August 2015 - All Mum Said

Take A Ride With Thule Urban Glide Review

Thule Urban Glide Review | pram stroller | All Mum Said

Aug 31 2015

With a new baby only weeks away; the search for a quality pram that is going to be comfortable for the bub or toddler and easy for me to walk (ideally jog with), became a high priority. Thankfully the search didn’t require a great deal of effort as I was offered the new Thule Urban Glide to review. As I unwrapped the box and started putting the sports stroller together, I started to experience the kind of excitement that gives you butterflies in your belly. It could have been a combination of elation from the appearance or the new pram smell but one thing I do know is; this pram is a machine! Thule Urban Glide Review Ride and feel Thule have been making quality products and accessories for cars and motorhomes since 1942. Products include: roof racks, sports and travel bags/cases, bike trailers, tents and now sports strollers. With…

Pretend Play For Preschoolers | All Mum Said

Aug 28 2015

Benefits Of Pretend Play For Preschoolers Don’t dismiss pretend play for preschoolers or toddlers because it doesn’t interest you. This is a crucial part of learning for kids. Read this to understand how! Your child constantly sees you completing mundane everyday tasks, but to them it is not boring jobs. To them you are doing amazing and complicated activities. They want to learn how to be as amazing as you and this is where the benefits of imaginative play begin. How imaginative play improves child skills Pretend play helps children of all ages improve skills they need later in life but because they can advance these talents through fun activities, they will enjoy it and continue to grow. Here are just some of the ways creative play can benefit your child: • Encourages imagination – the ability to be creative and make up scenarios that can be acted out, allows…

How To Reduce Headache In Children | All Mum Said

Aug 27 2015

How To Reduce Headache In Children Don’t freak out at the first sign of a headache in children, read this, there are plenty of things you can do to reduce their pain. No parent wants to see their infant or child suffering from headaches and sometimes they need more than a cuddle to make it better. Consider the following to help ease their discomfort. Remedies to reduce headaches While you want to do everything you can to make your child’s aches go away instantly, sometimes you have to wait just for medicines and methods to take effect. • Reduce sugar intake – we have all heard the stories about how addictive sugar is, well unfortunately it is true. Too much or too little amount of sugar, especially if your child is regularly eating/drinking it, can cause severe headaches. Slowly reduce the amount to a healthy level to avoid future withdrawals…

Installing a solar power system | All Mum Said

Aug 26 2015

Factors to Consider Before Installing a Solar Power System Solar power is no longer a new concept, yet for some reason there is still a lot of hesitation around taking it on as an alternate energy source. A lot of this can be due to misinformation and people not willing to look further. In reality, though, investing in solar is no different to any other lifestyle investment, and can be undertaken by anyone who is willing to do their homework. If you think this is the approach for you, then below are the important factors you do need to consider before installing a solar power system. Price wars Although investing in solar energy is a lot more affordable than it was a few years ago, you still have to consider your budget when taking it on. Firstly, look at what you can afford now; for example, can you make an…