With Christmas around the corner, or birthdays to think of (I have 4 in November). Finding the perfect gift can sometimes cause a lot of stress. I have always been a huge fan of personalised gifts, as they always mean so much more. I am sharing How To Find The Perfect Gifts With MYPICTURE. As we now have a new member of the family Biscuit How could I not use him as my inspiration. Once I had finally decided on which pictures to choose from – honestly, this really is the hardest part of ordering. The ordering process is so…
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Today is day 22 of Blogtober 2026 and the theme today is My Favourite Way To Spend A Rainy Day. As it seems that the rain season is here, and going no where. We will have plenty of rainy days ahead of us. I do love being home on a cold and wet rainy day. Knowing that today I can stay home and keep warm and dry. Although Biscuit is still getting used to the rain I do still take him out and coax him to walk even a little way. Odd Jobs There is always something to do around…
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Today is day 21 of Blogtober 2026 and as it is Wednesday I have gone off topic to bring you my weekly Ramblings Of A StressedMum – 21/10/2026. My Week Health We stil have that lurgy hanging around, we are nowhere near as ill as we have been. It is just the lingering of it, but know a few people who have had it for weekls. I have also been trying to speak to someone regarding my dads health. As he is now losing weight and struggling with eating. This however, is because he has not been doing his exercises…
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Today is day 20 of Blogtober 2026 and today the topic is What Does Balance Look Like For Me Right Now? My life is definitely living up to my blog name of StressedMum. Honestly it is so hard to get the balance right and make things that little more even and calmer As I write this post, things are far from calm. Life is very stressful at the moment so finding things to keep a balance is the key for me. On One Side Of The Scales I have my parents, as you know my dad had quite an intrusive…
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A garden is meant to be the place you go to switch off. For lots of us, it looks more like a to-do list in green: grass to cut, hedges to tame, borders to weed and a shed door hanging open on a pile of half-used tools. When school runs, work and dinners already fill the week, the garden becomes one more job nobody ever finishes. A calmer garden shrinks that list, so the space gives you rest instead of taking it. Why The Garden Adds To Family Stress Garden stress rarely arrives all at once. It builds slowly, through…
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A cosy family home doesn’t come down to having the latest furniture, expensive accessories or a perfectly styled space. It’s about creating rooms that feel warm, welcoming and lived in, where everyone can relax and feel comfortable. With a little imagination, some clever planning and a focus on what really matters, you can make your home feel inviting without spending a fortune. Start with What You Already Have Before buying anything new, take a fresh look at what is already in your home. Rearranging furniture, moving lamps between rooms, changing cushion covers or grouping favourite family photos together can make…
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Today is day 19 of Blogtober 2026 and today the topic is Share A Photo And Tell The Story Behind It. Having a husband who was a photographer, we literally have thousands of photos. While I was thinking about this one came to my mind and I remember vividly the story behind it. Being married to a photographer, it was never a surprise if he had an idea or he wanted a certain look. Sometimes he would have an idea in his head but with the lighting or whatever it would never be what he wanted. Obviously, these are pictures…
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Today is day 18 of Blogtober 2026 and my topic is National Chocolate Cupcake Day which is celebrated on 18th October What better topic to discuss than two of my favourites chocolate and cake. What more do you need? As it is Sunday why not head to the kitchen and do some baking so you can enjoy and celebrate National Chocolate Cupcake Day fully. You can try my fail proof recipe for chocolate cupcakes that are soft, moist, rich and chocolatey, with a fluffy chocolate buttercream topping. Ingredients For Cupcakes 150g Plain Flour200g Caster Sugar40g Cocoa Powder 1 tsp Baking…
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Today is day 17 of the Blogtober 2026 challenge. Today the topic is to share My Goals For The Rest Of 2026 These days I live a very simple life. Obviously C is having a ball at uni and I am loving her little updates and cherish the times we spend together. I do have Biscuit who is my little emotional support dog. He keeps me very busy and great company. When I look at the next couple of months, as let’s face it there is not much of 2026 left. With this is mind my goals will be very…
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There’s nothing quite like seeing the excitement on your children’s faces when you tell them you’re going camping. From sleeping in a tent to exploring the great outdoors, it’s a chance to enjoy new experiences together and make some wonderful family memories. However, as any parent knows, that initial excitement can quickly turn into cries of “I’m bored!” if you haven’t planned enough to keep everyone occupied. Fortunately, with a little preparation and some creative ideas, you can make sure your next family camping adventure is packed with fun from start to finish. Plan Some Outdoor Adventures One of the…

















