As usual, it was pretty impossible to work this half-term. With our kids’ school recently becoming an academy, we had the unexpected….bonus (?) of a 17 day long half term. Here’s what we got up to… I confess, it really didn’t start well! The smallest got chicken pox a few days before the start of […]
Chronic illness. It has made summer quite the challenge. I have been totally absent from Facebook and Instagram when it comes to Oojamabobs. Most parents will agree, it’s tough balancing work life and home life and nothing tests that more than the Summer holidays. Let alone adding chronic illness into the mix. I’ve hardly found […]
I’ve been doing a lot of events recently. These tend to be family fun days, or autism or SEND events and I have a lot of wonderful young people and their families visiting my table.The bright colours and fun shapes attract adults and children alike (which of course is my aim; funky designs for all […]
Why do some children chew excessively? Chewing is a totally natural and normal behaviour for children, especially during their early years. We all know babies and young toddlers put everything in their mouths, from toys and shoes to cat food, sand and even snails….I always found the eating of sand in particular grossed me out!! […]
Take-home strategies from Purple Ella’s talk on ADHD and Autism in Bristol Last week I got to go to my old stomping ground (Bristol) to see my amazing friend talk about their experiences of having both Autism and ADHD. I was kindly invited to attend by Bristol Autism Support and set up a table with […]
Read about the upcoming Autism and ADHD Talk with Purple Ella On Monday 27th November, I’ll be heading to DoubleTree Hilton, in Bristol City Centre, to listen to the fabulous Purple Ella and their talk on Autism and ADHD, as hosted by Bristol Autism Support and Bristol Parent Carers. Get your FREE tickets to this […]
Sensory overload and my experiences as a parent with a chronic illness and minor brain injury Oh my god, my children overload me so much. I’m writing this from my bedroom, where I have just taken myself after dinner, for something like a self-induced time-out. It’s Friday, the kids are over tired and silly, we’ve […]
Chew Necklaces and anxiety Living with anxiety can be extremely challenging, but finding effective coping mechanisms can make a significant difference to one’s daily life. One such innovative solution gaining popularity is the use of chew necklaces. Made from food-grade silicone, these simple yet ingenious accessories are not only stylish but also serve as a […]
Chewy Jewellery time! Chewy jewellery table set-up at Kidz to Adultz It’s a grey Wednesday afternoon, the day before the Kidz to Adultz Wales and West show and I’ve just pulled up to CIC centre in Newport, with my hatchback crammed full of chewable goodies.There’s a bit of a wait, with all the other exhibitors […]
I am eagerly anticipating the Kidz to Adults Wales and West show this tomorrow, Thursday 21st September!! I am a huge people person, I love meeting new people and chatting to them as I am very passionate about what I do. Oojamabobs is not just a business to me. Helping others is a part of […]
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