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Home educating kids is becoming a very popular option in the UK, and there are many benefits associated with it including the added flexibility of being able to tailor the curriculum and activities to your child’s strengths and needs. However, before you embark on your home education journey, be sure to consider the crucial factors below. 

Division of roles 


First of all, when considering home education you must work out what will be included in your and your partner's roles. You may wish to split educational responsibilities across days or subjects according to what works best for your family. You’ll also want to consider whether you will split the responsibility of earning an income, or have one partner do all the teaching, and the other earning a wage. 


Also, remember that home education can take up a great deal of time and effort, and that may mean that you will have less time and energy available for other things. For example, after tutoring the kids all day, you may wish to ask your partner to prepare and cook your family evening meal or complete the little one's bath time routine. 


You time 


Following on from the issue of dividing up roles in the home when educating your kids, you must make provision for some time when you don’t have all the responsibilities of childcare to deal with. This is because it's all too easy to fall into the trap of being a home educator, and completing all the other childcare that needs doing. Unfortunately, doing this for any extended amount of time is likely to lead to burnout. 


With that in mind, agreeing on a time with your partner that you get to yourself each day is crucial. You may choose to exercise, read, take a long bath, or even catch up on the latest episode of your favorite TV, it's up to you, as long as you have some kid-free space. 


Nap time


For those with younger kids doing preschool and early years education at home, nap time is still a pretty vital part of the day. With that in mind, you must create a space that is comfortable for a quiet, relaxing time when your children need it. 


The good news is that by choosing multifunction furniture items such as one of these types of play couches you can create the perfect space for both playtime and sleep time. Indeed, there are many benefits to choosing a playcouch for your children including making sure they have a proper space for rest, as well as preserving your furniture in other rooms. 


Meals 

When educating your children at home, you’ll need to feed them properly as well. After all, there are no free school meals on offer! Your child will need both a good breakfast that will allow them to focus in the morning, as well as a healthy lunch that will provide them with enough energy to get through the afternoon. Many kids also need additional snacks to keep them going. 


There are several ways you can approach meals when it comes to home education. One of the most time and cost-effective options is to cook larger portions of evening family meals and then serve leftovers the next day for lunch, which will save you considerable time. Snack stations are also a great idea and can be filled with items like fruit, crackers, and cheese snacks which kids can help themselves to during their breaks. 


You may even want to include meal times in the lessons of your day. Indeed, growing, preparing, and cooking food are great opportunities to teach your little ones a variety of crucial subjects from lifecycles, to math, and home economics. 


Socialisation 


One of the biggest concerns for parents educating their children at home is that they receive enough outside socialization. This is because compared to children that are in the formal education system in the UK, home-schooled kids will interact with much fewer people including peers, teachers, and support staff. 



Happily, there are plenty of options to provide your home-educated child with the socialization they need to thrive. One idea is to join a homeschool group, where parents and kids get together to allow students to work in groups on projects, learning to cooperate on a single goal. 


Another option is to schedule some outside classes into your homeschool timetable. Indeed, the benefits of outside classes are not limited to interaction with other kids but also provide your child with the opportunity to do activities that you may not have the experience or equipment to facilitate at home such as specialist arts and crafts, performing arts like music and dance, and sports
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Abortion can be difficult, and the aftermath of such a decision can be a trying time for individuals and their loved ones. It is important to remember that there is no "right" way to cope with an abortion, but there are ways people (the women and men involved with the decision) can take care of themselves (or their loved ones) post-abortion.

 

This article will give readers practical advice on managing emotions, physical changes, and social support after an abortion.

 

Connecting with Support

Abortion can be a difficult and emotional experience. The feelings associated with this procedure can range from relief to guilt and even shame. Whatever the case, it's important to know that resources are available for those who want or need extra support after an abortion. Whether you or a loved one has undergone the procedure, connecting with support can make all the difference in managing any intense emotions that may arise.

 

There are several ways for individuals to receive help after an abortion. Talking about your experience with someone trustworthy and understanding can provide comfort and solace during difficult times. Seeking out professional advice from a professional clinic like Gcaus.com.au is also recommended. Counselors can offer guidance on how best to manage unwanted emotions. Additionally, joining abortion-related support groups or online forums is another great way of finding community among those who have gone through similar experiences.


Physical Care

Physical care is a crucial part of the healing process after an abortion. It's essential to take the time to care for yourself or your loved one and ensure their physical health is not neglected during this difficult time.

 

Getting plenty of rest and keeping up with regular sleep routines as much as possible is important. Eating nutritious food, drinking lots of water, taking walks outdoors in the fresh air, and staying active are all good ways to promote physical well-being during recovery.


Planning for the Future

Having an abortion can be a difficult and emotional experience. Making sure that you, or a loved one, receive proper care post-abortion is essential for recovery and future planning. Taking time to heal and reflect on the decision made is important to cope with the aftermath of having an abortion. Having time for yourself and developing a plan for your future is necessary.

 

Making sure you have access to all available resources is also important when planning for the future. Seek help from professionals and support groups if needed; reach out to family and friends who can offer assistance if desired; make use of any online materials, such as articles or podcasts, which may guide you during this period of reflection.

 

Mental Wellbeing

Mental well-being is an important aspect of self-care after an abortion. It's common to feel many emotions after an abortion, including sadness, guilt, relief, confusion, and anger.

 

No matter how strong or weak the feelings may be, it is essential to take steps toward caring for yourself and your emotions during this difficult time. It is important to express these feelings to help cope with them healthily.

 

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Navigating your way through the airport is probably one of the most stressful parts of your summer holiday.

However, aside from tired travellers, airports are often home to incredible art installations. If you find yourself with time to kill before a delayed flight, take the time to investigate what the airport has to offer.

Here are just five fantastic art installations that have found a home in airports across the world. 

 

1. Kinetic Rain, Singapore 

Singapore is an incredible place to view art installations, Changi Airport is no exception. Located in Terminal 1, Kinetic Rain consists of 1,200 bronze raindrops, each suspended with a motorised mechanism from the ceiling to create a beautiful moving installation

Kinetic Rain took almost two years to create and required a skilled team of artists and programmers. Their hard work paid off, and Kinetic Rain is one of them most mesmerizing installations in the world. 

 

2. Seoul’s Incheon Airport

Plant life has been shown to reduce stress, so Seoul’s Incheon Airport have installed a beautiful and calming indoor garden. This airport greenhouse is the perfect place to unwind among the foliage before your take off. 

Incheon Airport haven’t stopped there however, if plant life isn’t for you, you could instead enjoy the live performances showcasing South Korean culture. 

Whichever your preference, the arts at Incheon Airport make it a must visit.  

3. London’s Heathrow Airport

As one of the busiest airports in Europe, London’s Heathrow attracts a lot of attention. 

In summer 2019, Mead Construction and Ormiston Wire teamed up with the airport to install an important installation, one that aimed to raise awareness for neuro-developmental disorders. 

The installation was made up of 300 brightly coloured umbrellas, each suspended from the ceiling of terminal 5. While only temporary, this installation signified the creativity that is often on display at Heathrow Airport. 

 

4. Blue Mustang, Denver

Amusingly nicknamed by locals as Blucifer is the fiberglass mustang sculpture located at Colorado’s Denver International Airport. 

While modelled on artist Luis Jiménez’s own horse, the sculpture actually stands at 32 feet. It began production in 1992 but wasn’t installed until 2008.

It’s bright blue colouring and glowing red eyes gives it an intimidating appearance and a mixed reception, so it’s easy to see why locals gave it the moniker that they did. 

 

5. Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport

Some airports are satisfied with an art installation, but Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport have taken it a step further and installed an art gallery do display masterpieces for their visitors to view while they wait. 

The art gallery functions as an extension of the Rijksmuseum, and the airport has a wide selection of some the best from the Dutch masters, rotating from the city’s main gallery – so if there’s one you missed on your visit, you may catch a glimpse at the airport.

What is your favourite art installation? Tell us in the comments below.

 

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