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Vicki and Oliver-Honest Mum

Happy Mother’s Day From Us

March 30, 2014
When photographer Kirsty Mattsson kindly offered me a family shoot, we'd discussed a Mother's Day theme to start ( it also evolved into head shots and a style shoot too) but the most important, most utterly enjoyable part of the day was with my family: my husband Peter and our sons Oliver (4) and Alexander (18 months)-a Mother's Day shoot I'll always cherish.
Sol and Chocolate Cake

A Sleepover at my Brother’s Bachelor Pad (With Kids and Chocolate Cake)

March 27, 2014
So this week has been cold, like flipping FREEZING cold as the boiler went bust and it took the boiler man 3 whole days (well it was the weekend over 2 of the days) to locate the part we needed to finally defrost.
Oliver-Honest Mum

My American Boy

March 22, 2014
I was actually going to name this post as 'The Americanisation of my son' with maybe the use of 'z' not 's' in Americansation to be, well a little ironic.
Alexander at the YSP-Honest Mum

Spring Sunshine at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park

March 21, 2014
Isn't March turning out to be luminously glorious in the UK? My family's certainly relishing in this window of unexpected sunshine, fully enjoying a more outdoorsy way of life after being cooped up for what feels like forever this winter, set free to roam around, a renewed spring (and a jump) in our step. Yay!
book-Honest Mum

Win 2 Fab Children’s Books: ‘Animals Everywhere’ & ‘Planes, Trains and Cars’

March 16, 2014
The fab folks at Ticktock sent my son Oliver two vibrant, captivating books 'Animals' and 'Planes, Trains and Cars' to entertain and they sure, did deliver.
Vicki Style

Giveaway Galore-Win a £52 me&I Dress

March 14, 2014
There are currently so many fab giveaways across both my blogs, anyone would think it's Christmas!
vintage style pjs for kids

Vintage Style Pyjamas for Kids

March 11, 2014
My little boys have really turned a corner recently, a bickering to brotherly love corner that I'm rejoicing about.
creativity

How Kids Made Me More Creative

March 6, 2014
Kids have honestly made me more creative. That's a fact. I was of course creative before kids working as a screenwriter, director and magazine editor...you get the picture. I was born creative, baby. Hear me out though, those kids took my creativity to another level. Throughout history (and I've found throughout my life so far too), creativity arises and thrives within limitations, be it time, budget, tools/access, they exist and are are actually vital in making creativity happen.
Vicki Psarias

The Perfect LBD

February 27, 2014
Saturday night was spent with old friends for a girly dinner at one of my parent's restaurants The Olive Tree, catching up, enjoying great Greek food and the odd glass of Prosecco too.
Vicki-Honest Mum

Beautification Inside Out

February 25, 2014
Nothing of course replaces healthy, seasonal food-tonnes of fruit and veg, lean meat, pulses (you get the picture) but vitamins help ensure I get everything extra I need, especially at times of sleep deprivation (always), times of PMS (oh those dreaded days come weeks) and much needed sun rays in a bottle when Blighty can't provide the real thing!
Annabel Karmel-Honest Mum

Wonderful Women-An Interview with Parenting Author Annabel Karmel

February 19, 2014
Mother of three, Annabel Karmel MBE is the UK's number one parenting author, best-selling international author, and expert on devising delicious, nutritious meals for babies and children.
wrestling-Honest Mum

Wrestling Time with Naughty Uncle Solos

February 17, 2014
Little Oliver (just 4) takes after my brother, his (not so little) Uncle Solos (31) who I'm currently calling Naughty Uncle Solos as he usually arrives to see the kids with bags of sweets on the naughty list (which aren't on the list to be fair), toy guns (definitely on the naughty list) and ice pops-mostly in the winter. Le sigh.
My 1st Years robe

Alexander in Hooded Baby Robe by My 1st Years

February 13, 2014
I cannot believe Alexander is 16 months already, time sure is flying! I feel like I'm enjoying every second with this little one too. I found first time-motherhood tougher, a foreign world in many ways, a shock to the system (amazing too of course) but I'm a seasoned pro with my second son now!
Alexander-Honest Mum

Getting the Boys into a Relaxing Bedtime Routine

February 13, 2014
Life is always busy with two kids and a freelance career but I pride myself on having the children in a routine-not a super strict, crazy routine but a healthy one where dinner is at a similar time each night, where we sit down as a family to chat, laugh and sometimes shout (it's the Greek way of talking) before we start winding down for bedtime.
tricolor salad

My Brother’s Incredible Italian!

February 13, 2014
I'm one lucky lady with parents who own three award winning Greek restaurants in Leeds (The Olive Tree) and a brother who owns an incredible Italian Giorgio's too. We never go hungry here! With stunning handmade pasta, pizzas, grilled fish, steak and a Special Board to please everyone, we basically LIVE in Giorgio's!
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About me

Vicki Psarias/ Vicki Broadbent/ Honest Mum
 
Hi! I’m Vicki, mum to a teen, tween and a toddler! I’m an award-winning filmmaker, content creator and author working across print, digital, TV and film. I’m also a regular parenting expert for Bored Panda (reaching 121 million views a month). My Instagram handle reaches 8m views a month on average with highs of 50m.
 
I’ve been a regular contributor on ITV’s Good Morning Britain for almost a decade and often feature on BBC 5 Live, where I even guest-edited a radio show.
 
I wrote the bestselling book Mumboss-The Honest Mum’s Guide To Surviving and Thriving at Work and at Home in 2018, with a 2nd edition released in 2020 and the US and Canadian version titled The Working Mom was published in 2021.
 
If you would like to work with me, please email me at mum@honestmum.com.  
You can read more about me here.
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My TV and Campaign Showreel

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48VwWz9s2p0

@honestmum on Instagram

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Screenwriter and director turned content creator and author. 9 years with @itv’s @gmb
MA (distinction)

If you knew me at school, or at university, during If you knew me at school, or at university, during my BA or MA, when I worked in the film industry as a screenwriter and director, or at the start of my digital career back in 2010, on Maternity leave, heck, if you knew me just a few years ago, you don’t know me now. I’m a whole different person. We’re all constantly evolving and growing. I’m not who I was and nor are you. If you don’t really know me, please stop telling people you do 🙏 #growth #millenials #friendship #knowme #facts #honesty #maturity #evolving #friends #therapy #motherhood #relatable #research #growthanddevelopment. IB @colleen_unveiled ❤️🫶
Thinking about the fact pregnancy over 35 is label Thinking about the fact pregnancy over 35 is labelled ‘geriatric’ when research indicates a potential link between later maternal age (post 35) and increased telomere length, which is a marker of cellular aging. Studies suggest that women who have their last child at an older age may have longer telomeres compared to those who have children at younger ages. This association is not a guaranteed cause-and-effect, I know, and further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms and potential confounding factors but it’s good news for older moms and answers the concerns that older moms might not be around for their kids when they’re likely to live a long life ✌️ #pregnancy #over35 #geriatricpregnancy #over40 #momofthree #research #study #didyouknow #facts #factsdaily
Teaching my daughter self-worth (and other lessons Teaching my daughter self-worth (and other lessons) from day-dot. 

I want her to know that exercising boundaries is healthy. 

That we don’t build chairs at tables we’re not welcome. 

We never chase those who show no interest in us. 

We only chase joy, those who see us and love us, education and rainbows! 

Oh and that self-care isn’t selfish. 

#selfcare #lifelessons #mothersanddaughters #mothersday #relatable #fyp #explorepage #exploremore #wholesome #selflove #selfworth #boundaries #momlife #girlmom #boymom #motherhood #selflove❤️. Filmed @oberjoch.familux spa (gifted stay).
My daughter will have the opposite of Daddy Issues My daughter will have the opposite of Daddy Issues. She will meet other men and wonder why they’re not as wonderful as her Dad. He sets the bar . IB: @agaftia 🩷 #daddyissues #bestdad #dadlife #fatherdaughter #father #relatable #daddies. Filmed in the stunning @oberjoch.familux (gift).
The perfect week away @oberjoch.familux @familux.r The perfect week away @oberjoch.familux @familux.resorts. Florence is definitely living her best life. This resort feels like it’s the conception of a brainstorm between parents and children. A haven for both. With absolutely every detail imaginable so both child and parent has a relaxing, active, fun holiday without compromising on premium surroundings, food and facilities. Gifted. #travel #bavaria @bavariatourism #germany #spa #hiking #parenting
The Butterfly Effect is crazy! If I hadn’t met The  Butterfly Effect is crazy! If I hadn’t met my husband whilst we were both studying in London, and my friends never held an intervention to give, ‘the good guy who truly loves you, a chance’ after my questionable dating history (with men who always tried to change me), I wouldn’t have 3 kids now and a life full of love and adventure 🦋 #butterflyeffect #destiny #motherhood #advicethatchangedlife #postpartum #relatablereels. Filmed at the beautiful @oberjoch.familux (gift).
BRB, just Googling, ‘moving to Bavaria’. Stayi BRB, just Googling, ‘moving to Bavaria’. Staying at @oberjoch.familux @familux.resorts in the snow capped, misty mountains of Oberjoch is like stepping into in a live action fairytale. This is a resort with literally everything imaginable available to families: the height of luxury yet completely child-centred and effortlessly so. It’s calm and serene here sans any stuffiness, a haven for families (as if designed by children with their every need considered and catered for), with vast pools, slides, gardens, activities, spacious suites, spas and saunas (for all ages), kids’ clubs (up to age 16), baby facilities, a mini bowling alley, games rooms from birth to 16, a cinema #, and gourmet food available around the clock. There is a sweet on-site farm, waterfalls nearby and streams to explore, dens to build, skiing during the ski holiday season, a state of the art gym with views of the mountains, saunas upon saunas, a spa, and everything in between. I will literally cry ugly tears when our week is over. FYI, my hair and skin are clearer and softer than in my 20s thanks to steam rooms, saunas, mountain air, clear water and all the superfoods we consume (alongside cake for good measure) so if the above has miraculously failed to sell this resort to you, let my new face do the talking, literally 😂(see Stories). Blown away. Press trip. #holiday #vacation #europe #germany #bavaria #press #farm #pools #familytravel #luxurytravel
Arrived in beautiful Bavaria last night and spent Arrived in beautiful Bavaria last night and spent our first full day blown away by the incredible @familux.resorts Oberjoch we are calling home for the next week. 

Families’, and children’s needs particularly, are considered with every step you take at this breathtaking resort in Germany, with vast suites enveloped by the mountains boasting queen size and bunk beds respectively, walk-in wardrobes, large en suites, private gardens and more, to infinity pools, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa with kids’ treatments too, sauna complex, playgrounds, bouncy castles, basketball courts, games rooms, kids’ clubs, a cinema, soft play centres, gyms, climbing walls, and activities morning until night, and not forgetting exquisite food round the clock! I can’t even fit into a caption everything there is to do, eat and see here. Feeling incredibly grateful for this mountain air, achingly beautiful resort and quality time with the family. Full review at the end of the stay (press trip-flights, all inclusive holiday for 5 gifted). #travel #bavaria #familytravel #luxurytravel #holiday #vacation #presstrip #families #mountains #spa #writer
A study called Birth Order and Delinquency: Eviden A study called Birth Order and Delinquency: Evidence from Denmark and Florida claims that the stereotype of the rebellious second-born or middle child may hold some truth.According to the study, in families with two or more children, the second-born child is 25 to 40 percent more likely than their older sibling to get in trouble at school or even end up being arrested.This is believed to be because the second-born receives less attention than the first-born. The first child has their parents all to themselves but the second child always has to share the attention. What do you reckon? #study #research #kids #momlife #motherhood #girlmom #boymom
When it’s not immediately obvious your 3 year ol When it’s not immediately obvious your 3 year old has chosen your nail design but the signs are there 💅! #nails #manicure #relatable #funny #naildesign #toddlers #buildergel #nailinspo
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Screenwriter and director turned content creator and author. 9 years with @itv’s @gmb
MA (distinction)

If you knew me at school, or at university, during If you knew me at school, or at university, during my BA or MA, when I worked in the film industry as a screenwriter and director, or at the start of my digital career back in 2010, on Maternity leave, heck, if you knew me just a few years ago, you don’t know me now. I’m a whole different person. We’re all constantly evolving and growing. I’m not who I was and nor are you. If you don’t really know me, please stop telling people you do 🙏 #growth #millenials #friendship #knowme #facts #honesty #maturity #evolving #friends #therapy #motherhood #relatable #research #growthanddevelopment. IB @colleen_unveiled ❤️🫶
Thinking about the fact pregnancy over 35 is label Thinking about the fact pregnancy over 35 is labelled ‘geriatric’ when research indicates a potential link between later maternal age (post 35) and increased telomere length, which is a marker of cellular aging. Studies suggest that women who have their last child at an older age may have longer telomeres compared to those who have children at younger ages. This association is not a guaranteed cause-and-effect, I know, and further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms and potential confounding factors but it’s good news for older moms and answers the concerns that older moms might not be around for their kids when they’re likely to live a long life ✌️ #pregnancy #over35 #geriatricpregnancy #over40 #momofthree #research #study #didyouknow #facts #factsdaily
Teaching my daughter self-worth (and other lessons Teaching my daughter self-worth (and other lessons) from day-dot. 

I want her to know that exercising boundaries is healthy. 

That we don’t build chairs at tables we’re not welcome. 

We never chase those who show no interest in us. 

We only chase joy, those who see us and love us, education and rainbows! 

Oh and that self-care isn’t selfish. 

#selfcare #lifelessons #mothersanddaughters #mothersday #relatable #fyp #explorepage #exploremore #wholesome #selflove #selfworth #boundaries #momlife #girlmom #boymom #motherhood #selflove❤️. Filmed @oberjoch.familux spa (gifted stay).
My daughter will have the opposite of Daddy Issues My daughter will have the opposite of Daddy Issues. She will meet other men and wonder why they’re not as wonderful as her Dad. He sets the bar . IB: @agaftia 🩷 #daddyissues #bestdad #dadlife #fatherdaughter #father #relatable #daddies. Filmed in the stunning @oberjoch.familux (gift).
The perfect week away @oberjoch.familux @familux.r The perfect week away @oberjoch.familux @familux.resorts. Florence is definitely living her best life. This resort feels like it’s the conception of a brainstorm between parents and children. A haven for both. With absolutely every detail imaginable so both child and parent has a relaxing, active, fun holiday without compromising on premium surroundings, food and facilities. Gifted. #travel #bavaria @bavariatourism #germany #spa #hiking #parenting
The Butterfly Effect is crazy! If I hadn’t met The  Butterfly Effect is crazy! If I hadn’t met my husband whilst we were both studying in London, and my friends never held an intervention to give, ‘the good guy who truly loves you, a chance’ after my questionable dating history (with men who always tried to change me), I wouldn’t have 3 kids now and a life full of love and adventure 🦋 #butterflyeffect #destiny #motherhood #advicethatchangedlife #postpartum #relatablereels. Filmed at the beautiful @oberjoch.familux (gift).
BRB, just Googling, ‘moving to Bavaria’. Stayi BRB, just Googling, ‘moving to Bavaria’. Staying at @oberjoch.familux @familux.resorts in the snow capped, misty mountains of Oberjoch is like stepping into in a live action fairytale. This is a resort with literally everything imaginable available to families: the height of luxury yet completely child-centred and effortlessly so. It’s calm and serene here sans any stuffiness, a haven for families (as if designed by children with their every need considered and catered for), with vast pools, slides, gardens, activities, spacious suites, spas and saunas (for all ages), kids’ clubs (up to age 16), baby facilities, a mini bowling alley, games rooms from birth to 16, a cinema #, and gourmet food available around the clock. There is a sweet on-site farm, waterfalls nearby and streams to explore, dens to build, skiing during the ski holiday season, a state of the art gym with views of the mountains, saunas upon saunas, a spa, and everything in between. I will literally cry ugly tears when our week is over. FYI, my hair and skin are clearer and softer than in my 20s thanks to steam rooms, saunas, mountain air, clear water and all the superfoods we consume (alongside cake for good measure) so if the above has miraculously failed to sell this resort to you, let my new face do the talking, literally 😂(see Stories). Blown away. Press trip. #holiday #vacation #europe #germany #bavaria #press #farm #pools #familytravel #luxurytravel
Arrived in beautiful Bavaria last night and spent Arrived in beautiful Bavaria last night and spent our first full day blown away by the incredible @familux.resorts Oberjoch we are calling home for the next week. 

Families’, and children’s needs particularly, are considered with every step you take at this breathtaking resort in Germany, with vast suites enveloped by the mountains boasting queen size and bunk beds respectively, walk-in wardrobes, large en suites, private gardens and more, to infinity pools, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa with kids’ treatments too, sauna complex, playgrounds, bouncy castles, basketball courts, games rooms, kids’ clubs, a cinema, soft play centres, gyms, climbing walls, and activities morning until night, and not forgetting exquisite food round the clock! I can’t even fit into a caption everything there is to do, eat and see here. Feeling incredibly grateful for this mountain air, achingly beautiful resort and quality time with the family. Full review at the end of the stay (press trip-flights, all inclusive holiday for 5 gifted). #travel #bavaria #familytravel #luxurytravel #holiday #vacation #presstrip #families #mountains #spa #writer
A study called Birth Order and Delinquency: Eviden A study called Birth Order and Delinquency: Evidence from Denmark and Florida claims that the stereotype of the rebellious second-born or middle child may hold some truth.According to the study, in families with two or more children, the second-born child is 25 to 40 percent more likely than their older sibling to get in trouble at school or even end up being arrested.This is believed to be because the second-born receives less attention than the first-born. The first child has their parents all to themselves but the second child always has to share the attention. What do you reckon? #study #research #kids #momlife #motherhood #girlmom #boymom
When it’s not immediately obvious your 3 year ol When it’s not immediately obvious your 3 year old has chosen your nail design but the signs are there 💅! #nails #manicure #relatable #funny #naildesign #toddlers #buildergel #nailinspo
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