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Disadvantages of Homeschooling in the UK

While I am a big fan of homeschooling (check out why in this post on the Benefits of Homeschooling) like everything in life, it does have some downsides. If you’re considering home educating your child or children, below I’ve highlighted some key disadvantages of homeschooling as well as some ways you can overcome them. My […]

Featured Post: The Benefits of Homeschooling

Boy in yellow t-shirt lays on floor drawing, enjoying the benefits of homeschoolingNot every child is suited to school life. If you are considering homeschooling, here are some of the benefits you should take into account.

Baby Names

Baby Names

Finding the perfect name combination for your new baby is both fun and challenging. These posts will inspire you to find the perfect baby name for your little one.

Posts about Baby Names

Babies and Toddlers

Life with Babies and Toddlers

Life with babies and toddlers can be tough. in this section you'll find posts to reassure that it's OK if you're struggling as well as advice to make things easier.

Posts about Babies & Toddlers

Free Range Parenting

Free Range Parenting

Free Range Parenting is great for helping kids develop independence. In this section you'll find posts about playing out, dealing with boredom and raising Free Range Kids.

Posts about Free Range Parenting

Parenting Life & Humour

Parenting Life and Humour

Parenting can be both hard and humorous. In this section you'll find funny posts about life as a Mum as well as honest accounts of my struggles with parenthood.

Posts about Parenting Life

Featured Post: Separation Anxiety in Older Children

Helping anxious children cope with lockdownIf your son or daughter is still struggling to separate from you it can be hard. Read our suggestions for dealing with Separation Anxiety in Older children

Older Children

Life with Older Children

Life with older children presents a whole new load of challenges! In this section you'll find posts about school and learning, parenting and fun with older children.

Posts about Older Children

Work at Home Mum

Work at Home Mum Life

Working from home can fit well with the (seemingly endless) demands of parenting. This section includes tips on work at home mum life and advice on becoming one.

Posts about Work at Home Mum Life

Toddler Groups

All About Baby and Toddler Groups

Toddler groups are a staple in the life of many parents with babies and young children. This section contains posts on both attending and running toddler groups.

Posts about Toddler Groups

Process Art with Children

Process Art for Children

Process Art is a great way for children to get creative and even the youngest can create really attractive results. In this section you'll find process art projects to suit all ages.

Posts about Process Art

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A blog about trying to raise independent kids while retaining a sense of humour. Me: I’m Josie, a 43 year old introvert and former librarian. Them: My husband Chris, Boy Child who is 11 and Girl Child who is 9. The others: Hera the cat and Baxter the dog. Read More…

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