With climate change firmly on the agenda, it’s never too early to use children’s books to teach young ones about the environment. Natalie Newman’s new book Lark The Shark reveals just how precious our planet is and has some eco-friendly tips on how we can all make a difference. Nicky Gould’s book Dave Explores The Great Outdoors also explores why it’s important for children to spend time outside. Lark The…
Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Wonderbly. All opinions are our own. Personalised books are a really special gift to give children at any time of year, but unwrapping one on Christmas morning is always that little bit more exciting. Story-telling plays a big part in our lives and I love to support new authors with their children’s picture books. As an aspiring new author myself (currently writing my first children’s…
DISCLAIMER: This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com on behalf of Mars Fishcare and the API brand. Tropical fish brought unexpected excitement and challenges for our family this year, especially with the Persian tradition of welcoming a new pet fish during Nowruz. Catch of the Day Our aquarium story began with a mission to find vibrant tropical fish for little C, who was eagerly awaiting their arrival post-lockdown. The catch? We…
DISCLAIMER: This supplement journey is my personal chronicle, and while it’s a collaborative post, the love for Pharma Nord products is all mine! Being a new mum over 40, I initially embarked on a supplement journey to ramp up my health game before entering motherhood. Enter Q10 – my energy superhero. Little C, my bundle of joy, turned my world upside down, emphasising the need for boundless energy. Yet, my…
Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post. However, all opinions are our own. Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Yorkshire, The Burgoyne Hotel beckoned us with promises of a gourmet getaway just before the world hit pause due to the pandemic. Our love for weekend escapes collided with the reality of parenthood, but this haven, formerly known as Hill House, proved that even with a pint-sized explorer in tow, culinary delights and…
Recently, our little Persian family embarked on a car journey with the promise of shirini-filled (sweet-filled) goodness awaiting us at Yorkshire’s Inspired Chocolate. Now, let me share the details of our fun-filled family day out before we headed to our cosy weekend retreat at The Burgoyne Hotel. Getting There: The Hunt for Shokolaat (Chocolate) Our cocoa-filled mission from Newcastle Upon Tyne wasn’t a walk in the park. After a few…
After two housebound staycations, I had promised Little C that as soon as lockdown ended, we’d head to the Northumberland coast for an adventure. While some castles were closed and other places were booked up online, it wasn’t easy to find somewhere that would live up to Cyrus’s expectations. Lovely Day Out We had initially visited Dunstanburgh Castle, a 40-minute drive from our home in Newcastle. While it was a…
