This is the season of wonder and delight, for kids. For parents, it’s the season of stress, burning the candle at both ends and hoping that everyone stays cold and illness-free for the big day. Indeed, Christmas, while festive, can be one of the most stressful times of the year for us parents. The good […]
Fun Family Games For Christmas
Christmas family games are a fantastic way to relax, bond and have fun around the table at Christmas time. It is so refreshing for family and friends to get together without electronic devices and have some good old-fashioned fun. If that’s with a board game, playing charades, or blasting out some tunes on the karaoke. […]
Christmas Gift Guide 2021
Christmas is a time for giving and this year I have been doing my best to provide you with some of the best Christmas ideas that should cover the entire family for fun throughout the festive period. This holiday gift guide really does suit all tastes which should hopefully give you some great ideas and […]
How To Have A Fun Holiday Season With Kids
The holidays are quickly nearing and that means some time off from school and more opportunities to be together. Your kids may be looking for things to do and ways to be entertained during their free time. Take advantage of having your family around more and be sure to make the most of it as […]
Christmas Beauty Gift Guide 2021 – To Suit All Budgets
It’s nearly Christmas and I want to take the stress out of gift-giving this year. I personally love nothing more than to receive a Beauty treat wrapped beautifully under my tree at Christmas. So, here at umeandthekids we have created a roundup of the best beauty and hair care products that your family, friends, hair […]
5 Tips to Help Protect Your Credit This Holiday
In the leadup to the holidays, your credit can take a wallop. Not only are you spending more than usual, but you’re also exposing your credit information with each online purchase you make. While you may have your mind on other things during the hustle and bustle, it’s a good idea to check-in with your […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]