Did you know that only around one in four children get the recommended amount of exercise per day? The pandemic has made it much harder for children to get out there and exercise, especially when lockdown dictated we all stay inside. However, exercise should be a regular part of your child’s life, and now that restrictions are beginning to ease here in the UK, here are some tips to encourage your children to be more physically active. Photo by Addy Mae on Unsplash Lead by example Children mimic your behaviour, so if they can see you sitting for long periods of time and rarely ... read more
Summer school 101: Parent’s Guide to find all the answers here!
It's that time of the year again when your kids are excited about planning their summer vacations and can't wait to take some time off to shed the school burden. While some kids just want to chill and relax, others want to utilize their time off to improve their cognitive and social skills. And what's the best way to help those kids flourish? Yes, that's right! It's by enrolling them into a summer school program where they can get prepped for the upcoming school year and maximize their academic performance. And let's not ignore the fact that summer school lets your ... read more
How To Use Smoked Salt
If you are a cooking enthusiast, you will probably know the significance of condiments. A dash of vinegar or lemon juice can do wonders for a bland dish, while mustard or hot sauce can bring a burst of flavor for your taste buds. You can even play with something as basic as salt by opting for the smoked version. Over the years, smoked salt has emerged as one of the most loved ingredients in kitchens around the world. The special smoky flavors come from being smoked over untreated wood for 12 to 24 hours. The taste is natural as no artificial flavors or colors are added during the ... read more
How to be a More Ethical Traveler
If you’re looking for ways in which you can travel differently and travel better, one thing you can’t afford to overlook today is ethics. Ethical travel is something more and more people are talking about and trying to weave into their own approach to traveling. If that’s something that you’re looking to do but don’t really know where to start or what you need to do differently, you’re in the right place. Read on to find out more. Be Kind to the Environment First of all, you need to put in place a few principles that will guide you from now on when you travel. The most important of those ... read more
How To Have Your Healthiest Summer Yet
After being in lockdowns for most of the past year, the thought of summer being just around is a bit of positivity we all need. It’s the sign of a fresh start, and hopefully the chance to reunite with friends and family we haven’t been able to see very much. But summer is also a good time for a fresh start for your health. If you’ve not been very active over the last year, or you’ve let your diet suffer, then now is a good time to take charge ready to get yourself into some good habits for summer. Are you ready to have your healthiest summer yet? Here are some things you can do to ... read more
Easy Crafts For Adults To Try At Home
You know you have a knack for crafty items. That's why you're here in the first place. If you've been feeling that itch to get started with a new project at home, here's a list to inspire you. From painting to paper, sewing to wall art, you'll find plenty of ideas to get started with, regardless of your interests. Faux Cotton Candy From Fabric Who doesn't love cotton candy? They are sweet, colorful, and fun to eat. Well, you can't indeed store them, for they may rot over time. However, you can create faux cotton candies at home. Pick up some old sheets or pieces of fabric. Unravel ... read more
Making Your Kitchen Summer-Ready- 5 Ideas That Really Work
As summer is just around the corner, you must go the extra mile to make your cooking space summer-ready. It becomes even more crucial in the pandemic year as you have to be extra conscious about good hygiene. Moreover, eating out will be minimal this year, so you will have to spend more time in the kitchen. Making your kitchen summer-ready is important, and you can do it with a few simple measures. Here are some ideas you can go ahead with. Deep clean around and behind the appliances Summer has insects and pests coming out, so you need to give your appliances a deep clean treatment ... read more
Home Repair And Maintenance: Areas You Must Pay Attention To!
How does it feel to be back to your “home sweet home” after a long and tiring day at work? Blissful, right? The comfort and warmth you craved for the whole day are finally here. Now you can relieve all your stress and just relax. It’s like as soon as you enter the house, your body gets repaired on its own, and suddenly you have fresh energy to do everything. However, just like how you need to get re-energized to continue doing your best, your house needs repair and maintenance as well. It has two benefits: The condition of the place will improve, and it’ll become ... read more
What Clothing Is Best To Wear For Meditation?
Rightly said that “Meditation is an important way to purify and quiet the mind, therefore rejuvenating the body.” When you are meditating, the most important things that are needed - comfort, a noise-free area, and no distractions. Now, with the effect of COVID-19, we all are forced to stay at home and even work out at home. But somehow, it has given us the opportunity to try out things on our own. As it has been seen that many people are facing mental health issues due to staying at home, so doing it these days can be very beneficial for health. Ensure you have the right place, ... read more
Customizing Your New Home? Things To Check Before Project Allocation
The home is the place where your heart lives. Apart from the clothes you wear, it is the second thing which reflects your personality, and, understandably, you would not want anything to go wrong with either designing or the construction. When you customize the entire structure based on either your imagination or a previously existing plan, there are still some challenges that exist. This article will take you through the things you should always keep in mind before starting a housing project. Design for the future Constructing a home is a one-time thing. Though some numerous ... read more