As with last year’s gifts for autistic children guide, I want to make it clear that these gifts will not be suitable for all autistic children. My son is a sensory seeker – he loves predicable noise and lights and textures. However, not all children on the autism spectrum want or need the same kind… Read More
I must admit, we never really celebrated Halloween when I was growing up. I saw Halloween on American TV -pumpkin pie, trick or treating and spooky parties – and I just assumed that it was not something we really paid much attention to over here. However, with each passing year, Halloween seems to be more… Read More
Halloween is fast approaching and if you are planning on hosting a party, or would like to give out something a little different to those adorable trick-or-treaters, then look no further. These spooky Halloween cookies look really effective but they are incredibly easy to make and take very little time. They are perfect for when… Read More
This month, the Bostik Blogger theme is Halloween and so we have been crafting some great decorations that are really easy to make. These three easy Halloween decorations create a spooky atmosphere for a party or trick or treaters. They also work well as craft activities for children. We have been making Lolly Stick Spiderwebs,… Read More
Dear Sir/Madam, I just booked our Christmas return ferry journey. My mum and dad live abroad you see, and so every summer and every other Christmas, we make our way to the Charente region in France. I’ll be honest, it is usually a bit of an ordeal. It takes two hours in the car to… Read More
Christmas is stressful for everyone, but for autistic children the anxieties can be profound. Many will find Christmas difficult, even if they are excited about the event itself. Changes in routine, sensory overload, new places and faces – these are all things that they will find difficult – and they all happen at Christmas. When… Read More
Are you shopping for someone small this Christmas? When looking for gifts for babies, especially if this is their first Christmas, it can be really hard to know what will actually be useful and practical for parents. The Mamas and Papas Baby Gift finder takes all the stress out of finding something perfect for any child… Read More
*We were invited to stay at the Langstone for the night, free of charge, for the purposes of this review. All words and opinions are my own* The Langstone Cliff Hotel is set in nineteen acres of woodland in Dawlish Warren, on the beautiful south Devon coast, and claims to be ‘one of the most… Read More
Over at the Plenty Facebook page they are running a great giveaway until the 12th of December called the #12daysofPlenty . Each day there is a riddle to solve, with all kinds of exciting things to win. Prizes so far have included a Lego lighthouse, vouchers, and a coffee maker. You should head over to… Read More
I always feel like a child at this time of year. The first flashes of fairy lights are appearing on our street. The shops are in full festive playlist mode. The Christmas tree is up and twinkling affably as I type. As the Christmas traditions come thick and fast, I am filled with a sense… Read More
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. The sparkle and glow of the season is creeping in, just around every corner. You can glimpse lighted trees through frosty windows and holly wreaths on doors. Shops are well stocked with stollen and mince pies. And HomeSense have released their beautiful selection of Christmas decorations and… Read More
Westonbirt Aboretum run their Enchanted Christmas illuminations from late November right up to the 18th of December – and my goodness, they are magnificent. We were very lucky to be invited to Enchanted Christmas last weekend and the event surpassed all my expectations in terms of spectacle and organisation. However, we did have some significant… Read More