right away.

These are some of the best ways to secure your family’s financial future: Continue reading “4 Essential Ways To Protect Your Family’s Financial Future” →

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5 Top Tips To Reduce Your Car Expenses

Posted on December 10, 2018August 2, 2020 by Emma Reed

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When it comes to family life one of our main focusses (other than trying to juggle life!) is to budget as much as we can in order to have enough money each month to spend on having fun and making memories. One of our biggest expenditures over the years has come from running 2 cars, however, having the freedom that my car gives me is something I could never be without– I couldn’t begin to imagine having to work my day around a bus schedule. So, it is most definitely a must-have item for our family and I know I am very lucky that we are in a position financially to run multiple cars. Yet this doesn’t stop me from wanting to save money here too so here are my 5 top tips to reduce car expenses in the long run. Continue reading “5 Top Tips To Reduce Your Car Expenses” →

Could You Take Care Of Elderly Relatives? What You Could Do

Posted on October 30, 2018August 2, 2020 by Emma Reed

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When we are your younger, we rely on our parents and older relatives to help us throughout any ordeal we face. Our parents took great care of us, and they always knew what to do. But as we get older we fend for ourselves and start our own families. What we tend to not realise is that as we get older, so do our parents, which means that we may get to the point in our lives where we may need to look after our parents. I wanted to share with you some of the ways you can take care of your elderly relatives. Continue reading “Could You Take Care Of Elderly Relatives? What You Could Do” →