Pura: Wipes good for babies and better for the world

Plastic has been in the media a lot over the last few years. The sheer amount that we use and its devastating effects on the planet have constantly been highlighted. So why is it that 90% of the 11 million baby wipes we use in the UK each year still contain plastic? They’re the 3rd most common marine litter item and one of the main contributors to fatbergs. Yuck! One company trying to tackle the issue and create change in a purse friendly and practical way is Pura. They were founded by husband and wife team Guy and Abi Fennell and launched last year. Last week I had the pleasure of interviewing their Chief Marketing Officer Amanda Richards to find out more.

8 Small Beauty Changes That Can Make A Huge Difference

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Collaborative Post¦ While self-care is so important — especially if you have little kids around — but it can be one of the first things that get dropped when you’re busy. It can make such a difference to your mood and your outlook — that’s where this list comes in. Beauty changes and little cosmetic treats sit under the umbrella of self-care. So, check out this list of eight small changes that you can make that have the power to make a real difference. 

Half-term fun in the sun at Hever Castle

Gifted & contains sponsored link¦ We didn’t go to Hever Castle at all last year due to a combination of the pandemic and me being pregnant with our rainbow baby. I think the last time we went was Christmas 2019 and I missed it so much! It is without a doubt one of the best places to visit in Kent for a day out. Therefore, when I could see that sun was finally forecast for the late May bank holiday weekend, I knew exactly what I wanted to do! Fortunately, Hever Castle’s online booking system made it very easy to book a slot. We chose a morning one to allow us to make the most of the day-and what a glorious day it was!

5 reasons you should take out a funeral plan

Collaborative Post¦ It’s a sombre thought, but unfortunately death is part of life. In fact, it’s the only guaranteed thing in life. As such, it is important that we do briefly ponder it from time to time. This allows us to make sure that things are put into place for when that time comes. Of course, it is important to make a will and ensure that you keep what you want to leave to who up to date. Life insurance is another thing to consider. It is also a good idea to get a prepaid funeral care plan. Here are 5 reasons why.

Creating the perfect wedding invites

Contains paid link/s¦ June is almost upon us and it’ll be my 6th wedding anniversary this year! I love all things wedding related and last year I meant to write several posts related to my big day! However, I’d not long found out I was expecting a baby. With morning sickness and extreme tiredness plus homeschooling, that idea swiftly went out of the window. So let’s try again – and where better to start than wedding invites?

4 Alternative Pain Relief Treatments

Collaborative Post¦ Everyone knows that you need to eat a varied and balanced diet and have a regular exercise routine to ensure that your body is fit and healthy at all times. But is a good diet and the odd workout really enough to help you stay healthy?

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Over our lives, our bodies change in many different ways. It is par for the course of getting older. If you don’t look after your body, chances are you could do some damage that will become apparent in years to come. General wear and tear of life can affect you in a multitude of ways. In both your mental and physical health.

Sometimes, it can be beneficial to add different types of therapy to your lifestyle to help address any issues you might notice in your body and mental health. Options like RELATYV At Home Pain Management in Virginia (or elsewhere) may offer non-invasive solutions tailored to individual needs that revolve around any chronic pain issues, making it easier to maintain well-being without leaving your home.
Similarly, practices such as mindfulness meditation or gentle yoga can enhance mental clarity and reduce stress. So, it’s okay to seek extra help when needed. Finding the right complementary therapies can ensure you stay in the best health possible, supporting both your physical and mental wellness.

Sometimes it can be beneficial to add different types of therapy to your lifestyle to help rectify any issues you might notice in your body and your mental health. It is ok to need extra help from time to time. Making sure you get the right complementary therapies to improve your physical and mental well-being can really help you make sure you are staying in the best health possible.

Starting University as a Parent

Collaborative Post¦ Most people start their undergraduate degree when they’re around 18 or a little later. By this time, some may already be parents, but the majority of people aren’t. However, the older you get, the more likely it is that you’re going to have children. So if you’re contemplating university a little later in life, or you’re already a parent in your late teens, you might need to consider how you would fit studying around being a parent. Juggling going to university and parenting responsibilities is no easy feat, but it could be well worth the effort to boost your education and your earning potential.

Finding out baby’s gender: Damned if you do, damned if you don’t

TRIGGER WARNING: Miscarriage¦ Not long after I became pregnant with Autumn in early 2016, I found that some people have VERY strong opinions on everything to do with children. And not just their own children, they like to tell you what you should be doing with yours too. One of my earliest experiences of this was during a discussion about whether I was going to find out Autumn’s gender or not…

Reopening of Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater

Collaborative Post (Gifted)¦ What was the last ‘normal’ thing you did before the lockdown at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic? For us, it was going to see Zog  and The Highway Rat at Showcase Cinemas de Lux Bluewater last March! It seems a lifetime ago now. Although cinemas opened again for a while last year, I was heavily pregnant with Reuben and largely self-isolating. Therefore, with the re-opening of cinemas this week it almost felt like we’d come full circle when we went to see Peter Rabbit 2 yesterday.