We know why you’re here, it’s the same question that has plagued many a parent for millennia – you want to know why your baby won’t sleep at night. Rest assured, you will get your answers here and some easy to implement solutions as well. As a new parent, there is so much to consider that …
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What is a recession and why is it so damaging? Surviving a recession! 750,000 people have already lost their jobs thus far; businesses are at breaking point and the government is draining the national budget in attempt to keep everything ‘stable’. What does 2021 hold for us all? Experts suggest a far more punishing recession …
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Communicating with your child… This is a struggle for scores of parents! How do you communicate with your child what you want them to do? The truth is that your baby/child is pretty much like everyone else in the world – wholly focused on their own self-importance! They don’t necessarily have time to worry about your …
How to know where to invest Investing – education is very limited on the matter. There are loads of so-called Gurus on the internet who believe they have the answers. Truth be told, most of these people are on YouTube and make far more money talking about investing than actually investing. So how do we …
Life can be hectic trying to balance the pulls of all avenues of our lives. Trying to fit all our responsibilities into a day is a challenge at the best of times. Couple that with raising a child, pursuing your passions/hobbies, working out, trying to have some kind of social life and chilling/downtime – it …
I love Japan, I love Anime, I love Tech, I love the people, I love the Ramen! You cannot beat Japanese Ramen! So I thought I’d teach you how to make ‘easy beef ramen for beginners’. It can’t beat Japanese ramen – but like most things, it tries really hard! I tried ramen for the …
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We are currently living through troubling times, finding ways to make your hard-earned money go further is more important now than it has been in forever! Many Brits throughout the years have turned to property as a way to make their money work for them. Is investing in property still a viable option in 2020? …
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Simply put, a budget is just a plan for your money. Having a plan for your money doesn’t mean that you can’t have fun. It just means you’re focused on where that money ends up, and that’s a good thing. The budgeting tips on this post will help to make your money go further and …
Why to save money Have you ever been put in a situation where you needed money to pay for something, but the funds were unavailable? Maybe you lost your job and didn’t have money to pay your bills. Perhaps you’ve got car troubles. Many people nowadays have extraordinarily little money saved; as a result, they …
Knowing what’s best for your little one is one of the hardest things to do, and then living with that decision and its consequences brings its own roller coaster of emotions – especially when the decision didn’t pan out the way you’d hoped. From tummy time, sensory play, breastfeeding, combi-feeding, bottle feeding, dummy / no …
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The highs and lows of becoming a parent have changed me for the better. I have refined the skill of patience and become a great deal more empathetic – the impossible a year ago! Many people are concerned about the difficulties of becoming a parent; truth be told, it’s the hardest thing I’ve done to …
Giving birth – Expectations Vs Reality I’m a planner. I love lists. Order. Control… I’m a teacher after all. Needless to say, regardless of my hours of hypnobirthing preparation, my extensive birthing plan and detailed list of what to have at home for our new arrival, the reality of giving birth was not quite what …
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In order to answer the question ‘should you pay off your mortgage early?’, it would first help to understand why anyone would want to and outline the potential pros and cons of doing so. Pros You’re paying interest! For some people, the idea of debt is scary. A payment that is set to come out …
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My beautiful baby girl turned one this week (27th July 2020). I can’t quite believe how quickly the time has flown by! The past week has been a jumble of mixed emotions: sadness at her first year coming to an end, pure joy at how much she is flourishing and utter astonishment at the growing …
Have you ever woken up and wondered how did I get here? If I could go back and do it again what would I have don’t differently? How many of your choices do you now deem stupid or a waste of time or money? For many of us we weren’t taught how to look after …
Fantastic Breakfast Burrito that’s quick to make, easy to cook and bursting with flavour. Try this today and impress your taste buds, friends and family!
Debt is something loads of people have and eliminating it is something most of them struggle with. We live in an age where the media easily convinces us of the things we need. Often, we fall for these things – including me. Find out how to remove debt and follow the 7 simple steps below. …
Growing up mixed race. There are 1.25 million people growing up in mixed race homes in the UK according to the 2011 census. 1.25 MILLION! This is the fastest growing ethnic group in the UK and not surprising given our wonderfully multicultural and modern society. Given the tumultuous situation at the moment, particularly in the …
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Scrambled breakfast This little beauty is super quick to make, requires very few ingredients and is bursting with flavour! If our daughter isn’t feeling super hungry, it’s not the end of the world, we usually end up fighting over this one! The Scrambled Breakfast was a game changer! Athena loved it, and it gave us …
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Want to save for a house? For the average house buyer, this is no easy feat and for some may feel like a very distant and unachievable goal (unless, of course, you have been blessed with pockets full of gold or have been taught about saving from a young age). Follow these simple End-Rich tips …
Side Hustle A side hustle is any type of employment undertaken in addition to one’s full-time job. These could range from copy-writing for websites or magazines, tutoring a certain subject, creating online content or even creating an online store. It is important to be enthusiastic about what you choose to invest your time in to. Remember …
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Now that you have investing in yourself and you have been looking into investing in stocks and shares, it’s time to start property investing. The question you need to ask yourself is what do I want to invest in? Many people choose to start with investing in their own home as this will give the leverage for …
As noted in the last post – investing in yourself is the first place to invest and in my opinion, is actually the most important. If you don’t understand the areas you intend to invest in, your investment will be more likely to return a loss and no one wants to lose money! Once you’ve taken …
Making your own wholemeal bread During the Covid-19 lockdown, we have had plenty of time to toy around with some recipes. As we were searching the cupboards for ingredients, we found a loaf of wholemeal bread that had been in there for about 2 weeks and there was no mould! We had a quick look …
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First thoughts on parenting So, I was that guy. You know, the one that says – “how hard can it be?” “These other parents just aren’t doing it right – you just need to assert your dominance and then the baby will step in line”. “What’s wrong with these other parents?” “How hard is it …
Taste the Mediterranean! If the Mediterranean sun had a taste, this would be it! Settling down to this Vibrant Chicken Paella with a glass of homemade Sangria… An experience I like to participate in far too frequently! It’s quick, tasty and easy – so why not? Previous Next Ingredients One chicken breast or 2 boneless …
A hearty breakfast to start the day! This is a fantastic Shakshuka recipe that pretty much consists of ingredients many people have stored in the cupboard or fridge. Give it a whirl and let us know how you get on. Previous Next Ingredients Pepper (red, yellow or orange) Onion 6 eggs Hand full of Parsley …
How much do we spend every year on Christmas!? In 2019, Brits spent over £26.9 billion on Christmas gifts! Whilst in the US we’re looking at approximately $465 billion! Now that’s a lot of money – and for the most part, it’s to fill our friend’s and family’s homes with bits and bobs they probably …
The UK, along with the rest of the world is amidst a global pandemic. In these uncertain times, with jobs lost, people furloughed and income at a low, it is more important than ever to be frugal, save money and have some tried and tested money-saving tips up your sleeve! Being a parent is expensive …
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What is the dreaded 4-month sleep regression? The 4-month sleep regression is a topic that comes up over and over again! Whether it be in playgroups, amongst mums in cafes or searched for at 2am by desperate parents – it is something that so many of us struggle with. You are not alone. Sleep regression …