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5 Ways to Practice Mindfulness as They Play
No matter how much we love our children, sometimes it’s hard to be present as they play - particularly if they’re asking for the same activity again and again... and again! Home educating mum of two and Mama...
5 Ways to Burn Off Their Energy Indoors
Next time you’re feeling the tension rising because they really need to get their energy out, relax – home educating mum of 2 and Mama Brown & Co contributor, Saskia Crawley shares her tips on keeping yo...
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The Mama Brown Playbook is HERE
Hands up if you're already struggling for festive play ideas to keep the minis entertained...are you already wondering how you'll match their excitement for Christmas activities in the build up to the big d...
A Day In The Life of Ruth Sturdy
Squeezing post office runs between pre-school pick ups and trade shows around family time with her two young children, Ruth Sturdy founder of the Book Of You shares a typical day as she juggles founding her ...
Our Playful Gift Guide is HERE!
The 'C' word is most definitely upon us but never fear, if you haven't started shopping yet help is here! Our first ever Christmas Gift Guide is ready for you to scroll, shop and salivate over.
If, like me, ...
Snacks: How Much Is Too Much Sugar?
“What SNACK did you bring Mum?’’ Does anyone else get greeted at pick up every day with that line? But with all the sweet treats on offer it can often be hard to find snacks that the minis want to eat but w...
How to Stay Safe this Bonfire Night
Remember, remember the 5th of November! Bonfire night is such a wonderful, colourful evening, and can be great fun to celebrate. Did you know that until 1959 it was actually illegal not to celebrate bonfire ...
A Day In The Life Of... Rosie Meringue
As mama to two lively little ones, a third on the way and side-hustle queen, a day in the life of Rosie China is certainly busy! Read on to find out how she juggles work & family life, and keeps all the ...
How Do You Halloween?
As pumpkin play reaches fever pitch, have you got your Halloween game on this half term? We've worked with a couple of our favourite playful partners to bring you some activity ideas which will keep the whol...
5 Ways To Master Tree Climbing
Anyone else find themselves coaxing children out of trees on a daily basis? If the answer is yes you're not alone, but help is on hand to help us all embrace this classic quest for adventure.
Charlotte from...
5 Ways to Make Screen Time More Educational
Hands-up who else feels the parent guilt when iPads and TV remotes come out... If it’s child development you’re worried about, home-educating mum of 2 and Mama Brown & Co contributor Saskia Crawley share...
5 Ways to Learn Phonics at the Playground
If you thought strengthening your child’s phonic knowledge had to mean sitting down with them at the kitchen table, think again. Home educating mum of 2 and Mama Brown & Co contributor Saskia Crawley sh...
Introducing the Mama Brown Magazine
It’s here! The very first online magazine dedicated to making parenting playful!
We may not be a magazine in a traditional sense (forget the page flick, it’s all about the scroll) but we aim to be your n...
A Day In The Life of... Kat 'Mama' Brown
Squeezing in the school run and music classes with my 3 year old around running Mama Brown & Co from my dining table – life is never dull (or quiet!) Read on as I walk you through a typical day in the B...
A Day In The Life of... Kristal from Sparklechild
Getting the children to school by morning, making sparkling play accessories and providing Instagram Story gold by day – Kristal shares a whirlwind day in the life as the founder of Sparklechild.
Wake-Up Ca...
5 Ways To Learn Through Messy Play
Messy play, love it or loathe it? Whichever camp you're in it can be a struggle to relax, embrace the chaos and let them explore sensory play when you're knee deep in paint and dried pasta! This week Lauren ...
