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The Gift of a New Baby. Top Tips to Surviving the Early Days of Parenthood.
Ah, parenthood—the most exhilarating rollercoaster ride you never bought tickets for! The early days of parenting are like stepping into a surreal Wonderland where the Cheshire Cat grins knowingly, and the Mad Hatter serves up sleepless nights with a side of baby sick! But fear not for on this wild, wonderful and mind meltingly exhausting adventure, we shall uncover the secrets to surviving the early days of parenthood with style and grace.
Unwrap Joy: Embracing the Delights of Our Online Gift Shop!
In a world that's constantly evolving, convenience has become our steadfast companion. Whether it's streaming our favourite movies or ordering groceries online, technology has beautifully interwoven itself into our daily...
Embracing the Sun: Preparing Mind and Body for a Vibrant Summer
With the arrival of summer, our spirits are lifted, and the warm rays of the sun beckon us outdoors. It's the perfect time to revitalize both our mental and physical well-being, setting the stage for a fulfilling and joyful season.
Shining a Light on Mental Health: Reflecting on Mental Health Awareness Week
Mental Health Awareness Week serves as a beacon of hope, compassion, and understanding in a world where mental health challenges are pervasive. By creating awareness, breaking stigma, promoting self-care, encouraging support, and inspiring policy changes, this week-long event empowers individuals and communities to address mental health issues with compassion and empathy.
Ooh we love a brew. National Tea Day - What could be better?
Today is National Tea Day, a whole day dedicated to the celebration of Britain's favourite brew. Here is the low down on the best drink of the day and the 5 rules of pouring the perfect cuppa!
Get A Spring in Your Step and Plan Your Garden.
With Spring fast approaching, there’s never been a better time to dust off those wellies, get those scruffs on and get digging.
Ooh-Box has a collection of gardening gifts and gifts for gardeners that will bring a smile to your green fingered friends. From Seed Sets to Bee Hotels we have some "blooming" great gift boxes!
Get Moving! Mind and Body Tips for a Happy and Healthy 2023
We have all read the advice about altering our commute. Getting off the bus a stop earlier, parking the car a little bit further away from work and running up stairs rather than taking the lift. It works! The equation is simple, burn off more than you put in.
Is it OK to embrace sadness? Of Course! Here's Why.
If sadness is visiting you every now and again, however, sometimes it’s good to leave the door on the latch, stick the kettle on, and sit down with it. If you’re feeling brave, you can even leave it a key.
OohBox Tips to Finding Calm in a Busy World
Calm is an elusive state of being nowadays. Finding calm in today’s hectic world often feels like finding a needle in a haystack, but that doesn’t mean it’s totally out of your reach.
How to start Meeting Your Own Needs
I’ve recently started tracking my habits, and, in a nutshell, it ain’t good. On a typical day, I wake up when the baby shouts for me, I get his milk...
Practising Gratitude
Do you say "Thank you" to the woman holding the door for you? Do you say it to the postman? Do you say it to your SO? The more we notice who we’re thanking in the day the more we notice all the little things people do for us.
Struggling with Your Houseplants? Handy Hints to Keep Them Happy
Plants are so so important for our mental health, our food, our air quality, our wildlife and the planet. Let’s play our very small part to help them out.
