LOSING WEIGHT JUST BY EXERCISING – IS IT POSSIBLE?
By James Staring, Fit to Last You have kids, and you love them, but they can mess with your eating habits – well, that leftover bit of pizza will only end up in the bin and if they’re having a packet of crisps, why not have one yourself? But you could offset all that with
What parents can learn from raising a pet with their kids
Pets make a wonderful addition to any family, but they can be especially important for children who are still learning about the responsibilities of caring for another living thing. Caring for a pet teaches kids responsibility, empathy and compassion. They learn responsibility by taking on the daily tasks of feeding and bathing their pet, and
Spring Fun-Fairs
www.irvinleisure.com Whilst English funfairs are traditionally held around Christian holy days such as Christmas, Easter and Whitsun, Irvin Leisure has expanded its calendar to include the festivals of other faiths, as well as secular commemorations like Windrush Day, Indian Independence Day and the Independence Day of Pakistan. This is a business run by a family
tonies® Partners with National Autistic Society Ahead of World Autism Acceptance Week
tonies® – the leading audio platform for children – is delighted to announce a partnership with the National Autistic Society to help amplify the incredible work they do to support autistic children in the UK. At least one in 100 people are autistic which means more than 700,000 people in the UK. In celebration of
Look forward to a Spring break in the Test Valley
Enjoy the signs of Spring in wonderful gardens, learn a new skill, get back to nature with forest bathing, go wine tasting, fish on the famous River Test, treat yourself to unique glamping or a hotel stay and much more…. Now is a great time to look forward to a Spring break away. Get out
New Forest Cycling, and with Dogs.
Dogs in New Forest On our recent trip to the New Forest, www.thenewforest.co.uk, in Hampshire, staying at Green Hill Farm Holiday Village, we took the dogs. It is brilliant and natural that the dogs love it there too. We did want to be careful about wildlife with the deer, but especially ponies and donkeys roaming
Green Hill Farm Holiday Village
This is an excellent base for exploring the New Forest. Green Hill Farm Holiday Village is perfect for families wanting to enjoy life’s simple pleasures. Situated in a peaceful area of woodland, with a gate giving you direct access to the forest. The location is perfect for exploring the many quaint villages and market towns. The
The Mole Resort luxury hotel and lodges coming to Devon
L+R Hotels has launched The Mole Resort as the latest venture in a portfolio which spans the UK, Continental Europe, the US and the Caribbean, in many of the world’s most sought-after locations. Coming to Devon in Summer 2023, The Mole Resort is a luxury lodge resort destination set in 125 acres of countryside next
MOKEE’S WOOLLY NEST
Designed in the simple Scandi look, Mokee’s nursery furniture and accessories offer parents stylish solutions for their babies’ nurseries at competitive prices without having to compromise on quality. Moses baskets are perfect for newborn babies to get their much needed sleep. Whether it’s in the nursery, or placed around the home, they are the ultimate
Overcoming Separation Anxiety
Leaving Your Baby for the First Time Baby separation anxiety is a real struggle for many parents. When the moment comes to leave your baby for the first time, your motherly instinct kicks in. “Would my baby be safe?”, “What if something happens, and I’m not there?”, “Is my baby sad right now?” are only
LGBT+ History Month
FREE educational digital download is available now and to anyone from individuals to schools, academies, parents, communities, and individuals Young people hoped to join in the specialist month that drives positive education, builds awareness, and aims for inclusivity One of the UK’s largest LGBT+ youth charities is launching a free resource ahead of LGBT+ History
Aldi’s Baby & Toddler Event
Shoppers can buy a new-born essential ‘starter pack’ for under £150 New year, new baby? Aldi’s popular Baby & Toddler Event is returning with all the essentials for new-parents and parents-to-be costing less than £150. Available to pre-order online from 8th January and in-stores from 12th January, the event offers big savings for expecting parents
Four-year Autistic Pupil-Centred Study
Autistic young people’s experiences of mainstream education help shape guidance for schools and parents York St John University publishes four-year pupil-centred study. Researchers at York St John University have published the results of a four-year study exploring what it’s like to move to mainstream secondary school as an autistic young person. The insightful and sometimes
Healthy New Year’s Resolutions
As the new year approaches, it is time again to think about what resolutions we would like to make going forward. Whether these are health-conscious resolutions aimed at setting us up for a good year or simply learning something new, having a resolution can give you an aim for the coming year and bring about
Shire Horse Magical Carriage Rides
Are you looking to start a new Christmas tradition? One that involves horses, crisp air and some magic? Then I would thoroughly recommend Richmond Park’s Operation Centaur carriage rides. Travel in a traditional carriage drawn by two rare, majestic, grey Shire horses (there are fewer than 200 grey Shires in the world*) upon a six-person
Christmas Party Hair
Love it or hate it, the Christmas party season is upon us. So let’s give your hair the much needed TLC. We’ve tested Philip Kingsley’s Bond Builder range, which repairs dry and damaged hair from within. Hair structure is made up of layers, so repair needs to help inside the cortex, and to protect against
Have Yourself a Shark Christmas
This Christmas, more than ever, I’d recommend adults have practical presents. Not wanting to sound like a housewife from the 50s, but how about a nice vacuum- please! Anything to make my life easier and give me more time to enjoy myself. When it comes to gift giving, it’s easy to fall into the trap
BEWARE OF OLD SHOES
By Christophe Champs, expert in Biomechanics and founder of PODO Clinic Shoes are not like children – we’re allowed to have favourites. But you need to be careful not to let fondness for your footwear get in the way of ensuring your feet are looked after. And not just your feet. Shoes are our body’s
National Career Development Month – 7 ways to progress up the career ladder
Since 1967, the National Career Development Association has promoted November as National Career Development Month. The goal of the month is to improve career development, regardless of what stage in your working life you are at. It’s a time for everyone to focus on their choices and where they see themselves in the future. Career