Deciding on the right bed for your kids’ bedroom can be a difficult decision. You need to ensure it’s something they can have for years to come and is as comfy as possible, so they get maximum enjoyment whilst spending time there. I’ve put together a guide of the different beds available and why you […]
Bean Bag Bazaar Review and Giveaway
The last few weeks have been chaotic to say the least, with Christmas being on the forefront of things, birthdays and a new house extension, it hasn’t been quiet around here. We’re all definitely in need of some relaxing and comfort so when I was contacted by Bean Bag Bazaar, I jumped at the opportunity […]
How to Keep White Furnishings Clean When You Have Children
Let’s face it, keeping a clean house when you have kids isn’t easy! This is especially true if you happen to own white furnishings. Sticky fingers and spills can be a nightmare for white carpets, sofas and rugs. So, how can you ensure your pristine white furnishings stay clean when you have children?Below, you’ll discover […]
Festive Events and Places to go in and around London
If you’re based in the south, or even in the capital, then it’s worth taking a trip or two to the home counties and beyond to check out some of the amazing festive events being planned for the coming holiday season. But there are great things happening inside the city, too. Let’s start in the […]
Winter Gardening Tips
You might suppose that this time of year isn’t ideal for gardening. But the truth is that if you want to get things looking great during summer, putting a little bit of groundwork in during winter can be enormously helpful. Let’s run through a few simple gardening tasks and how they can elevate yourgarden to […]
A Christmas proposal: how to choose the right ring
Planning on popping the question this festive season? Congratulations! They say that Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, and what could be more wonderful than showing your loved one just how much you care? Whether you’ve already planned the moment or just started making arrangements, there’s no doubt you’ll want to make […]
Make Recycling Easier So That It Becomes The Norm In Your Home
Although 50% of waste is recyclable, just 34% is actually recycled. This means that there is a 16% deficit that needs to be made up. If you are worried that your household is falling short, then you should look for ways to make life easier and get both parents and kids in on this incredibly important eco-friendly […]
5 Practical Ways to Save Cash in 2020
When it comes to saving money, most people start off with good intentions, telling themselves that they’ll do more when they get a promotion at work or hit a certain age. In fact, countless people every year choose “saving more money” as their new year’s resolution. However, the truth is that there’s no right time […]
Must-Have Christmas Gifts For Kids 2019
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 […]
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 […]
