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  • Now That’s What I Call Being a Parent
    Parenting

    Now That’s What I Call Being a Parent

    A compilation of songs that would be the perfect choice for a Now That’s What I Call Music album for parents.

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  • I just want you back to school…sort of
    Parenting

    I just want you back to school…sort of

    When you’re relieved about both kids going back to school, but also feeling strangely sad at the thought of a quiet, child-free house…

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  • Are holidays with small children worth it?
    Parenting

    Are holidays with small children worth it?

    Sibling fights, constant toilet trips, arcade tat and sand in your face. Are holidays with small children really worth it?

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  • Family holiday packing and how to make it unnecessarily difficult
    Lifestyle

    Family holiday packing and how to make it unnecessarily difficult

    Five pairs of leggings, four pairs of pyjamas, three massive jackets, two sets of make-up and one suitcase. Overpacking made simple!

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  • 10 affordable summer holiday activities for young children
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    10 affordable summer holiday activities for young children

    Here’s 10 affordable summer holiday activities that will hopefully reduce the risk of your child complaining about being bored every hour!

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  • Becoming a parent – why it’s worth it!
    Parenting

    Becoming a parent – why it’s worth it!

    To have kids or not to have kids? It’s a big decision! Here’s 10 honest reasons why you should consider becoming a parent.

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  • The best simulation games for parents
    Reviews and Recs

    The best simulation games for parents

    Are you a parent who still loves to indulge in a good gaming session every now and then? Check out these top simulation games for parents.

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  • The worst household chores
    Whinges and Rants

    The worst household chores

    From piles of dirty dishes to a mountain of laundry. Here’s ten of the worst household chores that we have to do but would love to avoid.

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  • Why a 1st birthday party isn’t worth it
    Parenting

    Why a 1st birthday party isn’t worth it

    Planning a 1st birthday party for your baby? Here’s a few reasons why it might be better to avoid it and plan something else instead!

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  • 5 instant toys for your child
    Parenting

    5 instant toys for your child

    Who knew that a few kitchen roll tubes, a washing-up bowl and a cardboard box could provide so much entertainment?!

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Parenting. Lifestyle. Laughter.

I could make a whole album of rainy day photos, we I could make a whole album of rainy day photos, we've had so much of it here in the UK this year 😄 

The weather is hopefully improving soon, but in case it doesn't, I've written a blog post containing ten family activities that are perfect for rainy days. Click on the link in my bio to check it out! 🌧☂️

#rainydays #familyactivitiesrainydays #muddypuddles #familyfun #familylife
I found these gorgeous photos from when we visited I found these gorgeous photos from when we visited Clumber Park last year. Such a beautiful place and an amazing location for keeping the kids entertained for a bit! I've written a blog post on the top National Trust places for families. Click on the link in my bio to check it out!

Happy Friday! ❤️ 

#familylife #parenting #clumberpark #mumlifeuk #beautifuldestinationsuk
Those baby photos got me broody…for a couple of Those baby photos got me broody...for a couple of seconds 😂👶

#parenting #broodymum #parentlife #parenthumour #mumlife
Forget a family sing-along, car journeys with my k Forget a family sing-along, car journeys with my kids consist of them making the most annoying noises and trying their best to annoy the hell out of each other 😫😂 #familyroadtrips #carjourneyswithkids #parentlife #mykidsareannoyingsometimes

Movies: Stepbrothers, Dumb and Dumber. ©️ Sony Pictures Releasing and New Line Cinema.

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Nothing like a bit of squirrel spotting in the gar Nothing like a bit of squirrel spotting in the garden...until you spot the neighbour's cat searching for a squirrel snack 😱🐱🐿 #squirrellove #squirrellifesmatter #sneakycatface
Despite the unseasonably warm weather, there were Despite the unseasonably warm weather, there were plenty of signs of autumn on our family walk over the weekend. Here's a few autumn treasures that we stumbled across (the walk took a total of 3 hours, mostly due to the 4-year-old insisting on collecting EVERY conker 🤦🏼‍♀️😂) 🍂🍁 #autumnfamilyfun #autumndays #autumntreasures
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