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As the country well and truly feels the financial pinch of the recession, there’s a lot of pressure on us to be careful with our money, to spend it wisely and to adapt to a less indulgent lifestyle. So buying those designer labelled beauty products – complete with very large price tags – can … [Read more...]
Recognising problems Children can be disruptive in the classroom in many ways: playing up when they should be working, refusing to carry out requested tasks, talking back to the teacher and distracting other children from their work by their behaviour. Often parents do not recognise this … [Read more...]
Caring for your long-awaited baby should be the most wonderful experience, but for many mums, at some time in the first few days, weeks or months, it simply is not. Baby blues Around 50-80% of new mums get the ‘baby blues’ when they feel, not surprisingly, exhausted, anxious and weepy … [Read more...]
Fancy a fun-filled activity all the Family can enjoy? Then give Geocaching a try “Why don’t you switch off your TV set and go and do something less boring instead?” was the irritatingly catchy theme-tune from popular children’s television show “Why Don’t You?” Nowadays, “TV” would … [Read more...]
You may have a vision in your mind’s eye of your hair blowing in the summer wind looking fresh and gently highlighted. However the reality is that strong sun, high temperatures, humidity and pool or sea water will damage your hair leaving it dry, brittle and anything but healthy. You can help … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day is wonderful if you’re in a relationship, but for singles, all the romance can feel a little bit like rubbing salt in the wound. So if you’re looking for that special someone, now is the time to go out and find them - and perhaps February 14th won’t be quite so … [Read more...]
Nothing says sexy quite like red lipstick and the colour is as popular now as it has ever been. Although many women say they won’t wear it because it doesn’t suit them, it’s usually the rest of their makeup is that is wrong. Firstly take it really easy on both eye makeup and blusher, … [Read more...]
How to change your life Here are a few resolutions which you might like to adopt this New Year: ten easy steps to help make 2011 a better year for you. 1) Be positive. Banish negative thoughts, comments and criticisms. Negativity influences your attitude, behaviour and how others feel when they’re … [Read more...]
There is no other time of the year when as many people decide to 'do something' about their weight as January. A combination of Christmas holiday excesses and the feeling that the New Year is time for a fresh start, prompt people to address the uncomfortable and unhealthy feeling that being … [Read more...]
Skipping is something most of us have done at some time in our lives, but did you know that it’s also an excellent way to get fit? The benefits of skipping include increased agility, balance and coordination. It helps to tone arms and legs, as well as strengthening cardiovascular muscles. One of … [Read more...]