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The Journey of a First Time Mum

Posted on July 30, 2024 by jenny

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…

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The Role of Allowances in Building Financially Savvy Kids

Posted on July 25, 2024July 25, 2024 by jenny

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…

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5 Writing Activities for Kids: Fun Projects and Printing Books

Posted on July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 by jenny

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…

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5 Tips On Talking To Kids About Difficult Topics

Posted on April 10, 2024April 11, 2024 by jenny

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…

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

Posted on July 17, 2023May 12, 2024 by jenny

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…

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4 Essential Tips for Keeping Children’s Bedrooms Tidy

Posted on June 30, 2023October 25, 2023 by jenny

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…

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5 Ways to Encourage Curiosity in Your Children

Posted on May 26, 2023 by jenny

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…

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

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

Posted on December 23, 2018January 4, 2019 by jenny

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…

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Boosting my body confidence

Posted on August 12, 2018 by jenny

Photo by Pierre BEST on Unsplash I mentioned the other day that we were really looking forward to our holiday in Holland. Our holiday park had a water park and was near to the sea. As much as I was excited for our family to have all these experiences my thoughts also began to turn to what that…

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Welcome to the gingerbread house blog. I’m Jenny, London mum of two teens. Craft and family lifestyle blogger, occasional baker of gingerbread. Find out more about us, our latest crafts, and be inspired by our days out. Contact me jenny@the-gingerbread-house.co.uk

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