Megan Bidmead

Bristol, Somerset

Writer at Freelance

Mum, writer, nonsense person [email protected]

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Articles

Quick Reads Review: Your Shortcut to Enjoying Books Again

3 weeks ago | anythinggoeslifestyle.co.uk | Megan Bidmead

Designed to get people back into reading, Quick Reads are short books written by bestselling authors. Retailing at only £1 (and available from libraries), these are accessible books that are fun to read and easy to digest. Whether you’re in a temporary reading rut or you haven’t picked up a book in years, these are a great way to ease you back into reading. I was kindly sent a few Quick Reads from The Reading Agency; here’s what I thought of them.
Homemade Slushie, Shake & Sorbet Recipes: Easy At-Home Drinks

3 weeks ago | anythinggoeslifestyle.co.uk | Megan Bidmead

You may remember the news story earlier this year about slushies; two seven-year-olds in the UK and Ireland needed emergency treatment after drinking a slushy, and the advice now is to hold off giving slushies to kids until they are eight years old. While my children are past that age, I do read this with some horror after giving them slushies when they were younger. But I can make positive changes now.
Why Creative Hobbies Are More Important Than Ever

3 weeks ago | anythinggoeslifestyle.co.uk | Megan Bidmead

The rise of AI is disrupting a lot of areas of life at the moment, but one of the hardest-hit areas is the creative industries. According to a survey from the Society of Authors, a quarter of illustrators have lost their jobs to AI already, and 86% of respondents are concerned that the use of AI devalues human-made creative work. It’s difficult not to have strong feelings about this, but AI isn’t going away, and many of us will have to start using it in our jobs, for example.
Period Nutrition: How to Fuel Your Body During Your Menstrual Cycle

3 weeks ago | anythinggoeslifestyle.co.uk | Megan Bidmead

Every woman experiences periods slightly differently. For me, my periods have always been difficult to contend with, and I tend to crave specific food: pasta, chocolate, and crisps are the biggest culprits. While I do think a treat every now and then isn’t a bad thing, it’s worth noting that there are certain kinds of foods that can help to reduce symptoms like cramps, bloating, and tiredness.
Thinky Direct 2025: All aboard the Spooky Express! This track-laying puzzle game is a real head-scratcher

3 weeks ago | thinkygames.com | Megan Bidmead

, 3 June 2025 Spooky Express is part of Thinky Direct 2025! If you missed it, Thinky Direct was our very first games showcase that gave a spotlight to a bunch of highly anticipated thinky games you'll love to solve. There were big announcements, exclusive trailers, brand new demos, and more! If you want to view the showcase, right here on the website, on YouTube, and on Twitch. What's more stressful than building a railway line?
Making Athleisure Wearable

1 month ago | anythinggoeslifestyle.co.uk | Megan Bidmead

Since the COVID-19 lockdowns, many of us have switched to athleisure as everyday wear. Once you start prioritising comfort, it’s hard to go back! Unfortunately, if you’re anything like me, you might feel a bit scruffy in your hoodie and joggers on the school run. But it’s possible to look stylish, even while relaxing at home or heading to the gym. It’s all in the way you style each piece and the quality of the clothing itself.
The Pros and Cons of the Different Types of Worktops

1 month ago | anythinggoeslifestyle.co.uk | Megan Bidmead

Designing a new kitchen is such an exciting experience, but every decision matters when you’re trying to tie a room together. Worktops are one of the most important choices you have to make. They need to be durable, to match the look of your home, and to fit into your lifestyle in terms of how much care you’ll need to give them.
How to Convey Your Struggles With Your Children

1 month ago | anythinggoeslifestyle.co.uk | Megan Bidmead

Raising children can feel like an all-consuming task. We all want happy, healthy, untroubled lives for our kids: if we could wrap them up in a safe bubble, I think many of us would at least be tempted to do so. But life doesn’t stop just because we have kids, and that includes hard times, which will inevitably come. Challenges in adult life are hard to cope with, and it can be really difficult to know how (and when) to share your troubles with your kids. There are benefits to doing so.
Review: The Missing Piece by Stacey and Paul Martino

1 month ago | anythinggoeslifestyle.co.uk | Megan Bidmead

Relationships can be complicated. The longer you’re together, the more history is built between you. And because each couple is made up of two individuals – with two of their own minds, histories, family lives, and backgrounds – the intricacies of their relationship together can be difficult to untangle, especially when you hit a bump in the road. That’s why I’m always a bit skeptical of anyone who says they have the definitive answer on how to ‘fix’ a relationship.
How to Get Value for Money When Holidaying as a Family

1 month ago | anythinggoeslifestyle.co.uk | Megan Bidmead

As a family, we try to go on holiday as often as we can afford (which is usually once or twice a year). We budget for this, but increasingly, our holiday budget has been strained, and we usually go over. Everything is becoming more expensive, especially in tourist hotspots, and it’s difficult to sustain even basic UK holidays. So, what’s the answer? It’s not easy, but there are a few things you can try to keep the costs down.