Not A Frumpy Mum

Not A Frumpy Mum February 19, 2020

Things They Don’t Tell You About Motherhood…But You Need To Know

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. As a first time parent, every single person who has had a child in your life will give you advice. Some of it will be valuable (most of the time) and some of it will be outdated and not in line with the research of today. You will feel overwhelmed and awed at the advice given to you before you have your first baby, and it’s easy to get swept up in the feeling of drowning that comes with being a new parent. It’s scary and exhausting: you’re about to be hit by a…

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Not A Frumpy Mum February 12, 2020

Seven Fitness Tips For Busy Mums

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. Life as a mum can be very busy, with a lot of demands on your time no matter how old your children are. Finding the time to do much of anything for yourself can be a real challenge, and that includes finding the time to exercise. Taking care of yourself is important for anyone, but keeping fit will give you the energy to keep to with your children and sets a good example for them to see you taking your health and fitness seriously. If you’re struggling to fit a workout in around the…

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Not A Frumpy Mum February 5, 2020

4 Clever Tactics That Will Make Your Home Renovation Run Smoothly

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. There is no doubt that home renovations can be a stressful time. However, you will be happy to discover that there are some tactics you can use to ensure your renovation goes as smoothly as possible. Read on to find out what they are. Create a schedule of work. First of all, when it comes to home renovations, being organised and retaining some semblance of control can make all the difference. Of course, to be able to do this, you need to have some idea of what order things are meant to happen. Image…

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Not A Frumpy Mum February 4, 2020

Keeping Sleepless Nights At Bay: Tips For Parents

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. Sleepless nights are part and parcel of life when you have young children, but what happens if you have older kids that can’t sleep? A lack of sleep can affect everything from energy levels and concentration to health and mental wellbeing. The infographic below provides an insight into the effects of sleep troubles and some tips for parents to improve their children’s sleep quality. Around 10% of children experience sleep problems, but the majority of youngsters don’t get enough sleep. Teenagers need a minimum of 8 hours of sleep per night, but studies show…

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Not A Frumpy Mum January 29, 2020

Creating A Bedroom Your Child Will Love

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. Your child’s taste will inevitably change and develop over time so it’s worth thinking about their bedroom, and its theme carefully. Children often go through phases where they love a particular toy, such as their Melody Jane Dolls Houses, show, movie, or cartoon; however, investing in expensive wallpaper and sheets (and the rest of the merchandise) is a little risky as they might decide they like something new in a matter of weeks. Here, we will look at the various elements that make a little one’s room appealing, without a particular theme. There are…

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