Parenting How to Run a Tombola: The Ultimate Guide for Fundraising Success Posted on September 21, 2025November 19, 2025 By Becky Key Takeaways No licence needed for basic tombolas at events (under £500 prizes, £100 expenses) Charge 25p-50p per ticket depending on prize quality and audience 1 in 5 or 1 in 10 odds work best for keeping people happy Display is everything – attractive presentation drives sales Consolation prizes keep… Read more
Parenting 7 Clever Ways to Make Indoor Activities More Exciting for Teens and Adults Posted on September 20, 2025March 31, 2026 By Becky When the weather forces us indoors, finding engaging entertainment can be tough. Teens may tire of repetitive games, while adults seek more than just TV or phone scrolling. To keep activities exciting, incorporate creativity, variety, and a bit of challenge for both age groups. If you’re seeking family-friendly fun, group… Read more
Parenting Why Parents Need a Hobby of Their Own (and How to Find It) Posted on September 17, 2025 By Becky Parents are deserving of hobbies, and it’s something that you should have available, even when life gets chaotic with young kids. The reason for hobbies is that they provide those light reliefs in life that you need to reset or shift focus onto something healthy, or that brings you joy…. Read more
Food Where to Buy Spanish Food Online from Abroad for Erasmus Students Posted on September 17, 2025 By Becky Right, let’s have a chat about something that’s close to many hearts – food from home! As a mum who’s lived through countless ‘I miss this’ moments with my own kids (though admittedly theirs are usually about finding proper fish and chips when we’re on holiday), I can only imagine… Read more
Parenting AI and Education: Should We Let Kids Use It for Homework? Posted on September 16, 2025 By Becky Introduction: A Homework Revolution? For generations, homework has been the cornerstone of school life, encouraging independent study and reinforcing classroom lessons. Yet in the last two years, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) tools has disrupted this tradition. From apps that solve maths problems instantly to platforms that can draft… Read more
Parenting What Parents Don’t See Behind the Scenes of Infant Modelling Posted on September 15, 2025 By Becky From the outside, infant modeling appears to be something straight out of a glamorous magazine: cute babies decked out in fancy clothes, playful photo shoots, and proud parents observing it all with aristocratic pride. But what really occurs behind the camera? Families considering entering the industry will benefit from casting… Read more
Crafts & Activities for Kids 60 Quick Elf on the Shelf Ideas That Parents Actually Have Time For Posted on September 12, 2025September 13, 2025 By Becky December is one of my favourite times of year, and in our house the run up to Christmas has always been filled with festive prep for the big day, including fun activities for the children, delicious food, styling our home, making decorations… and Elf on the Shelf! As a Mum… Read more
Baby The Things We Don’t Talk About After Birth (But Should) Posted on September 12, 2025November 13, 2025 By Becky Childbirth is a life-changing experience, often accompanied by a whirlwind of emotions, excitement, and joy. But while much of the focus is placed on the newborn, the physical and emotional recovery of the mother often takes a back seat. There are many aspects of post-birth recovery that we, as a… Read more
Parenting Finding Reliable Babysitters for London’s Spirited Families Posted on September 12, 2025September 12, 2025 By Becky As you juggle work, late-night Tube delays and kids who’d rather build forts than go to bed, finding reliable sitters can feel like another full-time job (I should know, being a London parent myself!) You’ve probably swapped tips at the school gate, scrolled endless forums and still wondered who will… Read more