Digital vs. tangible memories. Experts weigh in on how teenagers preserve their memories in the digital age
Jan 18 2019
The past decade has had an incredible impact on the way we communicate, especially over the last few years. The digital revolution is transforming the way teenagers remember and what they forget. With our phones being an extension of our bodies, it’s not rare that recording special moments becomes more important that actually enjoying them.
Technology has big benefits like supporting our learning process and boosting self-confidence, but overusing it could affect how we create and retain memories.
Bedtime story of the week: Hello Lighthouse by Sophie Blackall
Jan 18 2019
Hello Lighthouse by Sophie Blackall is a new picture book that can transport young readers to the seaside through the eyes of a lighthouse keeper and his family. Hello Lighthouse is published on 7th February 2019 by Orchard Books.
Film Review: Glass starring James McAvoy, Samuel L. Jackson, Bruce Willis
Jan 17 2019
Glass is the highly expected third and final movie in the American superhero thriller Eastrail 177 Trilogy written, produced and directed by M. Night Shyamalan. I wasn’t aware of Shyamalan’s previous films Unbreakable (2000) and Split (2016) until recently when I heard of Glass being released and invited to a preview screening. I caught up and watched them in a day-movie-marathon which was surprisingly compelling. I usually love comedies and rom-coms, kids’ films including superhero movies like the Avengers, so Shyamalan’s trilogy slipped from my radar because it is more a thriller than a superhero series. Anyhow, I loved Glass and, without spoiling it for you, I believe it ends how it should leaving it open for future films. Glass is released on 8 January 2019 by Universal Pictures and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
What does innovation mean to a 21st Century Mum?
Jan 14 2019
Looking back at all the mums in my family for generations I am trying to understand what makes me different as a 21st Century Mum. It’s not an easy answer. But of all things the way I have embraced the changes and the innovation in products and gadgets has made me understand what it means to be a mother today.
Self-care! Why looking after yourself helps you look after your kids
Jan 11 2019
I am a great believer in self-care. I am a happy person essentially because I regularly take time out for my self-care. Parenting is a 24-hour job that requires hard work, patience and sacrifice. As a result, it can be easy to stop caring for yourself, as your sole aim will be to raise happy, healthy children. However, believe it or not, self-care is beneficial to your children. If you want to become the best parent you can be, find out why looking after yourself helps you to look after your kids.
Travel: Tuscany with kids
Jan 10 2019
Tuscany is the perfect holiday destination for families as there is so much to do in this one fabulous region and kids are welcomed everywhere. Lots of pasta and pizza mean you don’t have to worry about what the kids will eat while you enjoy your “aperitivo”. Here are just a few ideas to get you started.
