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So Why Do We Love RHS Harlow Carr?

One of our favourite places to visit for a day out is RHS Harlow Carr. A combination of the stunning surroundings, Betty’s hot chocolate and…

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Things To Do In York With Children

We love visiting York. In fact although we tend to avoid cities in favour of quieter destinations York is one of the few exceptions. It’s…

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Things To Do In Belize With Children

*This is a sponsored post. Shhhh don’t tell the Other Half I told you this, but this year he will turn 40. He’s three years…

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A Review Of Thurston Manor

We were incredibly lucky this Christmas to be invited to stay at the beautiful Thurston Manor, in Dunbar. It was not only a perfect time…

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Things To Do In Whitby With Children

Having not visited Whitby before moving to Yorkshire, I am most definitely a convert. I love its quaint winding streets and gorgeous bay. What’s more…

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Why We Love RHS Harlow Carr’s Christmas Glow Event

I love Christmas. Pretty much everything about it, from baking mince pies to wrapping presents. I love walking outside and soaking up the atmosphere as…

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So Why Do We Love The Country Living Christmas Fair?

A trip to the Country Living Christmas Fair, has become somewhat of a mother daughter tradition in our house. My Mum and I both love…

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So Why Do We Love Disney Cruise Line?

Having been on six Disney Cruises in the last eight years, I thought I’d take the time to explain to you all just why we…

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So Why Do We Love Chester Zoo?

When Chester Zoo put out an appeal for bloggers to go and see their new Play Zone, there was great excitement in our house. Number…

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So Why Do We Love Betty’s In Harrogate?

One of my wishes for this coming year is to spend more quality time with the Bear. She is growing up far too fast, and…

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Hello and welcome to Starlight and Stories. I’m Victoria, an Autism Specialist Teacher and mum to two wonderful children. I am passionate about helping parents and teachers of children with autism develop strategies that work, so their children get the best possible education. I hope you find what are looking for here, but if not please do get in touch and I’ll be happy to help if I can.

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  • Today has been a success. We came up with an action plan for the little man at nursery and he actually asked to go back again. Keep your fingers crossed for us, I am hoping we are turning a bit of a corner thanks to the support of his fantastic teachers. In other news over on the blog I’m talking about some of my favourite wooden toys. Why not take a look. @onehundredtoys @letoyvantoys @hapetoysuk @twentysevencouk @lankakade #londonbus #woodentoys #oureverydaymoments #treasuringlittlememories #igkidsclub #pbloggersuk #ad #sustainableplay #mytinymoments #wildandfreechildren #candidlife #dearphotographer #splashofcolour #happylittlebuttons #developinglife #motherhoodalive #mumofboys #mytinymoments #grimmstoys #mamabear #themagicineveryday #transportforlondon #londontransport #documentyourdays #autism #standstillmychild #mybestfriend #motherhoodalive
  • This weekend hasn’t exactly gone to plan. It started off well with a fantastic letter from Father Christmas- the little man’s first so we were all more than a little excited. We then set off to York Castle Museum to meet the man in red himself. As with so many other days though, the little man’s reflux flared up and he ended up being unwell just before we went in - small mercies, at least Father Christmas was spared the spectacle. Most days we just accept that that is the way life is, but yesterday I was more than a little sad. He has had so much thrown at him over the last two and a half years that sometimes I wish life would just throw him a little break. Perhaps all the more so, because he is always so incredibly brave. We’ve had a day in today, because he’s still struggling, though now thankfully sleeping soundly... fingers crossed tightly he gets a good night.
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In other news if you like us are already getting into the Christmas spirit why not check out our Gift Guides over on the blog. With Guides for men, women and children you can’t fail to find something you love. @thamesandhudson @millyandflynn @ukportmeirion @kiddieskingdom @abramschronicle @ergopouch @babybjorn @vividtoysandgames @buff @skates.co.uk @buyagift @twentysevencouk @dobellmenswear @theduppyshare @hoover @brainwavzaudio @boxwildhq @nextbase_uk @londonsockco @summertonclub @theremarkablz @joflibear @learningresourcesuk @bertoy_be #toddlersofig #toddlersofinstagram #magicofchildhood #documentyourdays #simplylittle #humansofjoy #perfectandproud #preciousmoments #standstillmychild #acupofmotherhood #wildandfreechildren #thelittleones #fatherchristmas #lifeasmama #mumofboys #motherhoodalive #mytinymoments #developinglife #happylittlebuttons #themagicineveryday #mybestfriend #mamabear #heartfluttermoments #candidlife #pbloggersuk #igkidsclub #ad #oureverydaymoments #treasuringlittlememories
  • The Bear is getting in the mood to go to a very special preview showing of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald And if I’m honest it’s rare I have ever seen her so excited. She has read all of the original Harry Potter books at least six times, and even though she first read them age seven they remain her go to books of choice whenever she starts to feel anxious. The power of Special Interests is almost as strong as the power of magic. Why not pop back later for an update after the big event. @warnerbrosuk #FantasticBeasts #harrypotter #autismmum #autismmom #dearphotographer #childofig #oureverydaymoments #treasuringlittlememories #specialneedsparents #nothingisordinary #ukmum #dailyparenting #theirwonderfulworld #themagicofchildhood #pbloggersuk #ukparentbloggers #gifted #lionessmama #perfectandproud #mumsofinstagram #tween #booksforteens #grindelwald #muggles
  • Are you starting to think about your Christmas shopping? If so why not take a look over on the blog where the first two of our Christmas Gift Guides are now live. Whether you are looking for a gift for the women in your life, or a fantastic educational gift for a child you love, you can’t fail to find inspiration. Don’t forget to let us know your favourites:-) We’re featuring some fantastic brands including @hellyhansen @skindoctorsuk @waxlyricaluk @olverum @angelalangfordskincare @yourownlifeorganised @andkeepshopping @abramsandchroniclelondon @oregonscientificuk @topquarkz @okidomagazine @_tigertribe_ @learningresourcesuk #mumsofinstagram #christmasgifts #yorkshiredales #countrysidelife #lovelifeoutside #wildandfree #mummylife #documentyourdays #preciousmoments #cameramama #happylittlemoments #thisparentlife #themagicineveryday #acupofmotherhood #ukmum #nothingisordinary #thisparentlife #ukparentblogger #pbloggeruk #ad #specialneedsparents #autismmum #yorkshirecountryside #celebratingmotherhoodig #lionessmama #dearphotographer
  • Happy Halloween Everyone! This little man had the best time ever picking his Pumpkin this year, so much so that he literally carried it around even to the toilet until it became a very squishy mess. It has now been replaced with a plastic counterpart so that we don’t have the trauma of another pumpkin death! #halloween #pumpkinpatch #lovelifeoutside #theirlittleworld #perfectandproud #toddlersofinstagram #parentblogger #pbloggeruk #littlemoments #littleandbrave #littleandfierce #mummymoment #cameramama #thisparentlife #dailyparenting #happylittlesoul #happylittlemoments
  • Over on the blog today I’m talking about all the ways you can help your family stay healthy this term. From storing your energy with lazy Sundays to boosting your (and your children’s) immune systems with @sambucoluk #sambucol #lazysundays #ukparentbloggers #booksforteens #booksfortweens #readingislife #autismawareness #specialneedsparents #noordinarykids #slowliving #themagicofchildhood #mum_hub #documentyourdays #littlefierceones #cameramama #letthembelittle #dailyparenting #nothingisordinary #motherslove #ad #kids_unscripted #thisparentlife #thehonestlens #ukmum #pbloggers #pbloggersuk
  • A lovely day baking chocolate cakes today. Baking is a favourite activity here but unfortunately I’m the one that ends up eating it. The Bear has declared it too chocolatey, the Lion has decided it’s too messy... if only I felt that way about chocolate... #chocolate #bakingwithkids #chocolatebake #letthembelittle #mummybloggeruk #parentbloggersuk #littleadventures #autismmum #autismmom #toddlerlifestyle #dinosaursofinstagram #littleandbrave #littleandfierce #toddlersofinstagram #uniqueandsuccessful
  • On Friday my first book was released. I am more than a little excited. It’s packed full of practical Autism strategies to help families live their day to day lives the way they want to live them. Why not head over to www.autismconsultancyinternational.com and take a look for yourself. #ukparentbloggers #parentbloggersuk #autismbloggers #bookbloggers #bookbloggersofinstagram #mummybloggeruk #livelifeoutside #childofmine #lovelifeoutside #autism #documentyourdays #standstillmychild #mytinymoments #whatevertheweather #autism #autismparents #autismparentsrock #autismmums #autismmoms #pbloggersuk #yorkshiredales #letthekids #mummybloggeruk #oureverydaymoments #theirwonderfulworld #SEND #Uniqueandsuccessful
  • I love that as soon as this crown popped through the door from Amazon Handmade's new Wedding shop the Bear couldn't wait to try it on.... after all the wish to be a princess never does go away #Ad #ahandmadewedding #amazonhandmade #weddingoftheyear #harryandmeghan #weddingbelles #lovelifeoutside #toddlersofinstagram #documentyourdays #raisingragamuffins #preciousmoments #simplylittle #humansofjoy #magicofchildhood #standstillmychild #wildandfreechildren #enchantedchildhood #heartfluttermoments #themagicineveryday #acupofmotherhood #mumsofboys #mumofboys #countrysidelife #preciousmoments #simplylittle #royalwedding #happylittlebuttons #igkidsclub #pbloggersuk

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