Going through menopause can be a difficult process but this can be made worse when you have younger children or teenagers as they then see you as a nagging and moody mom instead of the woman that you are. This leads to tension and frustration for everyone involved. In this article, we will take a […]
Lifestyle Parenting
Here you will find a number of subjects about our life as parents. You will find posts on where we travel, how we save, and what we love in our hectic family Lifestyle. We are just like most families around the world, always looking for fun activities to do on a budget! but we never compromise on the experience.
Christmas Gift Guide For Kids 2020
Here at umeandthekids I love to feature a Christmas gift guide as It really is my favourite time of the year. After such a terrible 2020 with uncertain times and not been able to see our extended family, let’s give the kids a Christmas to remember. Get the tree and home decked out and make […]
Think it through: How to Avoid Buying Clothes You’ll Later Regret
Everyone has bought an article of clothing that looked absolutely perfect – at that time. Unfortunately, most people have also experienced regret when they later took a closer look at the item they purchased and found that was not exactly what they wanted. It could be a case of buying something that was too small, […]
What Does Bad Credit Mean for Your Family?
Most adults in the UK access to credit in one form or another. From student loans and car purchase agreements to mobile phone contracts and mortgages; there are numerous reasons to rely on credit. Every time you access to credit, however, a new entry is made on your credit file. Over time, this file shows […]
5 Budget-Friendly Ideas for Kids Parties
Planning any kids’ party is stressful, but it’s usually when it’s your own child’s party that you really feel the pressure. This stress can sky-rocket when you’ve got other constraints like a budget and time-schedule to stick to, which can make planning a party seem like an impossible task. We’ve come up with 5 ideas […]
Midweek Meals On A Budget With Jack’s Supermarket
Midweek meals on a budget can be such a task with a demanding toddler wanting my attention, being a taxi to the teenagers all with their own different tastes in food, It really is the busiest time of the day! Shopping in advance and meal planning has become part of my daily routine. My new […]
Cosy Winter Loungewear
The nights are drawing in and getting colder by the day, It’s time for the cosy Loungewear to make a comeback! Mine were defiantly needing an update, so off I went to Katch Me online to grab myself some high-quality Loungewear at a price my pocket likes. Cosy Winter Loungewear – Grey Cropped set This […]
Congratulate the new arrival in your life with the perfect present!
If your family, friend, or loved one has just had a baby or is excitedly anticipating the arrival of one, you have come to the right place. Giving the perfect gift for a little one can be a daunting and confusing process. Finding that special something to take the new arrival from birth and beyond is […]
5 Tell-Tale Signs that You Need to Visit Your Dentist
If we were to make a list of the things people hate to do the most, going to the dentist would be near the top along with filing your taxes. However, you shouldn’t dread visiting the dentist; you should dread the consequence of poor dental health instead. You may not think that you need to […]
4 things you can do to help your kids sleep better at night
We come across many hurdles as parents, some of which are more easily fixed than others. One of the most common problems is that of sleep – or should we say lack thereof. It may be that your child has no issues falling asleep but wakes throughout the night, or perhaps it is getting to […]
