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Scottish writer has launched book one of a sprawling epic that promises to fill the void left by Star Wars. Edinburgh-born author, Michael A. Gordon, has launched Barnaby Brown and the Time Machine, the first of a five-book saga based on the formula that inspired George Lucas. With Barnaby Brown taking centre stage, this is…
AUTISM AND FATHER BY NIKO SADLOWSKI (THE APPARENTLY) Hi there. Nice to meet you, nice to have a chance for a guest post. How are you? You don’t know me probably but thanks to Gail, maybe you will be happy to learn our story. Maybe you will even visit my blog too. Who knows? I…
THREE QUARTERS OF MUMS FEEL LESS CONFIDENT BREASTFEEDING IN PUBLIC DUE TO CORONAVIRUS New study by Lansinoh uncovers the impact of lockdown on new mums’ confidence Research revealed as part of World Breastfeeding Week (1st-8th August) Only two in five mums now feel confident to breastfeed in public Advice from midwife on how mums can boost…
Regina Alonzi is the owner of local business, Wooden Toys Edinburgh, a children’s boutique that specialises in wooden and ethical toys and books for pre-schoolers. www.woodentoysedinburgh.co.uk@woodentoysedinburgh How did you balance being a mother and professional? With great difficulty. My little one’s dad made it clear at pregnancy he didn’t want to be involved, and so I had…
Cake or Death is a vegan bakery based in Dalston, East London. They claim to make the best brownies you will ever eat. They send them out by post throughout the UK in boxes that fit through the letterbox. Making the perfect gift or indulgent treat. Katie, the founder is a Hackney resident and the…
Inspirational women come together to share their first period stories to help girls celebrate womanhood – We are the hood Newly launched, part-journal, part-guide, Girlhood: The Story, www.wearethehood.com, has been designed specifically for young girls to prepare, guide and support them through their journey into womanhood. Following a successful launch on Kickstarter in March, hard…
Hannah Rowe set up her business 7 years ago when her children were just aged 6 and 1. Hannah Rowe Consulting was established in 2013 and helps businesses and individuals to promote themselves more efficiently and effectively. Offering services in marketing, PR and event management, Hannah works with companies across the South West. She specialises…
MENTAL HEALTH IS JUST AS IMPORTANT AS WASHING YOUR HANDS “You can accomplish by kindness what you cannot by force.” – Pubilius Syrus As it would appear, and until we have a vaccination, the current Coronavirus crisis cannot and will not be defeated by force, but in the interim, we can defeat it by patience…
The unique drawstring make-up bags created by Donna May London have taken the beauty world by storm, with founder and make-up artist Donna Clitheroe’s Instagram tutorials attracting followers in their thousands. We spoke to Donna about how she got started and fulfilling her ten year plan. “I have always kept a diary, not one that…
Pregnant throughout a pandemic? What can you expect? On Monday 16th March, pregnant women were officially encompassed in a “vulnerable group” by the chief medical officer. Naturally, this announcement has led to distress and anxiety, especially as there’s little information currently about the impact Covid-19 could have on pregnant women and new-born babies. PREGNANT THROUGHOUT…