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This Month

Carly Glendinning

Editor

October is here, and it feels like autumn has well and truly arrived. The mornings are getting cooler, the evenings are drawing in, and after the busyness of September, we’re hopefully starting to find our feet with the new school-year routine. There’s something so lovely about this time of year, crisp autumn walks, cosy evenings at home and making the most of those last few golden days before winter sets in. Of course, there’s still plenty to juggle too, with school, work, childcare and half term all to think about! This month, we’ve got plenty of ideas and inspiration to help you make the most of October, from family days out and seasonal activities to ways to keep little ones entertained and make everyday life feel that little bit easier. Here’s to embracing the change of season, finding some cosy moments amongst the chaos and making the most of October, whatever it looks like for you and your family. Happy reading, Carly Glendinning

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