Nearly half [49%] of mums have debts from one to 20 thousand pounds, with one in 10 shouldering debts of over twenty thousand pounds, according to new research from workingmums.co.uk which shows that 90% of mums in work have not had a salary rise in line with inflation*. workingmums.co.uk ’s annual survey lifts the lid on the harsh financial times that mums are trapped in, some with debts of...
With the rules that govern modern society relaxing faster than ever before, you’d be forgiven for thinking that the stereotypically conservative Brit was a thing of the past.
But, according to a new survey,1 they’re still very much in the present. The study, carried out by sexual wellness experts Sinful , revealed that a shocking 40% of us rarely or NEVER talk about sex, desires or...
Respite care is a form of short-term assistance where your elderly relative can live in a care home on a temporary basis. Stays usually last between two weeks and a few months, depending on their needs. They are designed to help people recuperate after a surgery, recover from an illness, or in other similar situations. It’s not always easy to make the decision to move into a care home, even...
If you’re struggling to think of ways to entertain the kids without breaking the bank, you are not alone. Many parents, especially in today’s economic climate, have a sense of dread as it nears the time for school holidays. How can you keep the kids busy without spending too much money?
Nowadays there is an even greater sense of urgency to help the future generations appreciate the...
A bereavement is a difficult thing to deal with. If you were especially close to the deceased, then it might be especailly traumatic. While everyone contends with greif in their own way, there are a few things that just about everyone can benefit from, while they’re coming to terms with their loss.
Taking Time Out
For many, it’s impossible to come to terms with what’s happened if you...
Up to three-quarters of children between the age of two and ten are scared of the dark, and surprising hair-raising hotspots in their bedroom, including bedside tables, wardrobes,
and mirrors, can intensify the problem.
Experts can now reveal that simple décor changes, such as swapping for a loft bed or furniture with rounded edges, could help eliminate bedtime nightmares...
Gradually start tweaking your child’s bedtime TONIGHT
Gradually moving your child’s bedtime will be far easier than trying to do it on the night before school starts. So, as it’s two weeks before the school term starts for most children, start tonight and move it back by 10 minutes each night. By Sunday night, your child will have a bedtime that is 60 minutes earlier and will,...
In the United States, there were 54.1 million residents who were 65 years old and older in the 2019 Census.
We love our elderly dearly, but the truth is that our country just isn't set up to take care of them. If you're looking at the possibility of caring for an aging parent or loved one and you live far away, then you might be considering hiring a live-in care provider.
The18th August marks the annual A-Level result day, when thousands of students find out whether they’ve been accepted into university, onto their desired apprenticeship scheme, or into work.
The following week, GCSE students go through the same process, ready to make a decision about if they progress with higher education, or head into the workplace.
Encourage your child’s natural curiosity by implementing different types of family activities into your routine to help boost their passion for learning.
Coding
Teaching your child how to code is almost like teaching them a whole new language. This enforces communication and logical thinking skills whilst allowing their creativity to flow.