The following video is a simple step-by-step online guide to renewing tax credit claims. It will take you through the whole process and explain the most tricky parts.

The video in a very simply way shows the importance of paying in time and being accurate as to your incomes and the changes to your circumstances. Also, the guide shows: how to renew your claim quickly and correctly, the exact documents you need and the way how to calculate everything.

P.S. Remember the deadline is 31 July. 

• time with kids

Working at home you not only spend most of your time with your kids, you become a part of their life and day routines. You will raise your kids yourself and will spend all your time with them.

• money

Of course, you get some extra money and help your husband supporting your family.

• flexible working hours

Your can easily tail your day according to your needs. You can set any working day you like.

• self-realization

Working at home makes you your own boss and you should control yourself. You can do what you really like and enjoy.

• less stress

Your work will be less stressful and it means you’ll be always happy and sweet with your kids.

Working from home changes lives of people. Here is a community www.workingmums.co.uk for those mums who work at home. I think it is a highly useful and informative resource. What about you?

Just one remark: a bunch of flowers, a bottle of her favourite wine, a box of chocolates, a day at the spa – are very boring and hairy presents, how about trying something new?

• gift cards

A perfect alternative to a day at the spa – give your mum such a certificate, if you are a no expert in choosing cosmetics or jewellery for her. I am ready to bet she will be surprised and very glad. Your mother will pick out something she really needs and wants. For example, a gift certificate to amazon.com or www.very.co.uk

• books

A great idea if your mom is a book lover and she desperately wants some book.

• weekend

Organize a weekend together and pay for everything.

• scrapbook

Create your own scrapbook for your mom. This gift should contain your photos. It’s so touching.

• gourmet chocolate gift basket

Give her a full basket of her beloved chocolate.

When choosing a gift think what you mum really likes! A thoughtful gift is the best kind!

• a lot of minor accidents happen with children, their clothes can easily become dirty, so choose only washable and comfortable fabrics;
• don’t buy very expensive clothes if you can’t afford them or they will cost a fortune to you;
• if you are on a tough budget or simply want to buy more clothes, wait for seasonal sales at places such as Gap, Old Navy, http://www.teacollection.com/ and others;
• make your own sales and let people buy clothes your child doesn’t need anymore, but if you plan to have one more baby – keep clothing away for the next child;
• choose bright clothes for babies if you want stains to be not so evident and choose pastel colours if you want the clothing to stay the same in the course of time;
• if your child is rather big – dress him or her in layers during cold autumn or winter days. Always remember about scarves, hats and gloves;
• try your best to make all fashion ensembles of your children practical and comfortable.

Good luck!

All good kids and bad kids as a motivation need the following toy watch to emphasize their style and creativity. This watch was created by an Italian designer Marco Mavilla, and right now it is one of the hottest Hollywood obsession.

This watch is the Fashion Bomb, however, it looks a bit oversized, but it is a great attention-getter. The watch itself is the lightweight plastic one. It is a kind of a completely luxurious item.

According to the New York Daily News review, this watch is an absolute must-have that will cost you a fortune but it is worth every penny you are going to spend on it. It will be one of the most exciting presents your kid has ever had.

BTW, it is the beloved watch of Michelle Obama, she has a purple variant of it.

However, there are families which have no choice but for bringing up their children in difficult circumstances. I mean families where both parents have to work hard in order their child be able to lead normal and full life or families where one of parents or both of them are disabled or partially disabled. They SHOULD pay attention to the government help.

I am not about money now, I am about attention and care. Have you ever heard of school clubs or extended services? They are extremely popular nowadays. They are great for working and busy parents because such parents can easily shape their day the way they need and be 100 percent sure that everything is OK with a child. In school-clubs children are never alone, they grow together with their friends, also these clubs help to develop a child’s talent or skill. Such clubs broaden a child’s topic of interest, because there they can be involved in a number of different activities. Socialization is one more advantage of such clubs. These organizations encourage children to interact with each other and even adults. In such a club a child will always be entertained and busy. Enjoy the following video and get an idea what a school-club is.

And just  a couple of words about the following video. It touched me to the quick and made me cry because I still remember my feelings when I was of the same age with those children. I was desperate for parents’ attention and they were always either lack of time or energy to be with me. Their time was too precious to spend it with their only child. I am OK now but I DO remember the bitterness of those days. As to me this day is really FAVOURITE, because parents stayed with their children and helped them. They shared the same activity and it made them closer to each other. What a brilliant idea!

Think of your children and always show them how much you love them!

The most important homework tips for parents are to be available whenever their children need them. Parents should allow their children to do their work on their own so that they do not become dependent on them for doing their daily task. The bigger assignments should be divided into smaller and easier tasks so that the child does not face any trouble. As a responsible parent, one must keep in touch with the child’s teacher and keep a track on their progress by making sure that they are not overloaded with work.

Parents should set an example for their children. They should show interest in child’s homework and praise him/her for completing their homework. It is the duty of the parents to keep their child organized and for better results relate their homework to their everyday life.

Above all, there should be an environment where the child can have fun as well as learn. Staying involved with the children means they are less likely to get affected by any negative influence. By keeping these tips in mind parents can certainly pave the way for a bright future for their children.

Also known as H1N1 influenza virus, Swine Flu is the current panic in the world. People are getting killed at high rates due to this disease. This new virus is spreading so rapidly that people are not even getting aware of how to deal with it.

If your child shows any symptoms of Swine Flu then the first step you should take is to take him or her to a pediatrician. Some of the common symptoms of this flu are fever, cough, sore throat, body ache and headache. Anti-viral medications are easily available for this flu.

One of the key ways to protect the child from Swine Flu is to wash hands properly and frequently. Children should be encouraged to use alcohol-based hand wash sanitizers to keep the Swine Flu at bay. Moreover, children can be protected from this disease by not meeting other children who are suffering from this flu.

I would like to share with you my own reasons why to have a family vacation:

• joy

It is a pure pleasure to stay with your family for a week or so. It is a time to get away from it all, to get rid of work and telephone calls and to spend time as a family and to know each other better. 

• new experiences

Children will always remember the way you tried to entertain them. And by the way, adventures make people closer to each other. You will have a great opportunity to see your child in numerous unexpected situations and it is a pure fun.

• kids grow

Don’t forget the fact that your young boy or girl will become a man or a woman in a nick of time and they will inevitably have interests of their own, don’t waste time – spend vacations together.

• teach your children

There is no better way to explain your child something than while you are on a vacation. But don’t sound like a school teacher. Be a friend to your child.

• memories

Make a lot of photos and videos and they will cheer you up every time you are under the weather.

Hope this information was useful to you and in case you don’t have enough money to arrange such a vacation, think of debt counseling.

So the first option you have to consider is birthday party supplies. It is not a party if it comes without:

• cake

A birthday cake is a must. Actually, it doesn’t matter what kind of cake it will be – big or small, funky or simple … it should be and that’s all. A cake is an indicator of a party and it tunes people onto celebration and relaxation.

• balloons

It is not a party without balloons. There should be thousands of colourful balloons everywhere and that is the idea behind a great party.

• games

Make a plan of your future party. Believe it or not, any party will be boring without games and activities. Make fun!

• design

Decorate your house in order it to correspond with the overall motif of your celebration.

• positive

Think positive and don’t feel upset whatever happens!