Where’s my drawer? Pre-school visit
N’s still got a few months to go until he moves up to the pre-school room in his day nursery as they don’t move until they’re three. But he does get to spend some time with pre-schoolers sometimes, so he’s…
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Sailing boats and reservoir walks
A walk at Grimsbury Reservoir Banbury, enjoying the sailing boats.
Thrifty nearly new sales with toddler in tow
*Ad – contains affiliate links Today was the day of our local NCT sale. I love volunteering, but it’s pretty difficult getting someone to look after N for a full day as the volunteers are there from 8 until 3….
Toddler questions – What’s that?
It’s started. It’s taken a while coming considering N’s been chattering away nonstop for some months now, but the toddler questions have arrived. I was expecting lots of why’s, but we’ve not had that yet. Instead N’s new favourite phrase…
Woodworking at nursery
I always thought N’s day nursery provided a lot of variety for the children in their care. They have a forest school which is the big selling point for us (oh, and its set in farmland as well, so lots…
Bossy Toddlers
N is definitely going through the bossy toddler stage. He’s very much an independent little boy when it comes to doing things round the house (within reason, he’s still too lazy to potty train or make an effort to get…
Trendy Tuesday: Hats off (and on)
Now the weather’s turned Autumnal, it’s a lot harder to get out and about, and more importantly more difficult to have opportunities to take decent photos. With my phone, and even my camera, the light in the house isn’t good…
Mum or Dad, who should take the baby swimming?
Who takes the baby swimming and what difference does it make to their learning?
Out on the farm
Now Autumn’s drawing in, and it’s back to nursery full time, it’s a lot harder to be getting time outside. I think we’re going to be struggling to be joining up regularly with Country Kids due to Saturdays being full…
Thrifty stuff: Bargain books and clearance toys
Thrifty options as part of book buying for Christmas planning
What’s your car choice – reliable or always breaking down?
*Ad – sponsored post When you become parents, preparing everything you’ll need for the baby can become a bit overwhelming, and car decisions can play a part of this. Do you sadly sell your cool Mini for a more practical…
