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To the mummy who is worried about whether her decisions are right. They are. Your decisions are always right, because you know your children best, because you love them the…

You matter. Yes YOU!

As parents it’s all too often far to easy to forget about you. And the truth is YOU matter. Yes YOU! I really am talking to you. So this week…

You Are Enough

Dear Mummy, You are enough. You are the best mummy your little one(s) could have. You are a good partner. You are a good person. You are not a failure.…

Yes I Am Still Breastfeeding

It’s funny how over the years my opinions on so many things have changed. Maybe I have mellowed with age, or maybe I have now just lived enough of life…

I Wonder If I’ll Always Want Just One More….

I have always only wanted two children. It was my life plan. My logic even as a teenager ran something like this: Two children are the right amount. Two children…

Do You Wish You Had A Way To Help Others Understand Pathological Demand Avoidance?

Well, now hopefully you do. What’s more it’s completely free and neither you nor they will need to leave the comfort of home. Whether you are a teacher wanting to…

Why Special Interests Matter

When it comes to Autism, I’ve worked over the years at both ends of the spectrum, from non-verbal infants to highly articulate teenagers, from Options programmes to ABA, in state…

Why Does No-One Talk About Hard It Is To Give Up? A Breastfeeding Post.

It’s well documented how hard it can be to establish breastfeeding. There are breastfeeding groups, midwives and health visitors. And although the system isn’t perfect, if you need help you…

Why Do Children On The Spectrum Ask Repetitive Questions? And How Can We Reassure Them?

As both a teacher and a mum, I can testify to how frustrating it can be to be asked the same question over and over again – especially if you…

Which Planner Is Right For You?

Every year I spend literally hours trying to find the perfect planner for me. Because the reality is with so many fantastic ones out there we really are spoilt for…

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A Review Of Ligneus Play’s Pikler Inspired Range

Disclaimer: These products were gifted to us for the purposes of review. All opinions are my own. When we were contacted by Ligneus Play to trial their new Pikler inspired…

By Victoria|Feb 5, 2021

Last Minute Gift Guide 2020

Disclaimer: Some of the products in this list have been gifted in return for inclusion. As always all opinions are my own. If you still have a few last minute…

By Victoria|Dec 16, 2020

Men’s Christmas Gift Guide 2020

Lealand Black Foldable Duffel Bag If you are looking for a duffel bag that is as stylish as it is practical you won’t go far wrong with the Lealand from…

By Victoria|Dec 13, 2020

Christmas Gift Guide For Children 2020

Disclaimer: These products have been gifted in return for inclusion in this post. As always all opinions are completely my own. If you are looking for lovely gifts for the…

By Victoria|Nov 19, 2020

Christmas Gift Guide For Women 2020

Disclaimer: This gifts have been gifted in return for inclusion in this review. As always all opinions are my own. If you are trying to find gifts to treat the…

By Victoria|Nov 11, 2020

Never Underestimate The Power Of Kindness

I have worked in six different schools over the course of my teaching career. In their own way, all have been excellent and in each I can think of things…

By Victoria|Nov 10, 2020