If you have read my book review of The Practicing Mind by Thomas Sterner, you will be familiar with what this concept means already. I had been keen to read this book …
Book review – The Practicing Mind by Thomas M. Sterner
I really loved The Practicing Mind : Developing Focus and Discipline in Your Life – Master Any Skill or Challenge by Learning to Love the Process by Thomas M. Sterner. I chose …
How to weekly meal prep for the family
{If you are reading via email, click here to see my short little video!} If you have been reading this blog for even a short time you will know that each …
The Planning With Kids Menu Planning Process
I have been writing on Planning With Kids for over 10 years now. Over that time I have written many posts on menu planning as I am such a huge advocate of …
I am proof that anyone can start getting organised!
If you look at my blog Planning With Kids, you might have the impression that I have always been organised and planned, but that is far from the truth. While planning comes …
What’s the answer: lowering standards or working harder?
Today’s post answers a back to school reader question. You can read previous answers to readers’ questions here. What’s the answer: lowering standards or working harder? I don’t think there are many parents …
5 tips for when you are feeling undervalued by the family
Sometimes it feels like the work you do for the family goes unnoticed. You know how much goes into keeping everything organised and running smoothly but do they? It takes hard work, …
Half yearly review – the power of small steps
It seems that as a society as a whole we tend to connect success with big achievements, big victories and big changes. I agree that they are of course signs of wonderful …
How to entice older kids away from screens
Today’s post is from Bron from the great new site Mumlyfe, which is a parenting site for mums of older kids. I have known Bron for many years and she has a fabulous …
Santa’s Magical Kingdom 2018 Ticket Giveaway
Have you been to Santa’s Magical Kingdom? I know it is a highlight of the festive season for many families. Santa’s Magical Kingdom is an interactive walk-through adventure land including everything that …
Irish Celtic ticket giveaway
My first trip overseas was to Ireland and I have a soft spot for all things Irish. If you are also a fan of Irish culture then you will love this giveaway! …
Children’s Book Week 2018 – resources, teachers’ notes and activities for kids
Over the last few years I have collated a post with resources for a selection of books which have made the CBCA short list. Going through the CBCA lists is a great …
Book review – Wired to Eat by Robb Wolf
Please note this post does not in any way constitute medical or dietary advice. It is simply my review of a book and the personal experimentation I have conducted. Wired to Eat …
My 5 current tips to help me work smarter not harder
When asked that awkward question “So what do you do?” I respond, I write a blog. This answer generally kicks off another series of questions. Sometimes people ask me for my best …
Pukka Organic Teas giveaway
This giveaway has now closed – congratulations to Joanna! Please check your inbox for more details. I am super excited to present this giveaway! I have been a huge fan of Pukka …
Weleda Almond Soothing Facial Care Set Giveaway!
This giveaway has now closed. Congratulations to Prachi – please check your inbox for more details! Earlier this year I shared some beauty products that I loved, one of which was Weleda Almond …
What other families do – a single child with special needs
This post has been contributed by a lovely reader of the blog as part of an ongoing series “What other families do”. You can find more posts in this series here. Marta …
Teenage girls and social media
Today’s post is from the wonderful Martine Oglethorpe of The Modern Parent. Martine is an educator, counsellor and speaker who specialises in the area of technology and the family. She has a …