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Things I Wish I’d Known

My hacks for a tidy home, happy kids and a calmer you

Emily Norris author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Ebury Publishing

Published:7th Mar '24

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'Queen of the mothering hack. Emily Norris delivers ingenious ideas to make life a little bit easier!’ – Giovanna Fletcher, bestselling author and podcaster

'Genius hacks to save time and bring a little more joy' – Anna Mathur, Psychotherapist and bestselling author

'Packed with tips and ideas that make mum life *just* a little easier!'
Harriet Shearsmith, @tobyandroo

I became obsessed with mum hacks when a friend showed me a game-changing tip during my baby days - that baby vests can be pulled down (not up) in the event of an explosive poo. I couldn't believe I had been a mum for so long and not known! Things I Wish I'd Known will bring you hundreds of quick and clever solutions, just like this, all to make the parenting juggle easier.

You'll find my favourite hacks and habits, as well as dozens of new ones, all designed to give your day-to-day a lift. From cleaning hacks that leave your home sparkling in no time, laundry tricks that save you money, and simple tweaks to night-time routines which transform everyone's sleep, I'll show you how to hack every aspect of home-life so you feel less stress and more joy!

Emily x

‘As a therapist to busy mums, and a mum of 3 myself, I am a huge advocate of hacks and tips that help us get us a little more of what we need. Be it more time, more headspace, or some precious restful moments whilst the kids are busy with an activity. Emily’s book is packed with genius tried-and-tested hacks to help you find a bit more ease exactly where you need it!’ * Anna Mathur, Psychotherapist and bestselling author of Raising a Happier Mother *
'This book is packed with tips and ideas that make mum life *just* a little easier! From lovely ideas to do with your kids, to practical hacks that make busy mum life more manageable, it’s all in there. Emily’s warmth shines from the pages, she feels like the mum friend you didn’t know you needed.' * Harriet Shearsmith, @tobyandroo, author of Mummin' It: Tips, Hacks & Advice on the Wins and Woes of Modern Motherhood *
‘Queen of the mothering hack. Emily Norris delivers ingenious ideas to make life a little bit easier!’ * Giovanna Fletcher, bestselling author, podcaster and actor *

ISBN: 9781785044724

Dimensions: 204mm x 138mm x 28mm

Weight: 346g

288 pages