Pushy Parent Syndrome
Last night, I attended a seminar (for want of a better word) at Flea's school, where the teachers explained how the children are being taught to read. I was expecting something quite full on – this is a private...
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Competitions on blogs: who’s the real winner?
At 6.40pm last night, I logged on to Twitter, to see if anything interesting had happened while I was doing the bedtime routine. What struck me was how many of the recent Tweets related to competitions. Scrolling down to see...
Read MoreThings I could have bought instead of school uniform
This Thursday, Flea will join the reception class at her school. Being an organised, professional sort of Mummy, obviously I chose today (Tuesday) to go and buy her school uniform. Fortunately, Flea attended the pre-school...
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Starting school tips for summer babies
Today I wanted to share some starting school tips for summer babies. Having an August baby myself,...
Read MoreThe Other Mothers
It’s bad news, I’m afraid. I’m raising a freak. An Other Mother told me this recently, and I’m sure she’s right. She has manicured nails, highlighted hair, a cleaner and a husband, and is therefore almost certainly better than...
Read MoreThe Magic of Motherhood.
We were in the car driving through Windermere yesterday when Flea suddenly shouted: "Look Mummy, that lady looks just like you!" I wasn't really paying attention – I was far too excited at just having...
Read MoreEverything you wanted to know about me and Flea – by Flea
It’s been a week since we launched our new blog, and we’re so excited – over 1,000 visitors! Amazing. I feel a responsibility to be entertaining now I know I have an audience,...
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Quick Breakfast Idea #1: Cereal in a Cup
Breakfast in a cup as a quick breakfast idea. Totally normal, right? So, you know those things...
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