Empty Nest Syndrome: Finding a new zest for life
As a parent whose child has just started university, it’s natural to feel emotional. These conflicting feelings are referred to as ‘empty nest syndrome’.
family health
8 Easy Health Tips For Busy Families
We all want our families to be happy, healthy, and on their way to being the best person that they can be. Happy? We can take care of that. Fill them up with all the love in the world while they’re young, and they’ll be on the right path. Healthy? Hmm, well that’s a trickier … Read more
Choosing Family Snacks: 5 Key Considerations for Outsourcing
Healthy, fun snack ideas for families. Learn how to choose nutritious options, avoid processed foods, and make smarter choices for your kids.
Braun ActivScan 9 – Our Blood Pressure Results
We have been using the Braun ActivScan 9 Blood Pressure monitor for a little over a month now and the results have been very interesting. More so for Simon than for myself, read on to find out more. My Blood Pressure Results Throughout the month my blood pressure has remained steady and ‘in the green’ apart … Read more
Health aware with the Braun ActivScan™ 9 Blood Pressure Monitor
With the Braun ActivScan 9 the results show simple data and colour coding so you can see the status of your blood pressure at a glance.
Why A Glass of Wine Is Good For Mums
We have decided to come up with some reassuring reasons why wine is good for mums and dads even. Let’s face it, we love our children but we love wine too.
Intestinal worms and how to protect your family
We only need to look at the faces of our children as they snuggle up with Bramble or play chase with him to know that getting a dog was absolutely the right decision for our family. Having grown up with dogs myself and owning four dogs in adulthood, I know the pleasure and depth of … Read more
Mountain Biking: A new pace of life
Today I am handing over the reins of the blog to my husband Simon to tell you a bit more about how he got into mountain biking and the difference it has made to his life . . . A bit about me I have always been a sporty person and for the majority of … Read more
What are my rights as a parent of a child in hospital?
Most parents would never wish to experience the fear and worry that accompanies seeing their child in hospital. Recent high profile cases have brought the conversation about parents rights into the public consciousness.