Sophie Childs
Sophie Childs is a happily married mother of five. After spending five years living in New Zealand, she s now comfortably settled in the beautiful Welsh valleys, where she enjoys exploring the local nature reserves and castles with her children and dog.
Sophie set up her own publishing company, Fey Publishing, which she ran for five years before selling in 2013 to focus on her writing. She is the editor of Idol Musings and Idol Meanderings, anthologies based on an online writing competition, and a collection of her short stories, Smile, is available on Kindle.
An avid filmgoer, she tries to see all the latest films, with a penchant for horror movies, although her favourite films are the Monkees film Head and the Beatles spoof The Rutles. She has a passion for belly dancing and twice a week can be found shimmying away at local classes.
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Sophie set up her own publishing company, Fey Publishing, which she ran for five years before selling in 2013 to focus on her writing. She is the editor of Idol Musings and Idol Meanderings, anthologies based on an online writing competition, and a collection of her short stories, Smile, is available on Kindle.
An avid filmgoer, she tries to see all the latest films, with a penchant for horror movies, although her favourite films are the Monkees film Head and the Beatles spoof The Rutles. She has a passion for belly dancing and twice a week can be found shimmying away at local classes.
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Why I spent less on my second child than my firstStudies have shown that parents spend far less on their second child than their first. I didn't need a study to tell me this - I learnt from experience. -
I ate my placentaAfter many years of curiosity, I finally worked up the courage to eat my placenta. It was a surprising experience. -
Our children's naming ceremoniesIt was important to us that our children have some form of naming ceremony without promising them to a particular religion. We were lucky enough to have friends who helped us arrange it. -
Why do people always assume my five children have different dads?When I'm out with my five children, I'm often asked whether they're all mine. They are - and what's more, they're all my husband's too. -
Why it's fair for drivers who hog the middle lane or tailgate others to get an on-the-spot £100 fineAnyone who drives on our motorways will tell you that few drivers use them the way they were intended. Hopefully, the introduction of an on-the-spot fine will change this and make the roads safer for all. -
Falling in love online: Eleven years after that first click, I'm still happily marriedJust over eleven years ago, I joined a Yahoo! group dedicated to discussing various aspects of spirituality. Little could I have known I'd meet the man of my dreams there.
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My home birth following two caesareansAfter my second caesarean section, I doubted whether I'd ever be able to give birth naturally. Fortunately, I was referred to a cranial osteopath who fixed my pelvis, enabling me to have a beautiful home birth. -
Why my disappointment at having a son was completely unfoundedI'd always dreamt of having a daughter, so I was devastated when I discovered I was having a son. Once he was born, I realised instantly how stupid I'd been.
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Home educating summer born childrenA recent report says that summer born children may be disadvantaged at school. Home education means that we avoid this problem. -
My hypnobirthing experience - why it's no guarantee for a pain-free birthI used hypnobirthing for all five of my births but it didn't stop me needing caesareans for my first two children. -
Cool ways to keep kids entertained at half termWith a little imagination and creativity, it's easy to keep children entertained and amused during school holidays and half term. -
Why I don't wear a bra and never haveA study has shown that bras do not prevent sagging. As someone who doesn't wear one, this confirmed what I'd always thought. -
Changes to Child Benefit impacts my familyThe recent introduction of means testing for Child Benefit have had a negative impact on our family and is an unfair, ill thought out piece of legislation. -
Eurovision 2013: Why didn't Bonnie Tyler win?The UK came 19th out of 26 in The Eurovision Song Contest: Malmö 2013, better than last year, but still a poor result. Why did we do so badly? -
The Eurovision Song Contest: Malmö 2013 - Victory for DenmarkThe Eurovision Song Contest: Malmö 2013 was a fantastic show which saw some surprising results when the votes were announced. Did Bonnie Tyler do the UK proud? -
The Eurovision Song Contest 2013: Second Semi-FinalThe second semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest: Malmö 2013 saw the final ten acts go through to Saturday night's final. There was controversy, gimmicks and even some boos when the results were announced.
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A message to Tony BlairAs Tony Blair turns 60, this is what I'd say to him if I were ever given the opportunity.
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The worst job I've ever had: Working for a reinsurance companyWorking for a reinsurance company in the City of London convinced me that office work was not what I wanted to do.
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Dan Abnett's Dragon Frontier: A new fantasy book series aimed for older children'Dragon Frontier' is the first in a new series by best selling author, Dan Abnett. Ten year old Raven shares his thoughts about the book.
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Are the semi finals killing the spirit of Eurovision?After the introduction of semi-finals in 2008, the Eurovision Song Contest has seen fewer off the wall entries as the focus has shifted to winning a place in the finals. How has this impacted the nature of the competition?
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Why I will not be tested for the gene that causes breast cancerAngelina Jolie has announced that she has had a double mastectomy to prevent herself developing breast cancer. It is a brave decision, but not one which I will make for myself.
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The Eurovision Song Contest 2013: First semi-finalThe first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest: Malmö 2013 saw ten acts go through to join the six countries already in the grand final. What were the highlights and were the results a surprise?
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Will Bonnie Tyler's fame help or hinder her in the Eurovision Song Contest, Malmö 2013?Bonnie Tyler is an established performer of many decades, but will her fan support translate into votes at the Eurovision Song Contest, Malmö 2013?
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UFOs in the Welsh ValleysI've seen UFOs twice in my life. I hope I never see them again.
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I had kids close togetherHaving children close in age is hard work in the early years, but it's a lot of fun too!
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Eurovision 2013 running decided by producers - not lottery orderThis year, the running order of 'The Eurovision Song Contest' is to be decided by the producers instead of random draw. They claim this will result in a more entertaining show, but how will this impact on voting?
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Bonnie Tyler: My song may be too good to win EurovisionBonnie Tyler has made the startling claim that she might not win Eurovision because her song is 'too good'. Is this really true?
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Eurovision in Concert: A preview of Eurovision Malmö 2013Eurovision in Concert is the largest preview show before the Eurovision Song Contest in May. Here are some of the highlights and ones to look out for in the finals.
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Running back into shape with Couch To 5KAfter having children, I needed to find a way to get back into shape. The Couch To 5K programme really helped me.
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How to stay sane while toilet trainingToilet training can sometimes be tough. Here's a guide to keeping your cool while your child learns to use the bathroom.
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I spent £3,000 and got nothing but troubleHaving had a great Toyota people carrier when I lived in New Zealand, I didn't think twice about buying the same when I returned into the UK. That £3000 purchase was the worst financial decision I've ever made.
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Why M&S is no longer for meAlthough M&S is a brand that I associate with quality, I've struggled to find anything there worth the money it's asking for many years.
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Margaret Thatcher: Why I do not mourn her passingWhen I was a teenager, I loathed Margaret Thatcher with a passion. Looking back, I'm no longer as angry with her as I once was, but I still struggle to find any reason to feel sad that she's gone.
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Eurovision Malmö: The best 2013 has to offerWith the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 fast approaching, here's my run down of the best this year's line up has to offer.
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How I saved hundreds of pounds without cutting backI'm always looking for ways to save money and have saved hundreds of pounds by changing how I approach some of my favourite things.Also published on:
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Keeping children's clothing age appropriateNew Victoria's Secret underwear ads seem to target tweens and teens. As the mother of three daughters, I work hard to make sure that they enjoy their childhood for as long as possible, which means age appropriate clothing.
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Easter crafts and activities for kidsIf you're stuck for things to do during the Easter holidays, why not try one of these easy craft activities?
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New Easter egg hunt game: The Easter Pirate stole my chocolate!I wanted to do an Easter egg hunt for my children that wouldn't turn into a fight over chocolate. The Easter Pirate came to my rescue.
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Toys and activities for kids that are freeIt's very easy to be sucked into spending lots of money on expensive toys, but with a little creativity you can provide them with hours of entertainment that cost nothing but time.
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Why I trust in the UniverseAlthough I'm not religious, there have been definite times in my life when I've trusted to the Divine to see me through.
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Ten years on, the Iraq War is still unjustifiableTen years after we first launched the Iraq War, it is difficult to find any reason to justify our continued presence in Iraq.Also published on:
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Fuel duty is the biggest Budget 2013 issueWith the Budget imminent, wouldn't it be nice if George Osborne decided not to increase fuel duty?
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Why I let my kids play computer gamesMy son has his own computer and Xbox and enjoys playing games. His world would be much poorer without them.
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Why glamorising tattoos to young fans isn't cool, One DirectionAfter his latest tattoo, Harry Styles put out a request for fans to send in photos of their One Direction tattoos, a move which was highly irresponsible on his part.
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As a woman, is there full gender equality in the UK?We've come a long way since the days of suffragettes. Life as a woman in the UK in the 21st century owes a great deal to their campaigning. But are we really equal with men?
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My son’s inappropriate habit: How we stopped him using naughty wordsMy son added a very rude word to his vocabulary, showing that you really do have to watch what you say around children.
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My children come before my marriageGiuliana Rancic said "We put our marriage first and our child second." Things work very differently in my family.
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Why do English children lag behind other countries in maths?A recent study shows that English children lag behind other countries in maths while those in East Asia are excelling. Why is this?
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How to make bath time funMy children hated having their hair washed, but with a bit of patience and creative thinking, they soon learned that it could be fun.
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St David's Day: Welsh themed activities with your kidsSome fun and simple activities to do with your children to celebrate St David's Day.
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My decision to home school my childrenHome education is a legal alternative to school. Here are some of the considerations to think about when choosing to educate at home.
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Two to a room: shared bedroom ideas for kidsWhen two children have to share a room, it's important to come up with compromises that allow them both their own space and style.
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I gave up Diet Coke and it saved me £50Even something that is relatively cheap can save you a lot of money if you stop buying it. When I gave up Diet Coke for Lent, I was amazed by how much money I saved.Also published on:
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Valentine's Day is not just for couplesI've always been a Valentine's Day cynic, but my daughter showed me that it can be a very special time after all.
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Snowed in with the kids in the Welsh ValleysIn the Welsh Valleys, the snow has seen us stuck in our home and the supermarket shelves bare.
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How I drastically changed my jobAfter years working in admin, I decided to make the break and pursue a career in the creative arts. I've never looked back.
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How 'The Alchemist' inspired me to find homeI travelled to the other planet in search of a place I could call home when all along what I was looking for was right under my nose.Also published on:
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Making a time capsule with your kidsMaking a time capsule with your children is very easy and a good way to spend some time together when you're stuck inside.
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Harem Scarem: Belly dancing for exercise on Hallowe'enHarem Scarem is a unique night of belly dancing with a Hallowe'en twist.
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How to deal with things that go ‘bump’ in the nightWhen children are kept awake by monsters in their head, sometimes their imagination can be the best defenceAlso published on:
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Encouraging your children to try new foodsSome children will eat anything and others refuse to try anything except a very small list of favourites. These are some of the things I did to encourage my daughter to eat well.Also published on:
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Pregnancy: what I didn't learn from a book or peerIt doesn't matter how much preparation you do, pregnancy is full of surprises!
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Trendy winter 2012/13 maternity clothesHow to look good all the way through your pregnancy this winter.Also published on:
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DIY Hallowe'en crafts for kids under 10It doesn't take much to create all sorts of scary decorations with your children at Hallowe'en. Here's how you can have fun turning your home into a House of Horror!
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Free Halloween costume ideasBuying Hallowe'en outfits from the shops can be expensive, but with a little imagination you'll be amazed at what you can put together for free!
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Lies to encourage children to eat healthy foodLittle white lies are an important weapon in a parent's arsenal and can be the key to turning meals from a battle into an exciting adventure.
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Life as a home schooler in the UKWhen you home educate five children, people always ask why they're not in school. Home schooling is a valid, legal choice and it's a lot of fun too!