Mags Allmark
Mags is a self confessed girly-geek who swapped a career as a software engineer to become a full time mummy to one very energetic toddler and newborn twins, who she now spend most of her days running about after. These days she gets her ‘geek fix’ through blogging and freelance writing about kids apps and technology amongst other topics that take her interest.
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I have a Honours degree (Psychology) and Postgrad (H.Dip in Business & Financial Information Systems) from University College CorkInterests
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The Baby Show: Easy shopping, innovative products and moreLast weekend we attended The Baby Show in Earls Court, the perfect place to visit for all things baby and pregnancy related. -
The Kurio: An Android tablet perfect for all the familyThe Kurio Android tablet, is the latest tech product to hit the market for kids and is already tipped to be the “hot” product topping children’s Christmas lists this year.
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Magic Town: A new way of exploring books with my sonMagic Town is an exciting new educational resource for kids that helps inspire a love of reading by bringing books to life in a very unique way. -
Top 10 free London tourist attractionsWhile London may be an expensive city to buy property and a pint may cost you a little more than elsewhere in the country, it is absolutely packed with lots of fantastic free places to visit. Here are my top ten things to do.Also published on:
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Stylish and comfortable maternity bras perfect for summerWhen you are pregnant, especially when the weather is warm and sunny, a good maternity bra that provides comfort and support without being too heavy and restricting is essential. Here are my top five choices.Also published on:
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Tips for parents on dealing with toddler tantrumsToddler tantrums are horrible. How you deal with them as a parent is important but, even more so, is to understand why they happen and how to teach your child right from wrong.Also published on:
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The cost of using your mobile abroadUsing your mobile abroad can cost you dearly. This is a lesson I learnt the hard way and one I have no intention of repeating. To help avoid these potentially crazy charges I have put together my top tips.Also published on:
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Best educational apps for preschoolersThe App Store is full of iPhone apps aimed at preschoolers and young children which cover a variety of topics. Here are my pick of five of the best educational apps for kids that are currently available.Also published on: -
Guide to UltraViolet: Watch movies and TV shows in the cloudAn overview of UltraViolet which is a cloud-based library where you can store your digital possessions.Also published on: -
Messy play tips and ideas for parentsMessy play is fantastic fun for kids and they develop a host of skills while doing so. Here are my top tips on things to do and how to survive the mess. -
Best iPhone apps for recipesMy pick of the best recipe apps based on criteria such as ease of use, search functionality and recipe range are as follows. -
My top 10 tips on baby led weaning (BLW)Baby Led Weaning is becoming increasingly popular amongst parents when embarking on weaning their baby. Here are my top tips to help you get started. -
My thoughts on unusual names for childrenOne of the biggest decisions you first make for your child is picking their name. While celebrities may favour the outrageous and unusual I think choosing something wild and wacky to call your child needs to be done with caution. -
My guide to a dairy free dietMany more people are following dairy free diets these days for a variety of reasons including health, allergies, intolerances or simply personal preference. I have put together my top tips on living a dairy free life. -
My opinion of Draw SomethingDraw Something is the latest craze with people having fun playing games with friends and family. I love it but have to say I am not as addicted as I first was.Also published on: -
A typical day with technologyTechnology plays a huge role in my life, without it things would be harder to do, I would be less efficient and unable to do all the things I do. I fully embrace all that technology can offer me. -
Finding the perfect skinny jeansJeans are a wardrobe staple for most women these days whether they are worn casually or smartly. I find skinny jeans the most flattering for my body shape and I have tried and tested many pairs over the past few years with the following five my favourites -
Can an iPad really be an educational tool for toddlers?I think the iPad is a fantastic educational tool for toddlers which gives them the opportunity to learn a whole range of subjects that they might otherwise never come into contact with.
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Pretty maternity and nursing brasWhen you are pregnant or nursing choosing the right bra is essential. I have put together my top ten finds available on the market which I hope will help any mums-to-be and new nursing mum.
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Car journey checklist: everything you need for a long ride with kidsGoing on long car trips with young children can be difficult and stressful for parents and children alike so it pays to be prepared. I have put together a checklist of tried and tested top tips which make our journeys a lot more bearable and fun.
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Leaving the house with a young baby and nappy bagDeciding what to pack in your nappy bag when you have a young baby can be quite a challenge. I have put together my list of essentials based on my experiences which I hope will be of benefit to new parents.
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Must-have items for a new babyThere are so many baby items available on the market it can be hard to figure out what the essential really are as a parent-to-be. Here are my top must-haves based on real life experience with a newborn. -
Mum tips for parents on coping with colic in babiesBeing a new parent and coping with a Baby who has colic can be both distressing and challenging. Here are my top tips in dealing with it and providing some comfort for a colicky baby
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Top 5 tips for parents on travelling with young childrenMy top tips to help make travelling with babies and young children less stressful for both parent and child.Also published on:
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Mum recommended iPhone apps for kidsiPhone apps can be a very useful tool for parents to have installed to keep their young children entertained. This articles details five of the best currently available to download from the App Store. -
Swearing around children - a mum's viewAn adult swearing around a child is a horrible sight. Children emulate the adults around them and they should not be exposed to swearing or cursing where possible.
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My favourite iPhone apps for social networking and photo sharingFive new iPhone apps currently available to download from the App Store. -
Gube iPhone app: Making YouTube safe for childrenGube is a fantastic app which makes YouTube child-safe. It looks and feels like YouTube but it filters out all the nasty inappropriate content so you can be happy it is safe for your child to use.
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Stop your toddler from escaping their car seatToddlers seem to have an incredible ability to escape from car seats, strollers and highchairs, but the Houdini Stop Carseat Chest Clip can help stop even the most determined little Houdini - it certainly has stopped mine.
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Teacher disciplined for drinking and party posts on Facebook - a parent's perspectiveAs a parent, what do you expect of your children's teachers and their use of Facebook. Personally I think they should keep their private lives private.