Thursday, 30 August 2018
5 Tips To Prepare Parents For School Life
For us the fun of the school run starts next week but as I recently went self-employed we've got into a bit of a relaxed routine.
Sleeping in later, getting to nursery when we feel like it and faffing around a lot!
We need to be organised and get into a routine! As a family we get a bit lazy and forgetful if we aren't sticking to a plan and schedule, so I'm getting organised ready for commencing the school run next week!
All my other school posts have been about preparing the kids but this post is for preparing us grown-ups! So, here are 5 things you can do to be prepared for school life!
1. Label clothes
Have you been so busy buying uniform and PE kit that you've forgotten the all important labelling? It's not too late! I used a stamp from Stamptastic, which I love but if you've not got time to order one have a look in your local school uniform shops for iron on labels. Many of them offer a service where they'll print your labels whilst you wait. Failing that a simple Sharpie or pen offer a quick fix!
Tuesday, 28 August 2018
5 Budget Garden Activities
Entertaining children during the school holidays, or anytime for that matter, can be pricey.
If you're on a budget or simply don't fancy the stress of taking the kids out, I've put together five activities that are cheap and entertaining!
So, standby for some budget fun!!!
1. Bubbles
Sunday, 26 August 2018
Return To Wray Castle
Unbelievably it's been over a year
since we first visited Wray Castle. On our first visit we were really impressed
by how child friendly it was. With it's baby and parent room, Peter Rabbit
Adventure and soft play, Wray Castle makes visiting a historic place easy.
But nearly two years on does it
still offer a happy kid friendly adventure?
Friday, 24 August 2018
Tips On Moving Overseas With Children
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Are you planning on moving abroad in the near future?
Are you planning on moving abroad in the near future?
There are many different reasons why families decide to move
overseas. For some families it's for a better life for the children and for
some it's a new job. No matter the reason for moving abroad, the whole process
has to be done carefully, especially when children are involved.
Wednesday, 22 August 2018
Getting Crafty With Printkick
Gifted
Here at Mummy Snowy Owl we love crafting. Whether it be for grown-ups or kids, we love to be creative.
Here at Mummy Snowy Owl we love crafting. Whether it be for grown-ups or kids, we love to be creative.
Whether it be making something
from scratch or a bit of colouring in we try and put some time aside each day
to get crafty.
This isn't always easy though
and not everyone wants to start making a spaceship out of toilet rolls when
they get home from a day at work. If your budget allows though, the easy way
around this is to buy kits and sets to help you get creative.
Places like Printkick offer a wide range of
colouring kits including backpacks, fridge magnets and books, as well as mini
brain teaser games.
I was recently gifted a box
full of their goodies! Take a look at what was inside! This is just a small sample of what Printkick have to offer.
Monday, 20 August 2018
Bug & Bee Home
Some items gifted for competition entry.
Bees and bugs are important to our gardens. Many of us know that bees help us
pollinate our flowers and crops and bugs feed the birds and small animals like
hedgehogs.
It’s easy to tempt little creatures into your garden. They
simply need a warm and welcoming environment!
This easy to do bug and bee home craft involves recycled and natural items,
making it even better for the planet!
Saturday, 18 August 2018
How To Bag An Electrical Bargain!
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Making large purchases can be a bit scary, especially when it comes to appliances or technology. There’s a lot to take into consideration and you’ll want to make sure you’re getting the best deal for your money.
Making large purchases can be a bit scary, especially when it comes to appliances or technology. There’s a lot to take into consideration and you’ll want to make sure you’re getting the best deal for your money.
Do you want to make sure you’re getting the right item for a
decent price? Here’s my top tips!
Decide what you want!
This sounds obvious but if you want a fridge, is that all
you want? Do you want a fridge freezer? Do you want an ice maker? If you want a
washer, do you want a washer dryer? Should it come with a child lock and a
timer?
Thursday, 16 August 2018
Making Moving Home A Little Less Stressful
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Are you about to move house? Are you preparing to uproot your entire life and move across a street, town, city or maybe the country to make a new home elsewhere? When you've got a family take care of at the same time though, its a lot harder to do than some people realise, but it doesn't have to be an impossible feat.
Monday, 13 August 2018
Living DNA
Gifted
Family history and your ancestry can open up a door to the past that you didn't know existed.
Tracking your ancestry through resources like birth, marriages and death records though can be costly and time consuming. You can sometimes only get so far and if you have a common surname there can be some stumbling blocks too! An alternative to the official records is an obituary search, which can often give you more information than just knowing when your ancestor died. For instance, you can find out how they lived, loved, and how they were remembered too.
This is where DNA testing can help. A simple swab can give you a deep insight into your family tree. Living DNA goes deeper than any other company I've ever come across and can breakdown ancestry to 80 worldwide regions including 21 within the UK.
Saturday, 11 August 2018
Summer Spotters
Here in the UK we have had a super hot summer but the nights will
soon start to draw in and the weather will cool. Before the fun in the sun is
all over though here's a little activity for the kids, Summer Spotters!
This is an ideal activity if you're going on a long journey or
just want something that is free to do!
So, can you spot the 10 signs of summer?
1. Clear skies and sunshine!
The UK summer isn't all clouds and rain, can you spot a clear sky
and sunshine?
Thursday, 9 August 2018
Keeping The Cost Of The Family Holiday As Low As Possible
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Summer vacations and holidays with the family are not cheap, are they?
It's not just the cost of the vacation to think about, but also the spending money for when you are there, the holiday clothes and accessories, as well as the toiletries you'll need.
Tuesday, 7 August 2018
South Lakes Safari Zoo
Based in Cumbria, South Lakes Safari Zoo offers an experience different to many other zoos! Walk around many areas of the zoo and the animals will walk alongside you! Without fences!!
Sunday, 5 August 2018
Lemon Curd Cupcakes
My husband is a huge fan of lemon cake. Unfortunately though, due to a strange allergy I have, lemon cake is something we rarely have in the house.
Back in May when I attended BlogOn, a bloggers conference, we were gifted a pouch of the Cake Angels lemon icing and when I got home my husband's eyes lit up! He's waited a while but I've finally got round to making some lemon cake!
You'll see from the recipe that there's no lemon zest or juice and that's so I can avoid handling it. I went with lemon curd as an alternative and easy option for lemon flavouring.
These are the results and according to my husband they are the best cakes I've made! EVER!!! I will admit I had some help from our 4 year old though!
Friday, 3 August 2018
Cost-effective Alternatives To Wood Flooring
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For many people the height of interior design comes with the elegance of wood flooring. Whether you prefer a contemporary style or a more traditional decor for your home, wooden wooden floors can make all the difference.
There's no denying though that buying wood flooring can be very expensive!
Wednesday, 1 August 2018
3 School Prep Activities
It's already August and the new school year is just around the corner! For many of us it will be the first ever year of education for our children as they head into Reception class.
My last post about getting ready for Reception, Preparing Your Child For School, was quite popular so I thought I'd do another!
These activities are aimed at helping your little one be ready and maybe a little more confident for starting school.
1. Writing and recognising their name
As I mentioned in my last post, teachers, teaching assistants and nursery staff have all told me that it's ideal if a child can write and pick out their name. That way they can name their work, sign themselves in on a registration board and pick out their school jumper from a pile.
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