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Sally Lindsay front cover of Brood Magazine

Sally Lindsay is one of Britain’s best loved actors and presenters, best known for her roles as Shelley Unwin in ITV’S Coronation Street, Lisa Johnson in Sky One’s comedy series Mount Pleasant, and as Kath Agnew in the BBC sitcom Still Open All Hours. As well as Sally’s impressive on screen career, she is also co-founder of the award winning production company – Saffron Cherry – and is responsible for creating and writing a number of hit shows such as Scott and Bailey and Madame Blanc Mysteries. Alongside her accomplished career, Sally is also a loving and dedicated mum of 4; Step Mum to her two step children – Kristabel and Curtis, and Mum to her twin boys – Victor and Louie, aged 12. We were lucky enough to chat to Sally, and we couldn’t wait to find out all about her journey, how she managed to juggle family life alongside such a successful career and what she has learnt along the way!  

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Valentines Day Style

Valentines Day Style

With that in mind, we thought we would focus on Valentine’s Day Style and show you a few ways to make sure love is in the air in your home including a few bits from our collection, seen as though Valentine’s is now for the whole family and not just your other half. Of course, it’s to celebrate with friends now too with Galantine’s!

Top Ten tips for travelling with children

Top Ten tips for travelling with children

Travelling 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.

Benefits & Considerations of Pensions for Children

Benefits & Considerations of Pensions for Children

One 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.

Interview with Ashley James

Interview with Ashley James

Talented 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.

Balancing Fatherhood Ambition: Danny Miller and Nige Clucas

Balancing Fatherhood Ambition: Danny Miller and Nige Clucas

Dad 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!

Effortless Glam: Easy Party Hair Tips for the Festive Season

Effortless Glam: Easy Party Hair Tips for the Festive Season

As 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.

Colour Psychology at Home: How to Choose the Right Shades for Every Room

Home Style Colour Psychology at Home: How to Choose the Right Shades for Every Room Colour can completely change how a room feels, but choosing it is rarely as simple as deciding that blue is calming or yellow is cheerful. Light, proportions, furniture and personal...

What Tummy Tuck Recovery Looks Like With Young Children at Home

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10 Business Processes Every Founder Should Automate First

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Why The Kitchen Island Has Become The Heart Of The Modern Family Home

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How to Make a Student Laptop Last Longer

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How to Help Your Teenager Study Smarter, Not Harder

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The Digital Evidence Edge: Leveraging Technology in Auto Accident Claims

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Why Learning a Language as a Busy Parent Is One of the Best Things You Can Do (And How to Actually Make It Happen)

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Ibiza Comes to London: Why the Alto x Cotton Beach Club Collab Belongs on Every Parent’s Night-Off List

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Feed the Family for Less: Blend Family Food Halls Relaunches ‘Kids Eat Free’ Deal This Summer

Family Dining Where Kids Eat Free This Summer Holiday Families searching for delicious, hassle-free dining deals this summer holiday are in luck. Blend Family Food Halls has brought back its hugely popular Kids Eat Free offer across all five of its flagship UK dining...

Why Creating A Thoughtful Listening Routine Helps Busy Parents Recharge And Refocus

Family Why Creating A Thoughtful Listening Routine Helps Busy Parents Recharge And Refocus Alt text: A Woman Lying Down in a Couch Wearing Headphones Modern parents juggle countless responsibilities every day. Between work meetings, school schedules, household chores,...

What Every Family Driver Should Know Before Replacing Tyres in Stirling

Family What Every Family Driver Should Know Before Replacing Tyres in Stirling Family life means a car quickly becomes more than just transport. It becomes the school-run shuttle, the Saturday sports kit carrier, the late supermarket dash, and the vehicle relied on...

Why Slow Living Is Becoming More Popular With Professionals

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Lisa Johnson: From £30K Debt to Multi-Millionaire – How a Mum of Two Built a Freedom-Focused Business

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Why Everyday Style Starts With What You Wear Most

Style Why Everyday Style Starts With What You Wear Most? Many people think that personal style get it’s shape by trying the new things in fashion. It can be a trendy jacket, the latest athleisure set or the seasonal colour which a brand is following. But if you look...

When Love Goes Global and a UK Civil Partnership Visa Makes It Possible

Travel When Love Goes Global and a UK Civil Partnership Visa Makes It Possible Make your relationship global with a Civil Partnership visa UK. This visa type allows you to move to Britain to join your UK-based civil partner. This route is ideal for both same-sex and...

Two Manchester PAs Who Couldn’t Find a Networking Group Build One of the UK’s Largest Professional Communities

Work Two Manchester PAs Who Couldn't Find a Networking Group Build One of the UK's Largest Professional Communities From what started as a single networking event with just 50 curious people, to a thriving community of more than 700 PAs, EAs, and VAs and over £250,000...

Why Your Bed Frame Might Be Ruining Your Sleep (Without You Realising)

Why Your Bed Frame Might Be Ruining Your Sleep (Without You Realising) When sleep goes wrong, the blame almost always falls on the mattress. It's a reasonable first guess, and often a correct one, but not always. The bed frame underneath the mattress is one of the...

Best Bakuchiol Eye Creams For Fine Lines And Dark Circles

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5 Top Tips for Remortgaging Your Home as a Working Parent

5 Top Tips for Remortgaging Your Home as a Working Parent Balancing Work, Family, and Finance Juggling bedtime routines, school runs, and career demands leaves little time for family finances. However, securing a better mortgage deal could help you financially. Before...
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