Avoiding the Christmas Rush when shopping for your Children

Christmas is one of my favourite time of the year but I hate being in shopping centres during November and December when the mad rush is on so I have created a system that avoids this issue.   ***You can… Continue Reading >

Make Your Own Advent Calendar

Christmas is such a magical time for kids and why not make it more magical with your own advent calendar. With a handmade advent calendar, you can add personal touches to what the kids get each day. Maybe they get… Continue Reading >

Christmas and Parenting: To Update, Deviate or Continue with the Status Quo

Christmas is fast approaching. Some families will want to make changes to their parenting plans and other families will want to change arrangements from last year. Don’t delay – you don’t want to be the parent who wishes that they… Continue Reading >

Is your child having Christmas lunch with their abuser?

Shockingly, almost 50% of children who are being sexually abused will celebrate Christmas lunch this year with their abuser. Whilst this statistic might seem hard to believe, childhood sexual abuse statistics indicate that approximately 90% of victims will know their… Continue Reading >

Quick & Easy Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe for Santa

Ah, Christmas Eve. Don’t know about you but it’s my most favourite day of the year; the hope, the anticipation and the build up. The excitement and energy of today is something worth waiting an entire year for. Why not… Continue Reading >

Top Tips for Happy Travelling with Kids

The thought of travelling with kids is not something that fills most parents with joy. It’s often stressful for both parents and children, as well as those around you, but with Christmas holidays on the approach, it’s often obligatory for… Continue Reading >

Allergies and Special Occasions

Allergies and special occasions can be quite a minefield, for both the allergy sufferer and for everyone around them. This Christmas, I encourage everyone to step back and consider how they can help make sure that allergy kids are included… Continue Reading >

Coconut & Lemon Shortbread Stars

With the festive season just around the corner, it’s time to get ready for all things Christmas! The tree is up, the presents are out, and the tinsel is sparkling, but what about the kitchen? Not to worry because McKenzie’s… Continue Reading >

Allergy, Anaphylaxis & Intolerance Friendly Advent Calendars

I know it’s not December yet but as any Allergy, Anaphylaxis or intolerance parent knows we need to be prepared. Leave it too late & there will be no allergy friendly options left. So Today we are talking “allergy, anaphylaxis… Continue Reading >

How to teach your kids the gift of giving

Christmas is fast approaching. It’s a time of joy, of love, of togetherness. It’s also a time of giving, compassion and kindness. Here’s how you can teach your kids the warm, fuzzy side of Christmas this year. Giving thanks For… Continue Reading >