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Hi, I’m Carly, and this is my corner of the internet dedicated to real parenting, thrilling family travel, health and beauty and vibrant family lifestyle. As a mum to two energetic daughters, 11 and 13, I’m passionate about their education (without being a homeschooling mum!). Our family loves to explore, from the stunning Yorkshire Dales to global adventures. Originally from Southern Africa, we’ve made the UK our beloved home and can’t wait to share our journey with you.
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25 Awesome Childhood Games We Played As Kids
It's time we taught our kids to play the childhood games we played as kids! I don’t know about you, but my mom always told us to "go and play outside". Our parents did not entertain us - I mean, do we need to be entertaining our kids all the
Should You Quit Your Job To Be A Stay-At-Home Mom? 20 Things To Consider First.
If you're considering quitting your job to be a stay-at-home mom, this article discusses the pros and cons of being a stay-at-home parent.
What a Strong Performing Arts Programme Does for a Child’s Confidence
Ask any parent what they most want for their child and confidence usually sits near the top of the list. It rarely arrives by accident. For a lot of children, it grows quietly in rehearsal rooms, on stage and in the shared nerves of an opening night. Here are the
Staying Informed About Your Child’s School Life Without Hovering
There is a quiet worry that follows a lot of parents around: if I am not on top of every detail, am I letting my child down? It is an easy trap to fall into, especially when school life feels like a world your child disappears into each morning and
Exam Stress Is Normal — But It Does Not Have to Be Overwhelming
If you have ever watched your child slump over a revision guide, sighing at the very sight of it, you already know that exam season affects the whole household. Parents worry too. And in that worry, a lot of well-meaning myths get passed around, some of which quietly make things
Does Learning Music Actually Help Your Child’s Grades?
Every parent has weighed up the value of music lessons at some point. The recorder squawks, the piano scales, the cost of a good teacher. Is it all worth it when there's homework to be done and exams on the horizon? The short answer is yes, and the reasons are
Girls Together: The Quiet Power of Single-Sex Learning
When people picture a single-sex school, they often imagine something old-fashioned. The reality is far more interesting. For many girls, learning alongside other girls quietly removes a set of everyday pressures they might not even be able to name. Here are six ways that environment shapes how girls think, speak
