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HOW TO HELP CHILDREN DEVELOP SELF-EFFICACY First coined in 1977 by Canadian-American psychologist Albert Bandura, self-efficacy was defined as ‘a person’s particular set of beliefs that determine how well one can execute a plan of action in prospective situations’. It therefore refers to a person’s belief in their ability to succeed or not in a…
BANANA BREAD My classic banana bread recipe is simple to make and it doesn’t require much hands-on time or special equipment – simply mix everything together in a bowl, then you’re ready to bake. It makes an ideal cake to make with little ones as you don’t need to hover over them while they use…
Healthy plant-based food for kids By Louise Palmer-Masterton, Stem & Glory You will often read about concerns of deficiency in the vegan diet, especially with regard to protein. But the truth is that protein deficiency is rarely seen in affluent populations, and generally only seen in populations where ALL food is scarce. Simply put, where…
Motherhood & Wellness It can be tough to juggle the requirements of motherhood let alone considering otherresponsibilities such as work, caring for other family members, maintaining relationshipswith your spouse and also friends. For many of us, it can be challenging to maintain a good balance, be the best in all domainsand take care of ourselves!…
Did you know that bilingual people are more likely to be better multitaskers and problem solvers than those who are monolingual? If that’s not a good enough reason to start teaching your child another language then listen to this; bilingual learning has been proven to slow down dementia/Altziemers. Anyway, you can see I’ve done plenty…
FANTASTIC FEMALE – CHERITH HARRISON DESIGNS Drawing inspiration from popular wildlife, Cherith creates artistic and practical homewares andgifts, all of which have been made in the UK. Each of her designs begins as a pencil drawing,her fine drawing details and clever use of scale, colour and pattern create in all of her designs asense of…
5 top tips to pick the perfect bag for cycling By Catherine Ellis, Hill & Ellis Whether you’re cycling to work or the shops, or simply enjoying some time out in the fresh air of your local park, you’re bound to need to take a bag with you. From carrying your laptop to the office,…
How Much Change Has Female Empowerment Brought to Society in Recent Years? How Much Change Has Female Empowerment Brought to Society in Recent Years? The pandemic made 2020 a difficult year for everyone in the UK. With fears of ‘turning back the clock’ on gender equality being raised, some experts suggest that women have been…
17 Failsafe Labour Tips for First Time Mums and Dads 17 Failsafe Labour Tips for First Time Mums and Dads What to expect when you’re expecting: it’s the age-old question. For new mums and dads in particular, it can be hard to gauge any sense of what’s around the corner. While your main focus will…
Summer Holidays Without Your Dog: Managing Your Pet’s Separation Anxiety Lockdown has been a strange time not only for us humans, but also for our sociable furry friends. Now, over a year after the pandemic began, our dogs may have got very comfortable living the life they always wanted, with many of their beloved owners…