Here at umeandthekids I love to feature Christmas gift guides as It really is my favourite time of the year. I want to kick off the Christmas gift guides with the most important guide of all Christmas Gifts for Kids. Each year we find the latest toys, games, books, gifts and gadgets to help those […]
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.
Perfect Gifts for Newborns
It’s always difficult buying the right gift for a newborn baby, you might not know the sex of the baby and want to be ready and prepared for when you meet the little bundle of joy. The parents will probably have bundles of newborn baby grows, vests and baby toiletries, so think outside the box […]
The Addams Family – Creepy Eats For Halloween
To celebrate the release of the family animated film THE ADDAMS FAMILY (in UK cinemas 25th October) and Halloween 31st October, here at umeandthekids we decided to get a little spooky and creative in the kitchen. The Addams Family Movie With an all-star cast including Charlize Theron, Chloe Grace Moretz, Bette Midler, Nick Kroll, Allison Janney, Oscar Isaac, […]
Peppa Pig Electronic Early Learning range Review
We are massive Peppa Pig fans in our house so were delighted to be asked to review and give our thoughts on the Peppa Pig electronic learning toy range. My daughter was so so excited when we opened the parcel to find the Count with Peppa and the Peppa Pig Laugh and Learn Laptop. Take […]
Top tips for caring for your tyres
If you want to drive without trouble then you should consider taking care of your tyres. Tyres need to be checked regularly so you can minimize the probability of any road troubles. Signs of damage are a red flag because if ignored they can cause the vehicle to lose its balance and dangerous accidents can […]
Winter Savings Tips: Ways to Heat Up your Savings
If you’re not a winter person, don’t worry. A lot of people feel downhearted when the sun disappears and is replaced by cold days, long nights, and dreary weather. Combine all the misery of snowstorms and wet weather with the headache of paying extra for heating bills and extra food, and it’s no surprise that […]
5 Tips on Creating a Teen Bedroom
Your child won’t want to sleep in a room decorated in dinosaurs and unicorns forever, sadly. There will be a time in their life where they will want a more ‘grown-up’ bedroom so that they can invite their friends over without getting embarrassed. We are currently transforming my not-so-little boy’s bedroom as we speak, as […]
Me-Time Activities that will Boost your Confidence
The bustle of home and family can be stressful without much available free time for yourself. Even planned breaks can be disrupted by everyday surprises. But when these rare moments do come around, it’s important to make good use of them. You don’t need to leave the house to enjoy some me-time or, when you do, do […]
Lake District Holidays for The Whole Family
Holidays to the Lake District have been a family favourite for decades – they allow you and your loved ones to escape the hustle and bustle of your local towns and cities and swap that cluttered scenery for the serenity of a simpler, more tranquil setting without having to spend over-the-odds to jet off abroad. […]
The Perfect Picnic Snacks for a Summer Treat
With the summer holidays in full swing and the sun shining its a perfect time to get the kids out of the house and off their computers. A picnic is a perfect chance to get some fresh air whilst having good wholesome fun. I recently discovered Pik-Nik a mozzarella cheese snack in a peelable cheese […]
