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  • Ramblings Of A StressedMum - 25/06/2026
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    Ramblings Of A StressedMum – 25/06/2026

    25 June 2026

    I am a day late with my weekly round up Ramblings Of A StressedMum – 25/06/2026. It has been one of those weeks where it has been one step forward and two steps backwards. My Week Health We are still having daily radiotherapy treatment for my dad just over two weeks to go now. It is really affecting him and in his weekly check up they could see how sore his mouth is. I will say they are amazing for care and even after messaging on Monday morning, by the time we got to the hospital there was a prescription…

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    As a mother, your to-do list isn’t just a piece of paper; it’s a living, breathing entity that seems to grow every time you close your eyes. We talk a lot about the mental load, the invisible labour of remembering when it’s World Book Day, which child is allergic to kiwi, and where the spare ballet shoes are. But for many mums, hiring a nanny adds a whole new layer of administrative weight that we rarely see coming: the transition from Mum to Employer. When you first decided to hire a nanny, you likely envisioned the relief. You pictured a…

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    The temperatures are soaring with weather warnings around. Why not stay in the shade and enter my brand new giveaway. Once again I am collaborating with the lovely people at Wicked Uncle to bring you my Would You Rather Family Game– Giveaway Would you rather is such a fun family game that everyone will love. With more than 200 silly dilemmas such as Would You Rather – will have you having such fun and silly conversations and more laughs than you can imagine What is great about the game The questions are great for everyone and will certainly open your…

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    A week or two away from the pressures of work can be a fantastic antidote for stress. But if you don’t plan and prepare for your holiday in the right way, paradoxically, you might end up suffering more stress than if you’d stayed at home. Let’s take a look at a few of the most important measures you might take in order to ensure that everything goes smoothly. Start Planning Early for Better Choices and Savings The earlier you start planning, the greater the range of options you’ll enjoy. This applies to everything from tables at restaurants to hotel rooms…

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    There it sits, in a drawer next to a tangle of old charging cables: an Apple Watch you stopped wearing the moment a newer model landed on your wrist. It still works perfectly well, it cost you a meaningful sum, and every month it gathers dust it loses a little more resale value. For UK owners, the frustration is rarely about *whether* to sell – it’s about *where*, because the options range from instant-quote trade-in services to peer-to-peer marketplaces, each promising the best deal and none making the comparison easy. The Apple Watch, after all, is the world’s best-selling wearable…

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    Another week has passed, and we have reached Wednesday again, and yes I am writing this on Wednesday and hopefully will be posting today as well. With that said time for me to share my week and Ramblings Of A StressedMum – 17/06/2026. My Week Health I will start with my Dad, we are now in the third week of radiotherapy. Wednesdays he also has blood tests and sees one of his cancer nurses to see how he is getting on. He also sees speech therapy and dieticians during the week. Honestly, it is like dealing with a child. Yesterday…

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    Buying gifts for girls should be fun, but with changing interests and endless options available, it can quickly become overwhelming. Whether shopping for a birthday, Christmas, or a special treat, finding a present that matches a child’s age and personality can make all the difference. To help make gift buying a little less stressful, here’s a guide to some of the best gift ideas for girls, broken down by age. Ages 1–3: Learning Through Play Toddlers are naturally curious and love exploring the world around them. The best gifts at this age encourage sensory development, creativity, and imaginative play. Popular…

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    If you’ve ever opened your banking app after a long week and wondered where the extra spend came from, you’re not alone. Many drivers feel the same pressure, especially when costs like fuel prices and insurance premiums seem to creep up without warning.  Yet there are things you can do to take back control. By focusing on the areas where your habits and decisions make a real difference, you can manage costs more confidently without needing to cut back on the things that matter most. Tracking the true cost-per-mile When you break your driving costs down into a simple cost-per-mile…

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    I am a day late as it is now Thursday, my weeks are so busy at the moment. It really is about finding the time. Even this post is being written in stages. So now to find out what has been happening with me in my weekly round up Ramblings Of A StressedMum – 11/06/2026. My Week Health Dad is in his second week of radiotherapy. Honestly, it is tiring me having to drive there and back and park every day so no idea how it is affecting him. Although he does seem to be ok at the moment. C…

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    With only a couple of weeks to go before we show our Dads just how much they mean to us. I am hoping my Fathers Day Gift Guide – 2026. Gives you some great inspiration. If you have lost your Dad you can still remember him and celebrate Fathers Day. Below I have shared a few ideas. The Cornish Company If you are looking for something different but know he will love. The Cornish Company have a great range of hampers that Dad will love from Cream Teas, Coffee and Cake to this Pasty and Pint Hamper – the hamper…

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