SCHOOLS OUT FOR THE SUMMER: HOW TO SAVE ENERGY WITH KIDS HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
While energy bills are generally lower in the summer months, there are ways to make sure costs stay as low as possible when children stay home for the school holidays.
Uswitch.com , the comparison and switching service, is offering households tips on how to keep energy bills down.
Family law expert shares 6 tips to help parents navigate the challenges of international travel with children after a divorce this summer
Recent data from the ONS shows that the number of divorces has been increasing over the last few years. The divorce rate in the United Kingdom is estimated at 42%, with 113,505 divorces granted in England and Wales in 2021, compared to 103,592 divorces in...
Summer is finally here, which means it's time to head outdoors to bask in the sunshine and enjoy the beauty of nature. Whether you're off to your local park or visiting somewhere new, there's no better way to enjoy the summer sun than with a picnic. In fact, despite the popularity of BBQs, a quarter of Brits prefer a picnic ( YouGov ). If you'll be heading outside for a bit of alfresco dining...
We all remember our first bike ride. The feeling of excitement and freedom! Soon enough, cycling through cobbled streets or escaping to the countryside on your own opened a whole new world. Here at Bobbin we have a few stories to tell… We are often asked how long it takes to learn a skill like bike riding. As every child is different, it can take as little as 45 minutes up to a couple of...
As kids get ready to break up for summer, many families will be searching for tips and tricks to keep young children entertained for less during the long break. Jo Middleton, author, podcaster and blogger at Slummy Single Mummy has shared her quirky recipe for a well-known jammie biscuit that parents can use to spend quality time with their children AND enjoy a tasty snack – for just 10p per...
Last month, I went to the funeral of a much loved former colleague. It was an achingly sad event but I was so struck by the huge number of photos the family had. Photos of recent days and childhood, and everything in between. Some were beautifully composed ‘quality’ pictures, some were slightly blurred ‘snaps', but all were memories of happy times gone by and all made me smile at the memories...
Balancing Business and Personal workloads to create a memorable summer break.
The summer holidays are fast approaching and although they bring joy and excitement to children across the UK, for parents who run their own businesses it can be a very stressful time trying to juggle both business and work commitments along with spending time as a family making memories. As a mum of 2...
HP study finds climate crisis is changing parental decisions on purchasing, careers and even family size
· New research from HP reveals 91% of parents are concerned about climate change, with a majority indicating the crisis has even impacted their perspective on having more children.
· Study reveals most parents are looking for companies to take action on climate change and are...
Two-thirds (66%) share that becoming a parent has at times taken a toll on their mental well-being
· A survey* commissioned by CALPOL®, as part of their “Don’t Bottle It Up” campaign with the NSPCC Helpline, found that whilst there are many joys of being a parent, parents also experience challenges. Almost one third (31%) admit they didn’t feel like they had enough resources and support...
Make the Most of Your Boot Space During a Long Car Trip with These Top Tips
When you don’t live local to family members and loved ones, road trips are an absolute must when you want to spend time with them. Perhaps they’re in the next town over, or maybe the opposite side of the country; it’s important you have a process that’s as simple as jumping in the car and zooming off to visit them....
