DVD of the Birth: Weird or Wanted?

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This may be controversial to some, but there are people now who have decided to video the first moments of their child entering the world. For some people this is a beautiful experience which needs to be shared with loved ones, or to be treasured to watch again; for some people this is a traumatic [...]

Will You Bring an iPad or a Portable DVD Player on Your Next Family Road Trip?

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Family road trips can be extremely fun for the whole family, but the same can’t be said for the traveling portion of the trip. Sure, the excitement might be alive and well during the beginning of the ride, but after a while, the boredom will inevitably set in and there won’t be much else to [...]

Think outside the box this winter and recycle or upcycle unwanted household items

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Throwing away unwanted items in the home is no longer socially or environmentally responsible. Millions of people around the world could benefit from the items so carelessly discarded by others, whilst the environment isn’t helped as landfills swell to match the greed of consumers. There is a solution to both problems, of course, but it [...]

Freebies Galore For Mums

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After sifting through loads of sites, I have found the freebies which I think are the best and put them all here for you to use and abuse. Most require registering for newsletter etc, but that usually means you’ll get sent free samples and money off vouchers in the future!

Do You Donate To Charities That Put Plastic Bags Through Your Door?

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I seem to have at least one charity bag posted through the letterbox each week and have to admit I never use them for thie intention. I normally hand on the childrens clothes to friends so never have much waste as such.

Should kids watch TV? Should they have a TV in the bedroom?

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This debate is very two sided. My three eldest children do have a Tv in their bedroom. Along with the Xbox & Playstations. They often have an hour on the computer after school. They will also sometimes go and watch a DVD. Is this wrong?   Too much TV-watching can harm children’s ability to learn [...]