For many families, the countdown to the summer holidays is exciting, until the reality sets in. Six weeks is a long time to keep children entertained while juggling work, family life and everything else that comes with it. The good news? You don't need to fill every day with expensive outings or perfectly planned activities. Children often remember the simple moments just as much as the big adventures. Here are some ideas to help make the summer holidays a little less stressf

Welcoming a new nanny into your home is an exciting step, but it can also feel like a big change. A nanny isn’t just there to look after your children, they become part of your household and your daily routine, often spending many hours with your family each week. While parents naturally focus on preparing their child, it’s just as important to prepare the whole family. Taking time to do this can make the transition smoother, calmer and far more positive for everyone involved

Autumn is well and truly here, the leaves are falling, the nights are drawing in, and cosy jumpers are making a comeback. But there’s one seasonal shift many parents dread: the clocks going back. This year, the UK will turn the clocks back by one hour on Sunday 26th October 2025, as we move from British Summer Time (BST) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). While this means an extra hour in bed for some, those of us with small children know... it’s rarely that simple. Cheshire Nanni