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    Creating a Family Financial Plan That Works

    In today’s fast-paced world, having a solid financial plan is essential for ensuring the stability and future prosperity of your family. A well-structured financial plan not only helps you manage your day-to-day expenses but also prepares you for unforeseen circumstances and long-term goals. Here are some vital steps to creating a family financial plan that works effectively for you. Assess Your Current Financial Situation Before you embark on creating a financial plan, it’s crucial to assess your current financial situation. Start by gathering all relevant financial documents, including bank statements, credit card statements, information about an ISA transfer, mortgage agreements,…

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    The Journey of a First Time Mum

    Becoming a first-time mum is an extraordinary experience, marked by a mix of joy, anxiety, and a flurry of new responsibilities. The first few weeks with a newborn baby are crucial for both the baby’s development and the mother’s emotional well-being. For new mum’s, understanding what to expect and how to navigate this new chapter can make all the difference. The First Few Weeks: What to Expect In the first few weeks, new mum’s will experience a significant shift in their daily routines. The baby’s arrival brings with it the need for constant care and attention. During this period, skin…

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    The Role of Allowances in Building Financially Savvy Kids

    Teaching kids about money has always been a priority for me. I’ve found that giving them an allowance can be an incredibly effective way to instil good financial habits from a young age. Allowances aren’t just about giving pocket money; they are a practical tool for teaching kids the value of money, the importance of saving, and how to budget. Here’s how I’ve used allowances to help my children become financially savvy. Introducing Financial Concepts Early Providing an allowance introduces children to basic financial concepts and I believe that starting early with financial education can make a significant difference. Research…

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    5 Writing Activities for Kids: Fun Projects and Printing Books

    As a parent, you want your child to excel in every aspect of life, and writing is no exception. Writing is not just a school subject; it’s a fundamental skill that is crucial to academic success and personal development. Strong writing abilities contribute to better communication, critical thinking, and creativity, setting the foundation for future educational and career opportunities. However, many children find writing to be challenging and sometimes overwhelming. The pressure to learn grammar, spelling, and punctuation can make the writing process daunting. It’s important to remember that every child learns differently, and turning writing into a fun and…

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    5 Tips On Talking To Kids About Difficult Topics

    All parents face a moment when they have to educate their kids about complicated or challenging subjects. Whether it’s illness, death, social issues, or other problems, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed at the prospect of having a complicated conversation with a child. In this article, you’ll find 5 useful tips to guide you through this stage of life and parenthood. How to Talk To Your Kids With Confidence Nobody can protect their kids from everything; children have to grow and understand the world with the right tools to navigate life’s difficult experiences. 1. Your kids need a safe space Before…

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    How to Practice Self-Care When You’re a Busy Parent

    Even though you’re always busy rushing around after other people, you should still make time to look after yourself. If you’re not looking after your physical and mental well-being, you can’t give enough to others. This will eventually mean that you’ll reach burnout, and at this point, it can often be too late to start introducing positive changes. To avoid this situation, you need to practice self-care, even when you’re busy with your family and children. Focus on Your Physical and Mental Well-being To begin with, you’re going to want to focus on your physical and mental well-being. This means…

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    4 Essential Tips for Keeping Children’s Bedrooms Tidy

    Disclosure – this is a collaborative post Maintaining a tidy bedroom is a valuable life skill for children to learn, promoting organisation, responsibility, and a sense of calm. However, keeping a child’s bedroom clean can sometimes feel like an ongoing battle. In this post, we will discuss four essential tips that will help you create an organised and clutter-free space for your little ones to enjoy. Simplify and Declutter The first step towards a tidy bedroom is decluttering. Encourage your child to sort through their belongings and donate or bin items they no longer use or need. Make it a…

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    5 Ways to Encourage Curiosity in Your Children

    Disclosure – this is a collaborative post All parents dream that their children are doing well. For this, parents work hard to earn a living, enrol their children in good schools, try to buy everything for their children, and much more. However, everything does not end with material well-being. What kind of life a child will have in adulthood depends a lot on how parents treated them in childhood and how they were brought up. So that children do not experience difficulties in life, it is important for them to be curious. This helps not only with their academic performance…

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    Win a copy of The Not-So-New Mum’s Notebook

    I know that we haven’t even had Christmas yet but my thoughts are already turning to the New Year. I don’t go for New Year’s Resolutions at all but one thing I do want to try next year is a little bit of journalling and making more notes about my children. It’s a well known fact that children grow up far too quickly. Today I wanted to share with you something that could help you note the milestones, The Not-So-New Mum’s Notebook. The Not-So-New Mum’s Notebook The Not-So-New Mum’s Notebook is every mum’s essential companion and journal beyond the first year – whether…