Managing Grief After The Death Of A Loved One

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. Nobody wants to think about losing a loved one, yet it happens to everyone, and it can be difficult to know what to do when it occurs. There is a lot to think about and do, from notifying the right authorities to dealing with financial issues, trying to wrap your head around the cost of probate, and talking to children about what has happened.  However, when the first shock has worn off and the funeral and all of the practicalities, such as organsing the executor of will, have been completed, you may feel bewildered.…

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How To Afford The University Life

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. If your child is off to university and you are concerned that they enjoy it as much as possible, one of the things that you might in particular want to think about is how they are going to afford it all as a lifestyle. Most students struggle at least a little, and it’s the kind of thing that can be surprisingly difficult to get right. Because of that, you might need to help them a little with how to approach it. In this post, we are going to take a look at how someone…

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Magical Memories: Making Childhood Special For Kids

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. Childhood is such an important time; we know from studying psychology that the early years of a person’s life can really make or break them. Right from birth the subconscious is developing, and it’s this part of the brain which later speaks to the conscious mind and impacts our adult behaviour. While certain personality elements are genetic, much of the way we think and interact with the world is determined by the early experiences we have. It doesn’t mean your children have to have the ‘perfect’ childhood but it does mean that it’s important,…

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How to Make Incredible Memories With Your Family

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. This year, more than ever, it’s important to make incredible memories with your family. It’s safe to say that a lot of stress on everyone in life and spending quality time with your loved ones can help reduce some of that tension. Luckily, there are plenty of fun activities that the whole family can enjoy together. Keep reading for some tips on how to make incredible memories with your family. Bonding More Closely With Your Family The last few years have been a tough one for everyone. From the worldwide pandemic to social unrest…

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How to Encourage Your Child’s Maturity and Independence

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. When you’re a parent, you obviously want to protect your child for as long as you possibly can. And those feelings never really go away. But at the same time, you need to balance those instincts with what’s actually best for your child and what’ll result in them becoming the best adults later on. That means encouraging them to be mature and even a little more independent as they grow up. Here’s how to do that. Find Chores for Them First of all, you can start to find chores for them that are appropriate…

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