Pampering Gift Ideas For Your Future Mother-in-law
Is there anything more intimidating than buying a gift for your future mother-in-law? Probably not. You might not know her that well yet, or maybe you’re still feeling a little shy about making a big impression. The good news? You don’t need to overthink it. Here are our gift tips for the future mother-in-law that are elegant, thoughtful, and safe, even if you’re not entirely sure about her personal taste. Notino.co.uk What...
Middle-aged, overweight … and now I’m a black belt
I am an overweight, middle-aged, mum of four. Exercise has always been something I endured rather than enjoyed – and certainly never stuck to. Add in a severely underactive thyroid (currently operating like a pensioner chasing a bus in flip-flops), and the odds of getting leaner, faster or stronger were never exactly on my side. the symptoms of weight gain, constant tiredness and slow movements don’t exactly scream “future black...
We said we’d never write another Mother’s Day Gift Guide. And we didn’t.
I wrote the below back in 2020 – and I meant it. We have never again featured a buying guide for Mother’s Day (or Father’s Day for that matter). It’s still as true today as it was five years ago (though I only own one teen now, No.1 son has lived in America for a few years, and the middle two won’t be here on Mother’s Day as one works weekends and one has a girlfriend elsewhere). So I thought...
Weekend Away Essentials: Beauty and Style Tips for Easy Glam
Who doesn’t like to escape the usual humdrum and be whisked away for a weekend retreat? But, while the idea of a weekend getaway is definitely exciting, packing for it can sometimes be a tad stressful. Never fear though, I’m here to break down those beauty and style essentials that are a must-carry for your weekend soiree. By sticking to these minimal yet efficient essentials, you can guarantee an ‘easy glam’ look, without any fuss....
4 timeless dress styles to try in 2025
Update your wardrobe for 2025 with your favourite of these four timeless dress styles. Continuing to trend long after their debut, there’s a reason why their popularity has stood the test of time, and straightforward techniques is all it takes to bring these beautiful women’s dresses into the 21st century. The 1920s flapper dress Hit films and TV series such as The Great Gatsby and Peaky Blinders have seen ‘20s fashion return to the...
Unique Ways To Penny Pinch As A Single Parent
Single parenthood is not easy. Whether the other parent is involved with visitation, or not, being the default parent, for most of the time can take a toll on you mentally and physically. What’s even more distressing is how finances can be even more challenging with only one parent paying for all of the bills in the household. Jacob Lund Shutterstock We gave you handy ways to save money as a single parent. Now, we have more...