The working mum’s guide to car finance
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The working mum’s guide to car finance

Owning a car has become an important aspect of modern day life. They provide the freedom to go where you like, whenever you like, and also play a vital role in getting people from a to b, whether it be to and from work or perhaps to a doctor’s appointment

For these reasons and many more, affordable car finance has become a popular way to buy a car without a single lump payment. The way to do this has vastly changed over the years and it’s now more accessible than ever before.

Business trip? How to stay in touch with your family while you work away
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Business trip? How to stay in touch with your family while you work away

Whilst travelling for business is considered a perk for many professionals, it can also be problematic for family-orientated people who do not want to spend extended periods away from the people they love.

Are you a shopaholic? Here are four questions to help you curb the habit
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Are you a shopaholic? Here are four questions to help you curb the habit

The school holidays is one of those times of year when families tend to spend more money than expected. Little trips here and there, food, arts and crafts, toys…even free activities have an associated cost.

So just how do you curb the spending – and teach the children how and why it’s important to think before splashing out? Here are some questions to ask yourself before you buy:

Product review: portable fun
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Product review: portable fun

It’s been a while since we brought a product review to you, but hopefully worth the wait…

Four things you can do during your lunch break
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Four things you can do during your lunch break

Whether it’s one hour or half an hour, finding something to do during lunch that can help you stay on top of things, and distress ca be challenging.

Here are some ideas that won’t break the bank:

Three things you can do to make the morning run a lot less stressful
Posted inChildren & Relationships Family life Staying sane

Three things you can do to make the morning run a lot less stressful

Mornings don’t need to be stressful – seriously. Even if you have a family of 10, there are some measures you can put in place to make sure everything runs smoothly from the alarm clock going off in the morning to when you’ve finished the morning school or childcare run.

Here they are:

Avoid the war zone: how to stay out of office politics
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Avoid the war zone: how to stay out of office politics

Sometimes, with all the best will in the world, you can get caught up in office politics without even wanting to. Here are a few pointers to help you stay out of trouble’s way.

Homework: how do working mums juggle it?
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Homework: how do working mums juggle it?

It’s fine when your children are preschool age – you can sing nursery rhymes in the car and say the alphabet together while on your travels.

But when they’re school age and have homework to do – and need your help – that’s when the real fun starts.

How to stop heartburn during pregancy
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How to stop heartburn during pregancy

If you’ve suffered from indigestion before, you’ll know it’s quite an uncomfortable, and often excruciating pain in the chest and upper abdomen. If you’re pregnant, and working, it can be even more uncomfortable, as you’re expected to work through your discomfort and get on with the day’s work.

How to improve cash-flow in your business
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How to improve cash-flow in your business

On paper, you should be minted, but in reality, you barely have enough money to buy teabags…if that sounds like your situation, then you really do need to hear these tips about improving cash-flow:

Thinking of collaborating with another business? Here are some things to consider…
Posted inChildren & Relationships Starting and running your business

Thinking of collaborating with another business? Here are some things to consider…

On paper, it sounds like a dream – you have your skill set and need someone with another area of experience and interest, and you’d like to work with them to reduce your costs.

Employers should develop mothers, finds study
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Employers should develop mothers, finds study

A new study of 2,000 working women has revealed that six out of 10 think their careers are ‘derailed;’ citing that they face open discrimination after becoming pregnant, while less experienced colleagues have been promoted ahead of them.

The research was commissioned by law firm Slater & Gordon, which represents hundreds of women fighting maternity discrimination across the country each year.

The seven deadly sins of time management
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The seven deadly sins of time management

Nothing can put things into perspective than a book that really knows how to tick the boxes and tell you what to do when you or your life really isn’t ticking the boxes you need it to.

That’s why we love Time Management for Manic Mums, by Allison Mitchell (grab yourself a copy from Amazon, or WHSmiths). The chapter, ‘The Seven deadly Sins of Time Management’ resounds with many people, not just working mums – here they are:

Breastfeeding after a boob job: is it possible?
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Breastfeeding after a boob job: is it possible?

A very popular procedure that many women choose to undertake is a breast augmentation, with thousands of women opting to go under the knife each year.

Strapped for cash: crowdfunding could help get your project off the ground
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Strapped for cash: crowdfunding could help get your project off the ground

Crowdfunding, in simple terms, is a way of raising money from lots of people via a website. It started in the US in 1997, and has gradually crossed over to the UK.

How to get out of the house on time in the mornings
Posted inChildren & Relationships Staying sane

How to get out of the house on time in the mornings

Alarm clock goes, you press snooze, oversleep, wake up and realise that you’re nearly half an hour behind schedule and start rallying the troops…it’s the story of many busy working mums’ lives, so comfort yourself with the fact that you’re not on your own.

All the rushing around might burn the odd calorie, but it really won’t help with your blood pressure. So, what can you do about it? Here are some tips.

Time to get organised: how to make button fridge magnets
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Time to get organised: how to make button fridge magnets

Eeek! It’s that time again…the children are back at school and military operation and organisation that’s required of you has just kicked off.

There’s nothing like a fridge full of reminders to keep everything rocking like clockwork. Here’s a video on how to make button fridge magnets – you can customise them with creative crafts from the children:

Get the school year off to a good start with – tips on building a good relationship with teachers
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Get the school year off to a good start with – tips on building a good relationship with teachers

Pushy parent syndrome irritates other parents, and leave teachers wanting to give detentions…and not to the children, but their parents. But you also want to keep on top of what your child is doing (or isn’t) at school before it’s too late…

So just how do you get the balance right? Here are some tips:

Thinking Outside the Box: Spectacular solutions for your downsizing dilemma
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Thinking Outside the Box: Spectacular solutions for your downsizing dilemma

It’s time to start downsizing. You’ve had this home for a while now, and it suited you well when you had children. But, now, it’s just too much. What do you do? Well, downsizing is a process. You’ll need a step-by-step plan and ideas for furniture. In a sense, you’re adopting an entirely new life. 

How to survive as a new manager
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How to survive as a new manager

Congrats – you got the promotion, or new job! Now that the best is yet to come, here are some tips to help you succeed in your new role.