We had a rare teacher training day this week, so, along with some friends, we decided to pack up a picnic, our bikes, and a change of clothes and head out to the River Dart Country Park for the day.
Location
Nestled within the stunning Dartmoor National Park, the River Dart Country Park is conveniently located just half an hour from Exeter, easily accessible off the A38. For those of...
Can you build a train track to get your passenger to their destination?
Our train track has always been a big hit in our house, and I love to find ways to keep it interesting and engaging. Over Christmas we were sent a Nintendo Switch game called Tracks , which is all about building a train track in video game form, and it gave me some inspiration for how I can spice up our everyday train...
World Book Day has crept up on me this year (It is Thursday 6th March for those of you who also haven't clocked it) and as with most years I feel a bit flustered trying to get something organised.
My children are a bit older now (10 and 8) and don't generally enjoy playing with dressing up clothes, so I refuse to go and spend over £20 on an outfit that will be worn once then put back...
If your little one is anything like my 8-year-old daughter, then makeup is probably already on their radar. My daughter is obsessed with all things beauty and fashion (which is equal parts really cute and terrifying!). She loves playing with children’s makeup palettes, but I’m not overly keen on her putting them on her delicate skin just yet.
We’ve just got back from an amazing few days in the Brecon Beacons , staying at the super cosy Middle Bridge Cottage ( Locally known as Pontganol Cottage)! If you’re looking for a family-friendly spot that ticks all the boxes (and makes life easy with kids and a dog in tow), this is the one.
Easter Baskets are really popular for Toddlers at the moment, but they are also great for bigger children. For older kids, you can get more creative and interactive with your Easter baskets! Here’s how to build one that will delight and entertain them long after the egg hunt is over.
🥚 C hildren’s Easter Basket Basics:
A colorful wicker basket or even a reusable tote bag (
Easter baskets for toddlers are all about cute, safe, and sensory fun and they are really popular at the moment! Here at The Parenting Daily we have put together a great guide on how you can create a toddler-friendly Easter basket that’s full of excitement (without all the sugar overload).
If your new family member is due in February this year, you may be looking for some Valentine's Day inspiration for a name. We have come up for 10 Valentines-Themed baby boy names so you don't have to, and we have even given you the name meaning and some suggestions for middle names (as this is super important too!). If you are looking for some Valentines-themed girl names we have also...
With Valentine's Day fast approaching many expectant parents will be scouring baby name lists to try and find the perfect name for their new addition. For those of you who want to seek inspiration for names from the time of year, we have compiled a list of 10 Valentine's themed baby names for girls, with the name meaning.
Having been through the baby naming process myself a few times...
There’s a reason the saying “it takes a village to raise a child” has been passed down for generations. Parenting is one of the most rewarding journeys, but it’s also full of challenges that can sometimes feel overwhelming. This is where community parenting comes in—a concept that emphasizes the power of building a support network to share the joys and struggles of raising children.
As my son approaches the age of ten, I am very aware that life is starting to become a bit harder for him in terms of pressure and competition. The sports he has enjoyed up until now have been just for fun or a bit of friendly competition, whereas now there are proper squads, tournaments, and league tables. School has been learning in fun ways, lovely school plays, and a great place to try...
Our evenings can be super busy in the week, with lots of after-school activities and kids' sports, and finding time to cook a healthy family meal can be a challenge! For those of you (like me) who haven’t fully converted to the air fryer craze, the slow cooker might just be your new best friend!
Choosing what we eat every night is quite possibly my worst part of being an adult! So...
