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CONFIDENCE
Confidence is a preference, as Damon Albon (Blur) once stated.
If confidence was indeed something we could choose, would we choose it?
I’m not sure that everyone would drink the magic potion even if it was that easy, as I think confidence can be associated or frankly confused with arrogance, it’s ugly second cousin.
THE 10 MINUTE MAKEOVER FOR BUSY MUM’S
Mornings can be the most chaotic and super rushy part of the day, what with getting the kids up, fed, dressed and ready for school. All kicking and screaming. Also bags packed with numerous fillings such as packed lunch, PE kits and unfinished homework! Already your...
MUM OF 3 ON BUILDING A BRAND WHILST GROWING HER BROOD
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BROOD Editor Lolo Stubbs & Contributor Cath Tyldesley in Powerful Video for Women’s Aid Campaign
Our Editor, Expect Respect Ambassador & Author @lolostubbs.author teamed up with actress Bhavna Limbachia to create this extremely powerful video bringing Lolo’s novel, Dressed up as Love, to life for our Women's Aid Campaign. Highlighting (as the name of the book...
SALLY ROWE’S TOP MAKEUP CHRISTMAS PICKS
SALLY ROWE'S TOP MAKEUP CHRISTMAS PICKS Whilst we are amidst the countdown to Christmas Day and our present lists are ever growing. We put ourselves under more pressure each year to buy for our nearest and dearest……and in my case, also the window cleaner, postman etc...
LOSS AFTER LOVE; CHALLENGES DURING THE FESTIVE PERIOD
LOSS AFTER LOVE; CHALLENGES DURING THE FESTIVE PERIODLoss and grief is something that every single human being will experience at some time in their lives, and so we are never alone in this, however, despite this, it can still feel like a very lonely and overwhelming...
BLUEBERRY DUMP CAKE & FIZZY FESTIVE FRUIT COCKTAIL CUBES BY KATE DEVINE
I love everything about this time of year. The preparing, the celebrating, the socialising, the woolly jumpers, the cosy nights in watching ‘I’m a celebrity’ religiously for 3 whole weeks! What’s not to love?! Talking of preparing, this the week I’ve been thinking of...
HOW TO CO-PARENT AT CHRISTMAS
HOW TO CO-PARENT A HAPPY CHRISTMASI love Christmas as much as my children do. When I was younger I used to get so excited on Christmas Eve I used to give myself stomach ache and my mum would get cross with me and have to calm me down. Now I’m a parent myself I don’t...
Sarie Taylor: Overwhelm
Feeling overwhelmed? Our resident Psychotherapist gives us some tips to reduce our stress and anxiety when it comes to a parent juggling work and family life.
LIFE WITH THE BYES: JAMES AND VICTORIA BYE
Parents of three, (soon to be four) Actor James Bye, and Blogger Victoria Bye, have had a whirlwind few years, as their children came along at the same time as their careers started to soar.
SALLY LINDSAY: CHILDCARE CAN BE SEEN AS A ‘DIRTY WORD’, BUT THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING WRONG WITH IT
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.
IS GUILT A GIVEN WHEN YOU ARE A WORKING PARENT?
When I started to really see that my feelings of guilt came from the thoughts I had about myself, I started to see guilt as a wonderful alarm and indicator for me to actually lower my expectations of myself, relieve the pressure and be much more patient and compassionate with myself! It is simply and indicator that our thoughts have gone off in an unhelpful direction.
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MUM OF 3 ON BUILDING A BRAND WHILST GROWING HER BROOD
"I DIDN’T REALLY KNOW WHERE TO START, BUT I JUST HELD ON TO THE FACT THAT ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE!" Successful business owner and Mum of three, Sophie Davies, has carved an incredible path for herself - and some might say she has defied all odds since becoming a mum for...
BROOD Editor Lolo Stubbs & Contributor Cath Tyldesley in Powerful Video for Women’s Aid Campaign
Our Editor, Expect Respect Ambassador & Author @lolostubbs.author teamed up with actress Bhavna Limbachia to create this extremely powerful video bringing Lolo’s novel, Dressed up as Love, to life for our Women's Aid Campaign. Highlighting (as the name of the book...
KELVIN AND LIZ FLETCHER ON CAREERS, PARENTHOOD, AND LIFE ON THE FARM.
KELVIN AND LIZ FLETCHER | IMAGES BY TOM PITFIELD FOR BROOD MAGAZINE ©. | INTERVIEW BY LOLO STUBBS “I’ve not got a fear of failure, I’ve got a fear of regret.” Parents to four children under six years old, Kelvin and Liz Fletcher, are a humble yet extremely impressive...
BALANCE
Some Simple Ways To Make A Wedding Less Stressful
Weddings are famously stressful to plan for, but this doesn’t actually mean that they have to be. If you are planning a wedding and you want to try and make sure it goes to plan, but that it is also not so stressful throughout, there are a lot of things you might want to bear in mind here. If you can do the following, you should find that you are going to have a much less stressful wedding, and that it really makes a huge difference to your whole experience, so let’s take a look right now.
Simple Tips for Keeping Your Teeth Healthy Every Day
Parents want their little ones to adopt healthy habits as soon as they can walk, and nowhere is there greater emphasis than personal hygiene.
Imposter Syndrome – Do you feel like an imposter?
Imposter 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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Nicola Wood’s Top 10 Favourite Hair Products for the Holiday Season
My Favourite Hair & Body Products for ChristmasLooking for the perfect gift for hair lovers of all ages? Nicola Wood has rounded up her top 10 favourite hair products this season, featuring the best picks for both adults and kids. From sleek styling tools to...
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.
Helping Your Child’s Hair Grow Faster: Simple Tips
As parents, we want the best for our children, including healthy, strong hair. If you’re looking to help your child’s hair grow faster, here are a few easy tips that can make a big difference.
TRAVEL
Our recommended top 3 family destinations for 2025
If like us you are wondering where to head for your next holiday and what properties would take the stress out of travelling with young children, we have the perfect tips for you to plan ahead. Now is the time to book for May half term and the summer whilst the early booking discounts are available.
Legoland, Billund, Denmark
The 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!
Family Friendly Holidays: 2026 School Holiday Getaway Inspo
Family Friendly Holiday Inspiration to suit every budget during the school holidays from the team at BROOD Magazine
FOOD
The perfect healthy pancakes
Here’s an easy, fun and healthy pancake recipe (or even a morning breakfast recipe) to try with your kids…
I have added a brief summary of some of the amazing nutritional benefits each ingredient has!
Are you camp Dry January or camp Ginuary? Cocktail Recipes for both!
Are 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.
Sweet Potato Puffs, Maple Mustard Franks in Blanks & Parkin Cake
Food Columnist and renowned Celebrity Chef Simon Wood shares his Favourite Autumn Dishes
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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.
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