Keep Your Kids Occupied All Day Long: Tips and Tricks
Sometimes, you need a whole back catalogue of tricks up your sleeve to keep your kids busy. This could be for any reason; you have a lot of work to do at home, you’ve got somebody coming round to fix the boiler, or it could just be raining. Whatever the reason you need a whole […]
The Essential Guide to Teaching Your Kids About the Internet
The newest generation of parents is those who grew up with the internet. It’s been a constant presence in their lives since they were young, even if they started using the web in the age of dial-up. And even slightly older parents usually feel like they’re comfortable and familiar with the internet. Although they might […]
A Newbie’s Guide To Restoring And Archiving Old Photographs
Every family will have some old and cherished photos taken many generations ago. As time goes on, these pictures will get subject to damage from the sun, people mishandling them and so forth. Eventually, these photos will no longer look as good as they did the day they got taken. For the most part, people […]
Top Tips For Getting Your Kids Out In The Fresh Air
If your kids are like the millions around the globe who love nothing more than slouching around playing video games, you may be wondering what you can do to get them more active. While there are hundreds of great games that have a lot of educational value, nothing beats a good dose of fresh air […]
6 Natural Remedies For Treating A Cold
The family and I took a pre-christmas break to Centre Parcs. We enjoyed seeing it all covered in snow, meeting Father Christmas and his reindeer in his grotto and taking in a panto. The holiday was great and just what you need to relax yourself before the main event. However, on the last day, the […]
Healthy And Fun Family Living
Health and fun. These are two words that we want to ensure that our children understand. Ensuring that our children grow up as healthily as possible and have lots of fun in the process is every parent’s goal. I’ll be the first to admit that I am a soft touch, my children get a chocolate […]
New Year’s Resolutions: Things Every Dad Should Do In 2015
As Christmas is over, it is time to start looking ahead to what 2015 has in store. If you have yet to make some resolutions, it is time to start right now. Sometimes, time seems to slip through your fingers. If you don’t take a moment to stop and think about what you want from […]
Fussy Eaters? How To Make Mealtimes Simple For You And Your Kids
We all know that kids can be a handful from time to time. One of the hardest parts of the day tends to be mealtimes. When children don’t want to eat something, it can be an absolute nightmare. When you are trying to settle your kids down so that they will eat, you might find […]
Top Video Games Of 2014: What Have You Been Missing?
2014 was one heck of an exciting year for the gaming world. The PlayStation 4 and Xbox Once consoles started to pick up speed after their 2013 launch and there was also some fantastic advancements in games as well. Outlined below are some of my favourite games of 2014. The following are ‘adult’ games, in that, most are […]
How To Fit In Exercise When You Have A Young Family
When caring for your young children it is often difficult to find the time to take care of yourself. One of the first things that many people push aside in order to make time with their family is exercise. Many justify this by explaining that with all the running after their kids that they do, […]
Easy Ways To Make Your Kids Love Science
It is hard to make kids take an interest in science. Many think that everything science-related is boring and difficult to understand. It doesn’t have to be. Science is all around us. If you want, you can help your kids to learn to love science. There are many cool things that you can do at home […]
3 of the Best Theme Parks That Thrill Seekers Will Love
Dad’s love to thrill seek. When it comes to amusements and theme parks, you need to make sure that you are maximising your thrills. The great thing about the UK is that it has some of the world’s best theme parks. Whether you take the kids with you or not, you are sure to find […]
7 Awesome Things To Do With Your Kids During The Holidays
December is one of the best months of the entire year. Kids go crazy in December, because there are loads of fun holiday things to do. As a parent, you are going to struggle to keep up with your kids this season. If you feel like it is about time to get into the holiday […]
LeapTV Party – My Children’s First Games Console
Games not only have the power to entertain but to educate. Despite the press saying the contrary, I believe playing video games have an array of benefits such as improved motor control, awareness of 3D space, increased problem solving ability, and improved reaction times to name but a few. Whilst many mainstream games have not […]
Software Review: Photo Story Deluxe 2014 | PC
Photostory 2014 Deluxe is a fantastic slideshow creation tool with over 100 transition effects, 500 pieces of music and sound effects and an array of useful tools to give it creative flair. Going into this review my exceptions were pretty low, partly due to the cost and also being used to using the Adobe suite […]
Tech Review: STM Skinny Pro iPad Mini Cover
Prevention is better than a cure… I have a trail of smashed and cracked iPhones and tables in my wake and despite having gadget insurance; this is used only in an emergency. The best way to keep your precious gadget in perfect working order is to cover it. I was lucky enough to be sent […]
Tech Review: Mu-so by Naim | Simple Design, Stunning Sound
The Mu-so is the first tentative step by the illustrious Naim into the wireless speaker market. Naim, who have a long standing history in the Hi-Fi world, is also the stereo of choice for the luxury car company Bentley and have been crafting in-car music systems for them since 2008. The wireless speaker market has […]
What To Buy Video Game Loving Children This Christmas
With Christmas just around the corner, the kids will want to stock up on their gaming gear. Maybe they’re a first timer and they want to use Christmas to get started. Perhaps they’re an experienced gamer and they just want to add to the collection. Whatever the reason, Christmas is the time for games. It […]
Top Children’s Games this Christmas
When it comes to child-friendly video games this Christmas, you are spoilt for choice. Depending on the age and inclination of your child, there is myriad of different games across the different platforms. So whether you like the furious thumb action of Disney Infinity, waving a wand in Sofia the First or busting-a-groove on one […]
4 Top Tips For Raising Cash For Your Children’s Club
When you’ve finally convinced your son or daughter to take up that extra activity or sport, you probably feel a huge sense of relief. You’ve signed them up. They’ve got the kit, and they’re ready to leave your side to learn something new. You leave them at the club with a big smile on your […]
Gaming Party With The LeapTV
Games not only have the power to entertain but to educate. Despite the press saying the contrary, I believe playing video games have an array of benefits such as improved motor control, awareness of 3D space, increased problem solving ability, and improved reaction times to name but a few. Whilst many mainstream games have not […]
Unboxing: Leapfrog’s LeapTV [Video]
The LeapTV from Leapfrog is a small, cartridge based, games console, specifically designed for toddlers and small children. The new gadget focuses on bot entertainment and education and has over 100 educator-approved games in the pipeline. The game controllers are designed for children’s hands and offer simplicity as well as variation. The controller can be transformed into a ‘wand’ for games such […]
Simple and Healthy Desserts the Whole Family Will Enjoy
Creating food that the whole family enjoys can be a struggle. However, the following desserts are guaranteed crowd pleasers. They are also healthy, meaning you don’t have to feel guilty when you set to work preparing them. Fruit dipped in sugar-free chocolate One fantastic option is to prepare fruit dipped in sugar-free chocolate. Sugar free […]
Have Fun and Stay Busy: Teach Your Kids to Draw
Teaching kids to draw is so much fun for everybody involved. It also gives you something productive to do when you’re feeling a little bored. Drawing will help your child to develop their creative skills, motor skills, and imagination. Drawing goes great along with subjects such as English, Maths, and Science. Teaching them this skill […]
Simple Ways to Cut the Risk of Sports Injuries
One of the depressing things about getting older is the fact that you can’t throw yourself across a squash court or hurtle around a football pitch with the same careless abandon you had as a teenager. If you want to stay out of A&E, you have to be more careful when it comes to your […]