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Top Ten tips for travelling with children

Top Ten tips for travelling with children

Est. Reading Time: 7 minutesTravelling with children can be hectic and stressful, however, it doesn’t have to be. Recently on a flight to Johannesburg, I experienced an extraordinary lady who was attempting the 11-hour flight on her own with three little ones as her husband was meeting them there. She was calm, organised and full of tricks. So here are some of her tricks with a few added tips from me.

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Benefits & Considerations of Pensions for Children

Benefits & Considerations of Pensions for Children

Est. Reading Time: 6 minutesOne solution that often goes unnoticed is setting up a pension for your children. It may come as a surprise, but even newborns are eligible for a pension, just like working adults. Parents and guardians have the option to establish pensions for their little ones and make contributions on their behalf.

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Interview with Ashley James

Interview with Ashley James

Est. Reading Time: 42 minutesTalented Ashley James is a TV presenter, model, DJ and Mum of two. Ashley is a familiar face on TV, but she is perhaps most well known at the moment for her presenting role on This Morning and her inspirational, honest and relatable content on social media which has led to Ashley gaining a large social media following of loyal fans.

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Are you camp Dry January or camp Ginuary? Cocktail Recipes for both!

Are you camp Dry January or camp Ginuary? Cocktail Recipes for both!

Est. Reading Time: 5 minutesAre you in camp Dry January or camp Ginuary? It’s the first year we’d heard about Ginuary, not sure how we’ve missed it in previous years, but we were keen to find out more about it – is it just another hashtag or is there more to it than? Effectively Ginuary is simply a counterpoint to Dry January or Dryanuary.

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Balancing Fatherhood Ambition: Danny Miller and Nige Clucas

Balancing Fatherhood Ambition: Danny Miller and Nige Clucas

Est. Reading Time: 41 minutesDad of two, and Actor Danny Miller, and Dad of one, Capital FM’s Nige “Wingman” Cluclas joined forces to create Albert’s bookshelf earlier this year.
Albert’s bookshelf is a delightful collection of children’s audio books brought to life through the magic of audio narration. Bringing popular timeless tales, vibrant characters, and thrilling adventures to life – all at the touch of a button perfect for helping your little ones wind down at bedtime on those days you’re not able to read them a bedtime story!

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Sitting is the new smoking

Sitting is the new smoking

Est. Reading Time: 14 minutesYes, you read that right.

And that is frightening.

Long-term sitting down is now linked to more chronic illness and ill health such as heart disease, lung disease, diabetes etc than smoking is.

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Jorgie Porter and Ollie Piotrowski

Jorgie Porter and Ollie Piotrowski

Est. Reading Time: 62 minutesThe couple who have been together since 2020 have been through some heartbreaking times during their time together, including the excruciating loss of their quadruplets, when Jorgie was 14 weeks pregnant in 2021. Fortunately, the heartbreak only strengthened their bond and they have since announced their engagement and welcomed their first child together in November 2022 – the adorable little Forest.

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Choosing The Right Hair Care Products For Kids

Choosing The Right Hair Care Products For Kids

Choosing The Right Hair Care products for kidsSelecting the right hair care products for your child is an important task, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Children’s hair is more delicate and sensitive than that of adults, so it requires extra care. With...

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Imposter Syndrome – Do you feel like an imposter?

Imposter Syndrome – Do you feel like an imposter?

Est. Reading Time: 5 minutesImposter syndrome and the anxiety surrounding that feeling of ‘Imposter Syndrome’ is something I still hear a lot of people talk about in one way or another and I I have a view on it that may differ to others, but I would love you to hear me out and see if I can help you adjust your own perspective of what it means to be an imposter!

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THE POWER OF 10 MINUTE WORKOUT

THE POWER OF 10 MINUTE WORKOUT

The Power of 10 Minute workouts Should busy mums be embracing shorter workouts to get better results? Mum and personal trainer Jenny Francis-Townson investigates WE know the power of regular exercise in transforming our physical and mental wellbeing. But when you...

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Legoland, Billund, Denmark

Legoland, Billund, Denmark

Est. Reading Time: 9 minutesThe three co-founders of BROOD and six of the mini BROOD’s set off on an adventure to Legoland Denmark there was bound to be plenty of ‘brood moments’ along the way and that there was!

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Benefits & Considerations of Pensions for Children

Benefits & Considerations of Pensions for Children

Est. Reading Time: 6 minutesOne solution that often goes unnoticed is setting up a pension for your children. It may come as a surprise, but even newborns are eligible for a pension, just like working adults. Parents and guardians have the option to establish pensions for their little ones and make contributions on their behalf.

read more
Balancing Fatherhood Ambition: Danny Miller and Nige Clucas

Balancing Fatherhood Ambition: Danny Miller and Nige Clucas

Est. Reading Time: 41 minutesDad of two, and Actor Danny Miller, and Dad of one, Capital FM’s Nige “Wingman” Cluclas joined forces to create Albert’s bookshelf earlier this year.
Albert’s bookshelf is a delightful collection of children’s audio books brought to life through the magic of audio narration. Bringing popular timeless tales, vibrant characters, and thrilling adventures to life – all at the touch of a button perfect for helping your little ones wind down at bedtime on those days you’re not able to read them a bedtime story!

read more
Russell Kane & Lindsey Kane

Russell Kane & Lindsey Kane

Est. Reading Time: 77 minutes“IT DOESN’T MATTER WHAT COUPLES IN SOCIETY DO, IF THEY AGREE TO ROLLING AROUND IN THEIR HIPPY BED, LETTING THEIR BABY SUCK ON THEIR T**S UNTIL YOU’RE BOTH 60, IF THAT’S WHAT YOU WANT – NO ONE SHOULD JUDGE ANYONE, I JUST THINK IT’S REALLY IMPORTANT TO AGREE ON HOW YOU WANT TO RAISE YOUR KID BEFOREHAND.”

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BONFIRE SAFETY TIPS WITH CHILDREN: ENSURING A FUN AND SAFE EXPERIENCE

BONFIRE SAFETY TIPS WITH CHILDREN: ENSURING A FUN AND SAFE EXPERIENCE

Est. Reading Time: 7 minutesBonfires are a beloved tradition, especially during the winter months. Whether you’re enjoying a bonfire in your back garden, at an organised event, or at a family or friend’s, it’s crucial to prioritise the safety of the kids. By following some essential guidelines, you can ensure that your children have a fun and safe experience around the bonfire. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore various aspects of bonfire safety for children, including precautions for fireworks, sparklers, and bonfires themselves.

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HOLIDAYING AFTER A SEPARATION

HOLIDAYING AFTER A SEPARATION

Est. Reading Time: 6 minutesSchool’s out again in October. For some families that means jetting off for some last minute sun, but if you’re separated from your child’s other parent, you might run into some challenges that you will need to address before you set off.

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 MOTIVATION

Interview with Ashley James

Interview with Ashley James

Est. Reading Time: 42 minutesTalented Ashley James is a TV presenter, model, DJ and Mum of two. Ashley is a familiar face on TV, but she is perhaps most well known at the moment for her presenting role on This Morning and her inspirational, honest and relatable content on social media which has led to Ashley gaining a large social media following of loyal fans.

read more
Jorgie Porter and Ollie Piotrowski

Jorgie Porter and Ollie Piotrowski

Est. Reading Time: 62 minutesThe couple who have been together since 2020 have been through some heartbreaking times during their time together, including the excruciating loss of their quadruplets, when Jorgie was 14 weeks pregnant in 2021. Fortunately, the heartbreak only strengthened their bond and they have since announced their engagement and welcomed their first child together in November 2022 – the adorable little Forest.

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 BALANCE

Imposter Syndrome – Do you feel like an imposter?

Imposter Syndrome – Do you feel like an imposter?

Est. Reading Time: 5 minutesImposter syndrome and the anxiety surrounding that feeling of ‘Imposter Syndrome’ is something I still hear a lot of people talk about in one way or another and I I have a view on it that may differ to others, but I would love you to hear me out and see if I can help you adjust your own perspective of what it means to be an imposter!

read more
THE POWER OF 10 MINUTE WORKOUT

THE POWER OF 10 MINUTE WORKOUT

The Power of 10 Minute workouts Should busy mums be embracing shorter workouts to get better results? Mum and personal trainer Jenny Francis-Townson investigates WE know the power of regular exercise in transforming our physical and mental wellbeing. But when you...

read more
HOW TO MANAGE THE CLOCKS SPRINGING FORWARD

HOW TO MANAGE THE CLOCKS SPRINGING FORWARD

Est. Reading Time: 6 minutesTwice a year when the clocks change, we are inundated with questions and parents asking what they can do. Although the spring clock change can play havoc with our bodies (an increase in heart attacks and strokes the day after this happen) but it can really help you if you have a little one who likes waking before 5am!

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 style

Effortless Glam: Easy Party Hair Tips for the Festive Season

Effortless Glam: Easy Party Hair Tips for the Festive Season

Est. Reading Time: 5 minutesAs we dive into the festive season, the calendar fills up with Christmas parties, family gatherings, and glamorous events. While we all want to look our best, the chaos of December doesn’t leave much room for complicated beauty routines. The good news? Creating show-stopping party hair doesn’t have to be stressful or time-consuming! Here are my top tips to achieve easy, glamorous styles that’ll turn heads at every event.

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 TRAVEL

Top Ten tips for travelling with children

Top Ten tips for travelling with children

Est. Reading Time: 7 minutesTravelling with children can be hectic and stressful, however, it doesn’t have to be. Recently on a flight to Johannesburg, I experienced an extraordinary lady who was attempting the 11-hour flight on her own with three little ones as her husband was meeting them there. She was calm, organised and full of tricks. So here are some of her tricks with a few added tips from me.

read more
Legoland, Billund, Denmark

Legoland, Billund, Denmark

Est. Reading Time: 9 minutesThe three co-founders of BROOD and six of the mini BROOD’s set off on an adventure to Legoland Denmark there was bound to be plenty of ‘brood moments’ along the way and that there was!

read more

 FOOD

Are you camp Dry January or camp Ginuary? Cocktail Recipes for both!

Are you camp Dry January or camp Ginuary? Cocktail Recipes for both!

Est. Reading Time: 5 minutesAre you in camp Dry January or camp Ginuary? It’s the first year we’d heard about Ginuary, not sure how we’ve missed it in previous years, but we were keen to find out more about it – is it just another hashtag or is there more to it than? Effectively Ginuary is simply a counterpoint to Dry January or Dryanuary.

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BROOD Magazine is jam packed with motivational stories, inspirational interviews, business tips, parent hacks, delicious recipes, wellbeing features, style trends, perfect family travel destinations and brood moments. BROOD Magazine is a Parenting and Business Magazine for the real juggles of entrepreneurial and hard-working parents. For the parents who are chasing their dreams whilst juggling their parent roles when at home. For the people transitioning from the parent on the school run into meetings and work mode, making the most of every kid free moment by smashing their goals. For the people who strive to show their children that they can go after any of the dreams they have and turn them into goals, knowing they are showing them the way. Because style is still important to us at home and in what we wear, even though we have children. For those juggling texts, social life, work life, parent life, housework, exercise and time out. For everyone who wants and strives for balance, as best as you possible can in our modern world.

An innovative informative and inspiring magazine designed for professionals, who are busy chasing their career dreams – whilst juggling their brood!

We created BROOD with the aim to build an empowering platform to which all working parents and Parentprenuers can relate.

We release exciting new editions on our digital platforms each month, and our physical copy of BROOD Magazine will be produced every quarter.

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HEALTHY HALLOWEEN PLATTER BY KATE DEVINE

Healthy Halloween platter and October Wellness  It’s Halloween month! I’m already stocking up on decorations and costumes for the younger boys (the oldest is too cool for school these days and would definitely not wear a halloween costume) and...

Interview with Shayne Ward & Sophie Austin

Est. Reading Time: 64 minutes

Est. Reading Time: 64 minutes“…going away and not seeing my daughter or my newborn son, it was very tough!.”– Shayne Ward

DO YOU NEED TO INCREASE YOUR SELF-ESTEEM AND CONFIDENCE, OR ARE YOU PERFECTLY IMPERFECT?

Need to increase your self esteem and confidence, or are you perfectly imperfect?Confidence and self esteem are talked about so much, and thats usually because we are looking for an answer on how to improve ours! If you look up what these actually mean you will find...

Oli’s Dadpreneur Diary

Oli & Kim Dunn and thier Daughter Romy for BROOD MAGAZINE © TOM Pitfield Photography  “Becoming a Dad has inspired me.” Hi I’m Oli, you might know me as Oli The Choc, I’ve been a chocolatier for 20 years, growing up in the family business Simon Dunn Chocolatier I...

Navigating Divorce: Essential Tips to Support Your Children

Est. Reading Time: 7 minutes

Est. Reading Time: 7 minutesDivorce can be a challenging and emotionally turbulent time for all involved, especially for children who may struggle to understand and cope with the changes happening in their family dynamics. As a family lawyer at JMW, I’ve witness firsthand how parents sometimes struggle to navigate their children through these changes. However, I’ve also seen how parents can make a significant difference by providing the right support and guidance. Here are some tips to help parents navigate divorce while prioritizing their children’s wellbeing:

CHARLOTTE HAWKINS INTERVIEW: Mum of one, TV and radio presenter

Est. Reading Time: 25 minutes

Est. Reading Time: 25 minutesMum of one, TV and radio presenter, Charlotte Hawkins has firmly cemented a place as one of Britain’s most loved TV presenters. She is one of the first faces millions of Brits see each morning, as co-host of ITV’s Good Morning Britain.

Oli Dunn and Kim Minchin Dunn

Est. Reading Time: 14 minutes

Est. Reading Time: 14 minutesWhen you run your own business alongside raising your brood, there can be many times where you feel guilty for ‘neglecting’ your children. We’ve all had to put another film on or give them extra time on their iPads to continue working…

SIMON WOOD’s HALLOWEEN SEASONAL PARTY FOOD

Est. Reading Time: 5 minutes

Est. Reading Time: 5 minutesSimon Wood gives his seasonal Halloween Favourites

KATE DEVINE’S FRO-YO BERRY CUPCAKES AND CORONATION DESSERT FRUIT KEBABS

Est. Reading Time: 6 minutes

Est. Reading Time: 6 minutesSome super tasty red, white and blue sweet treats for you to enjoy while watching King Charles’ Coronation (or not, if you’re not a big royalist – these healthy treats go just was well with a Netflix series or as something to do with your family!).

Top 10 Motivation Books

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Culinary genius Simon Wood’s Inspiring Journey and his goal for a Michelin star

Est. Reading Time: 18 minutes

Est. Reading Time: 18 minutesCulinary genius Simon Wood rose to fame as the winner of MasterChef. He now has 2 restaurants, a cook book & a goal for a Michelin star. Read his inspiring interview

Bank Holiday Baking with Kate Devine

Est. Reading Time: 7 minutes

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BUSINESS, BALANCE & LIFE AS A BLENDED FAMILY – Apprentice Star Aaron Willis and his wife Vicky Willis

Est. Reading Time: 38 minutes

Est. Reading Time: 38 minutesSuccessful entrepreneur Aaron Willis is best known for his appearance on The Apprentice, Series 16, but many won’t realise how inspiring his story is and how the many challenges that he has faced throughout the years has given him the drive and determination to succeed in business, aswell as the passion to give back to charity – one of which he is now CEO of – STRIDE UK – which he juggles alongside his successful businesses

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Est. Reading Time: 5 minutes

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