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Is Your Child Old Enough For A Smartphone? 5 Important Factors To Consider

Kids are so tech-literate these days and some parents give their child a smartphone when they’re incredibly young. But there are some parents who don’t like the idea of their child having a phone at all and make them wait until they’re in their late teens before letting them have one.  Source – Pixabay CCO License If you’re a parent, your kids are probably nagging you about getting a phone if they don’t have one already. They’ll tell you that everybody else at school has one and you’re being unfair by not letting them have one, so what should you …

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I’m Going To Be A Lockdown 3 Entrepreneur

Oh hello. This is a message from lockdown number 3764. Or at least that’s what it feels like. We all understand the underlying reason for the third lockdown. But that doesn’t mean it’s getting any more enjoyable. The first lockdown was a breath of fresh air, as we could spend more time with our loved ones at home. But right now, this is getting boring.  And boredom, as it happens, encourages us to dream of a new reality. What would you do if you could change your routine? While there’s still the hope of winning the lottery one day to …

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Adjusting To Having Teens In Your Home

Photo by Naassom Azevedo on Unsplash   We all know that our babies will one day grow up and become teengaers but sometimes we are not prepared for how quickly that comes around. It can be challenging when your child hits their teenage years, there are alot of hormones flying about and learning how to communicate with each other and co-live can be a tricky task. We have come up with some ways to help both you, your teenagers and the rest of the family adjust to growing teens.   Learn To Communicate Teens are full of hormones and it …

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Parenting Your Mum – How it Feels to be Part of the Sandwich Generation

Old age and being part of the sandwich generation

The Sandwich Generation is something I’d only vaguely understood. Until now… Today I posted on Instagram about how I’m really feeling. At lockdown 3, and entering month 12 of the Coronavirus pandemic I think a lot of people are feeling rather hopeless, and I’m no exception. I’m sad for all the loss – of lives, and of life in general. I feel despondent about how much longer this might go on for as we approach our second summer of restrictions. Where once I was resolute and stoical about it, I’m now joining the cries of “But it’s so unfair!” that …

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3 Reasons Why You Should Move to Ireland

Photo by Diogo Palhais on Unsplash   If you are considering moving abroad, you may not have given Ireland proper consideration, as you may be favouring countries that are known for brighter, warmer weather. Nevertheless, Ireland provides you and your family with everything you need in one place, presenting you with a unique range of opportunities from the moment you set foot in the country.   With that in mind, here are just some of the reasons why you should consider moving to Ireland (and what you need to do to achieve it).  A rich culture and warm community.    …

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What I’d do if I won the Lottery

bored at home in lockdown

Working from home is my comfortable place. I’m an introvert; I may put myself out there in bright colours, and I’m not afraid of the limelight, but deep down I get my energy from quiet time alone. So lockdown should be my friend, right?  Well, sort of. I loved the first lockdown – time with my family, space to really think about my business and plan the big changes I’d been putting off for decades. But now we’re onto lockdown 3 the joy of that time has worn of and honestly? I’m bored.  What I do when I’m bored Do …

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11 Ways to Stay Active In Lockdown

Pexels Whether you’re in the midst of a national lockdown or just hauling up at home to stay out of the way of COVID-19, staying active whilst staying at home isn’t easy. Add a teenager or two into the household, and it can feel almost impossible. However, it’s so important to stay active for your physical and mental health. So, if you’re looking for some inspiration or just a little nudge, hopefully, these tips and ideas will help you!  Set intentions  To get yourself motivated and really excited about getting active, try setting intentions for yourself and what you’d like …

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Activities To Do With Your Kids Over The Weekend

Pexels The weekends are an excellent opportunity to fit in some quality family time with your kids. They’ll love the chance to connect with you on a deeper level and have some fun too. The following activities will give you a few ideas of what you can do with your kids when you have a little free time over the weekend. It’s always wise to have a variety of ideas handy that you can turn to, depending on the weather and what mood you’re all in. No matter what you do, put your phone and work tasks away and be …

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Top 3 Reasons To Enjoy A UK Staycation Instead Of Going Abroad

Credit (CC0 License)   What’s the first thing that pops into your mind when planning a family holiday? For most of you, your mind starts wandering to all the viable destinations across Europe and the rest of the world. You’re thinking about where you and your family should visit, which sets you down the path of checking for flights and hotels. Well, what if you did things differently and chose to enjoy a UK staycation? This is where you enjoy everything the UK has to offer, meaning you can stay in your home country.  Already, some of you are dubious …

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Teaching Teens Finance

Photo by Breakingpic from Pexels The teenage years are the perfect time to instil the real-world financial lessons adults need to know. Getting this right can save your child a whole lot of mental health issues later in life. It can also save you the stress of worrying about them. With that in mind, here are some tips on teaching teens finance.   Make sure they understand credit scoring   As a minimum, your teenager needs to understand that their credit score can influence a lot more than their ability to get credit. For example, it can factor into whether …

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Building a Home? Top 7 Home Interior Design Tips

Building a home is one of the most rewarding milestones; however, it isn’t cheap. You had saved for down payments, property taxes, and homeowner’s insurance, you have used a housing loan calculator and knew how much mortgage you can take on: now your reward is your own home, but lightly furnished. Pixabay – CC0 License Every homeowner wants to create an inspiring interior design that makes an excellent first impression of their homes. There are so many elements to consider, from lighting options to the paint that works best for your rooms. Best Interior Design Tips Paint light and neutral …

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