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Oliver-Honest Mum

Crafting with Kids (But Not As You Know It)

April 26, 2013
Reading’s kinda like crafting isn’t it?! Crafting with Kids (But Not As You Know It). Although I have a strong...
Oliver in sunglasses

Sunshine!

April 26, 2013
The last few days have been super sunny in the UK and it's made us all feel fabulously happy again! There's nothing like warm walks in the park and eating al fresco to brighten up the day.
magenta flowers

Is Hily Worth It? In-Depth Review of Features and Pricing

April 23, 2013
Daters, listen up!
OIiver

Cool Kid

April 19, 2013
My kids are cool (natch) but I was especially proud this morning when Oliver announced he wanted my recent purchase of "Trevor 'Elson' on please Mummy".
Alexander

How Time Flies

April 17, 2013
I know all parents say it, but time really does fly when you have kids. I was sure I only came out of hospital with Alexander the other day but look, he's 7 months already this Saturday.
Sharmin in Aruba

Interview with Publicist Sharmin de Vries

April 17, 2013
Sharmin is a PR consultant from Amsterdam working for Linden & Barbosa, an agency specialising in marketing/PR.
Oliver-Honest Mum

A Long Weekend in Robin Hood’s Bay

April 16, 2013
My darling husband Peter surprised me with a long weekend for all the family to Robin Hood's Bay near Whitby in Yorkshire from Friday until Monday and it was just the relaxing tonic we craved.
Alexander pensive

Give the Baby Some Space

April 15, 2013
So after writing passionately about Bump Feelers and Baby Holders, I now bring you the Baby Shoe Chewers.
Honest Mum at The Real Greek

Is George Clooney Greek and Other Important Questions

April 12, 2013
So ab fab subscribers and followers aside (i.e. my 500 strong Big Fat Greek Family), other folks often find my blog through search engines and I've been laughing my Kardashian-esque backside off at what's been entered into Google and the like recently to bring you to this here blog. You ready?
Alexander

No Judgement

April 8, 2013
Chatting to some other Mummy friends today, we recalled how judgmental we were before babies. You've done it. I've done it. We've all done and bought the judgmental t-shirt.
Oliver eating an iced treat

Funny Things My Kid Says (lately)

April 3, 2013
So my 3 years and 2 month old, comedy genius boy is back again with his hilarious musings. Here are just a few recent observations:
The Yorkshire Sculpture Park

A Happy Easter

March 31, 2013
You know those days which simply reaffirm what life is all about? Those days that as you live them in real time they form your 'happy place'. So far, this Easter weekend has been filled with days I know we will reflect on in years to come as 'those were the days'.
Mulberry Bayswater

An Investment Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in Black Soft Gold Grainy Print

March 27, 2013
Like most women, I adore beautifully made hand bags and shoes. They can transform an outfit and instantly reflect who you are or how you feel that day. What's more, bag and shoe shopping do not rely on a certain body size or shape and suit everyone. Last week I decided to treat myself to an investment Mulberry bag.
Andi Osho

Interview with Andi Osho, Actor & Comedian

March 27, 2013
Accomplished actor, writer and award winning stand up comedian, Andi Osho has appeared on Live At The Apollo, Michael McIntrye's Roadshow and Mock The Week as well as guest starring in Eastenders, Holby City, Casualty and several other acclaimed BBC comedies and dramas. She is a regular blogger and podcaster and currently lives in LA.

PMT, How Fun!

March 26, 2013
There's a reason you never hear women remark, "Oh the week before menstruation is fun isn't it?" Ever.
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Vicki Psarias/ Vicki Broadbent/ Honest Mum

Hi! I’m Vicki, mum to a teen, tween and 3 year old! I’m an award-winning filmmaker, content creator and author working across print, digital and TV. I’m also a regular parenting expert for Bored Panda (reaching 121 million views a month). My Instagram handle reaches 20m 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.

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Did you know a study from Boston University discov Did you know a study from Boston University discovered women who got pregnant naturally with their last child after 33 were twice as likely to live to 95 as those who’d had their last child before hitting 29? An earlier study from the New England Centenarian Study found women who had children after 40 were 4 x more likely to live to 100 than those who had their last child at a younger age. Fertility is a health marker and while correlation doesn’t equate to causation it’s fascinating data. I had a baby at just 28, 31 and 5 days before my 41st birthday 🙌. This seems plausible in my case as recent hormone tests and a scan show my fertility age is 30 despite my chronological age being 45. #science #research #pregnancy #over40 #facts geriatric pregnancy motherhood facts on facts fyp viral newborn baby girl baby boy mom of three mum mummy
Let hope they’re not as wild as we were at 16 @ala Let hope they’re not as wild as we were at 16 @aladdinscaveleeds 😂!!!! This is your sign to have babies 2 weeks apart from your bestie so in 4 years time this is what play dates look like 🧜 ❄️. Sooo sweet! #bestie #babygirls #momlife #frozen #disney best friends friendship four years old pregnancy best mates growing up together girls friendship mum life mum over 40 mothers inspiration twins next generation
What do I have in common with The Spice Girls, Tin What do I have in common with The Spice Girls, Tina Turner and Sylvester Stallone? Great dance moves, yes (ha) but most importantly, we have all stayed at the elegant Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort @oulton.hall  thanks to an invitation from @spaseekers -and Mama, it was simply the best! Sorry, I couldn’t help it. It really was though!
Just look how stunning it is!

A Grade II listed mansion in Rothwell, South Leeds, Oulton Hall hotel boasts a 27 hole golf course, Elemis spa and 4 dining venues in stunning landscaped gardens deep in the countryside, far from hustle and bustle, yet only a short drive from the city centre. An oasis of calm this family fell in love with.

Our family’s suite for 5 was enveloped in springtime blossom trees, visible from every window, making this historic hotel an utter haven for guests like us, who wanted to retreat into a historic manor house for the weekend, in a bid to completely forget the outside world for a little while.

Look at this romantic decor, I was making notes as we’re still renovating! The gilded mirrors, crystal chandeliers and warm wooden touches, draped curtains and restored fireplaces have my name all over them! So classically beautiful.

One of my closest friends Rachael (and my daughter Florence’s godmother) lives nearby (in fact the house they bought was originally part of the hotel’s estate) so it was a real treat she could join us for (an excellent) lunch with her youngest child George before they ventured to the coast for a football tournament. Talk about quality time with family and friends. I also had a luxe gel Jessica manicure in the spa and after an hour and a half felt like I had brand new hands. Scroll through to have a look 💅! 

You can read my review in full at honestmum.com. Press stay. Gifted. #hotels #family #review #spa #yorkshire leeds Easter holidays
I grew those hairs myself so don’t @ me 😭😭😭 #relat I grew those hairs myself so don’t @ me 😭😭😭 #relatable #momlife #babyhair #longhair #viral fyp Daughters mothers pregnancy in utero baby hair long hair four year old motherhood cutting hair relatable reels parenting honest parenting family daughters longest hair curly hair children haircut
Research indicates that grandmothers who care for Research indicates that grandmothers who care for their grandchildren may experience slower cognitive decline and a lower risk of developing dementia. Regular, moderate involvement, rather than intense, full-time care, is associated with stronger memory and language skills, likely due to increased social interaction, purpose, and reduced loneliness. The same was not found for grandfathers as they weren’t dominant in planning activities. PMCID: PMC11077304  PMID: 38486366
When you’re at the grandparents’ house and your ki When you’re at the grandparents’ house and your kids need something but you’re basically their sibling now. Go ask my 
Mummy please 🤣 #grandparents #relatable #momlife #fyp #funny
Research indicates that involved grandmothers sign Research indicates that involved grandmothers significantly boost grandchild survival, cognitive development, and emotional well-being. The “Grandmother Hypothesis” suggests post-menopausal women evolved to increase their genetic legacy by aiding offspring survival. Furthermore, studies show grandmothers have higher emotional empathy for grandchildren. #grandmothers #grandchildren #research #studies #fyp Research University of Cambridge.
Who relates to this?! …You think your mum’s boring Who relates to this?! …You think your mum’s boring now but in the 2000s she danced on speakers in platforms at clubs until 3am and still made all her uni lectures. No proof, social 
media or gps 🙌. We were free! #millenials #mums #nostalgia #90s #spicegirls funny clubbing platforms heels university life
‘Let’s go camping’. My 4 year old: ‘Truly, never’ ‘Let’s go camping’. My 4 year old: ‘Truly, never’ 😂. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, I tell you 😂🙌. Luxury breaks in Grade II listed historic mansions forever please 🙈😂🙌! We had a dreamy weekend @oulton.hall thanks to @spaseekers with a luxury 90 minute Jessica gel manicure in the spa for me, the suite of dreams (we were trying to guess if it was the one the Spice Girls stayed in when they were there back in the day), excellent food and the rest and relaxation we deeply craved after a tough month as I nursed an acute sports injury. 10/10! #hotels #daughter #spa #funnyreels #relatable hotels luxury travel breaks weekends weekend away Easter camping grade II listed Yorkshire leeds suite
There are 3 people who are always right: Women. F There are 3 people who are 
always right:
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First born daughters. 
First born granddaughters. 
If you find someone who is all 
three, buckle up! Am I right? #mothers #daughters #relatable #viral #momlife
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Writer and director. Mum of three. Greek Myths- ´A brilliant book ‘ @deborahmeaden. Recommended by the @sundaytimes. MA with distinction at 21-go me 😂

Did you know a study from Boston University discov Did you know a study from Boston University discovered women who got pregnant naturally with their last child after 33 were twice as likely to live to 95 as those who’d had their last child before hitting 29? An earlier study from the New England Centenarian Study found women who had children after 40 were 4 x more likely to live to 100 than those who had their last child at a younger age. Fertility is a health marker and while correlation doesn’t equate to causation it’s fascinating data. I had a baby at just 28, 31 and 5 days before my 41st birthday 🙌. This seems plausible in my case as recent hormone tests and a scan show my fertility age is 30 despite my chronological age being 45. #science #research #pregnancy #over40 #facts geriatric pregnancy motherhood facts on facts fyp viral newborn baby girl baby boy mom of three mum mummy
Let hope they’re not as wild as we were at 16 @ala Let hope they’re not as wild as we were at 16 @aladdinscaveleeds 😂!!!! This is your sign to have babies 2 weeks apart from your bestie so in 4 years time this is what play dates look like 🧜 ❄️. Sooo sweet! #bestie #babygirls #momlife #frozen #disney best friends friendship four years old pregnancy best mates growing up together girls friendship mum life mum over 40 mothers inspiration twins next generation
What do I have in common with The Spice Girls, Tin What do I have in common with The Spice Girls, Tina Turner and Sylvester Stallone? Great dance moves, yes (ha) but most importantly, we have all stayed at the elegant Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort @oulton.hall  thanks to an invitation from @spaseekers -and Mama, it was simply the best! Sorry, I couldn’t help it. It really was though!
Just look how stunning it is!

A Grade II listed mansion in Rothwell, South Leeds, Oulton Hall hotel boasts a 27 hole golf course, Elemis spa and 4 dining venues in stunning landscaped gardens deep in the countryside, far from hustle and bustle, yet only a short drive from the city centre. An oasis of calm this family fell in love with.

Our family’s suite for 5 was enveloped in springtime blossom trees, visible from every window, making this historic hotel an utter haven for guests like us, who wanted to retreat into a historic manor house for the weekend, in a bid to completely forget the outside world for a little while.

Look at this romantic decor, I was making notes as we’re still renovating! The gilded mirrors, crystal chandeliers and warm wooden touches, draped curtains and restored fireplaces have my name all over them! So classically beautiful.

One of my closest friends Rachael (and my daughter Florence’s godmother) lives nearby (in fact the house they bought was originally part of the hotel’s estate) so it was a real treat she could join us for (an excellent) lunch with her youngest child George before they ventured to the coast for a football tournament. Talk about quality time with family and friends. I also had a luxe gel Jessica manicure in the spa and after an hour and a half felt like I had brand new hands. Scroll through to have a look 💅! 

You can read my review in full at honestmum.com. Press stay. Gifted. #hotels #family #review #spa #yorkshire leeds Easter holidays
I grew those hairs myself so don’t @ me 😭😭😭 #relat I grew those hairs myself so don’t @ me 😭😭😭 #relatable #momlife #babyhair #longhair #viral fyp Daughters mothers pregnancy in utero baby hair long hair four year old motherhood cutting hair relatable reels parenting honest parenting family daughters longest hair curly hair children haircut
Research indicates that grandmothers who care for Research indicates that grandmothers who care for their grandchildren may experience slower cognitive decline and a lower risk of developing dementia. Regular, moderate involvement, rather than intense, full-time care, is associated with stronger memory and language skills, likely due to increased social interaction, purpose, and reduced loneliness. The same was not found for grandfathers as they weren’t dominant in planning activities. PMCID: PMC11077304  PMID: 38486366
When you’re at the grandparents’ house and your ki When you’re at the grandparents’ house and your kids need something but you’re basically their sibling now. Go ask my 
Mummy please 🤣 #grandparents #relatable #momlife #fyp #funny
Research indicates that involved grandmothers sign Research indicates that involved grandmothers significantly boost grandchild survival, cognitive development, and emotional well-being. The “Grandmother Hypothesis” suggests post-menopausal women evolved to increase their genetic legacy by aiding offspring survival. Furthermore, studies show grandmothers have higher emotional empathy for grandchildren. #grandmothers #grandchildren #research #studies #fyp Research University of Cambridge.
Who relates to this?! …You think your mum’s boring Who relates to this?! …You think your mum’s boring now but in the 2000s she danced on speakers in platforms at clubs until 3am and still made all her uni lectures. No proof, social 
media or gps 🙌. We were free! #millenials #mums #nostalgia #90s #spicegirls funny clubbing platforms heels university life
‘Let’s go camping’. My 4 year old: ‘Truly, never’ ‘Let’s go camping’. My 4 year old: ‘Truly, never’ 😂. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, I tell you 😂🙌. Luxury breaks in Grade II listed historic mansions forever please 🙈😂🙌! We had a dreamy weekend @oulton.hall thanks to @spaseekers with a luxury 90 minute Jessica gel manicure in the spa for me, the suite of dreams (we were trying to guess if it was the one the Spice Girls stayed in when they were there back in the day), excellent food and the rest and relaxation we deeply craved after a tough month as I nursed an acute sports injury. 10/10! #hotels #daughter #spa #funnyreels #relatable hotels luxury travel breaks weekends weekend away Easter camping grade II listed Yorkshire leeds suite
There are 3 people who are always right: Women. F There are 3 people who are 
always right:
Women.
First born daughters. 
First born granddaughters. 
If you find someone who is all 
three, buckle up! Am I right? #mothers #daughters #relatable #viral #momlife
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