Thermoregulation - GoodChildDesign

Illustration of a rice-filled cotton sock being microwaved alongside a mug of water to create a mouldable heat pack in five minutes

Home & Cleaning

December 13, 2025

Rice-filled sock stays warm for ages — how grains retain heat for extended comfort in 5 minutes

Discover why rice-filled socks stay warm for ages: the science of heat retention, a 5-minute DIY guide, safety tips, filler comparisons, comfort hacks.

Illustration of a person taking a 38–40°C warm bath for 10–15 minutes, practicing slow breathing, with an optional brief cool rinse to relieve stress

Home & Cleaning

December 11, 2025

The surprising bath trick doctors swear by to melt away stress in minutes

Learn the doctor-approved bath trick: soak at 38–40°C for 10–15 minutes with slow breathing and a brief cool rinse to lower stress fast and prime your sleep.

Illustration of the Swedish method to keep cool without air conditioning at home, with shaded windows, cross-ventilation, and breathable linen textiles.

Home & Cleaning

December 10, 2025

Surviving the Heat: The Swedish Method to Keep Cool Without Air Conditioning

Beat UK heat the Swedish way with passive cooling: smart ventilation, shading, breathable textiles, micro-cooling rituals and design tweaks—no air con required.

Illustration of a homeowner applying the 5-4-3-2-1 no-spend energy efficiency rule by adjusting the thermostat, closing curtains, blocking a door draught with a towel, and switching off standby devices

Home & Cleaning

December 9, 2025

Experts reveal the 5-4-3-2-1 rule to instantly boost your home’s energy efficiency without spending a penny

Experts reveal the 5-4-3-2-1 rule: no-spend steps to cut draughts, tune controls and build smart routines for instant boosts in home energy efficiency.

Illustration of a French home using a Napoleonic-era Provençal well cooling system with buried ground pipes to pre-cool incoming air during a heatwave

Home & Cleaning

December 9, 2025

How French homes are staying cool in heatwaves using a technique from the Napoleonic era

Discover how French homes beat heatwaves with the Napoleonic-era Provençal well—ground-cooled air, low energy bills, simple installs, and smart passive design.