Jane Kemp

1 month ago | womanandhome.com | Jane Kemp |Ella Dove

Have you been feeling the desire to learn something new? No matter where you're at in life, it's only natural to feel stale sometimes, or to crave time for yourself – so why not do something different? These four women all took up a new hobby or learned a new skill as mid-life and older adults. From a complicated local language to a musical instrument, here they share how they've found these ventures incredibly rewarding and fulfilling.

Dec 18, 2023 | goodto.com | Jane Kemp

We all want to create magical memories for our families at Christmas. But, buying festive food, gifts and decorations can put a real squeeze on finances. If you’re looking for a way to get ahead and ace next year’s celebrations, a Park Christmas Savings account could be just what you need – as Steph Lowe, 40, from London, has discovered. ‘Christmas is a busy, noisy, happy time for my family. Last year, there were 6 of us round the table. My son is five.

Sep 6, 2023 | marieclaire.co.uk | Jane Kemp

Why do so many parents *still* feel awkward talking to their children about periods, and how can you have age appropriate conversations that feel comfortable? Here we ask parenting expert and author Anita Cleare why we find it so difficult  – plus when and how to tackle period conversations at different ages. Starting their period is a major milestone in any child’s life – it’s the clearest possible signal that their body is maturing towards adulthood. The average age for a first period is now 12.