Oooh, it’s a bit hot isn’t it?
April 21, 2018
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By the time I publish this, I’m fairly sure that the glorious sunshine is going to be over. That’s how British weather (and my blogging …
Latest posts
Primary school offer day: It’s happening (and we cannot flipping wait)
April 18, 2018
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It’s happening! After choosing a school, we have received our official offer; my oldest is off to primary school in September. (Or will be once …
8 things that happen when parenting solo (AKA Sod’s Law in action)
April 16, 2018
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I once wrote about a solo parenting weekend. I don’t do them that often; less than a lot of people, and definitely less than the …
We need to talk about car naps: When leaving the house is a dangerous game
April 11, 2018
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Car naps are a big pile of crap. I don’t mean when you have a baby. When you have a baby, the car nap is …
Toys & games
Disney Princess XXL100 jigsaw puzzle (age 6+) review
April 18, 2018
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We’ve loved working with Ravensburger recently, however it has quickly become clear that although my son has enjoyed completing the puzzles we’ve been sent, he …
Disney Princess Swimming Adventures Ariel: Better than Spin and Swim Ariel?
April 17, 2018
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Two years ago, we bought a ‘Spin and Swim’ Ariel Doll for our daughter to keep her amused on a flight; The Little Mermaid being …
Zoomer Zupps Pretty Ponies review
April 12, 2018
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This week we’ve been playing with Zoomer Zupps Pretty Ponies. Zoomer Zupps Pretty Ponies are small, brightly coloured interactive horses. Spin Master‘s answer the recent …
Disney Princess Little Kingdom Magical Movers Ariel doll review
April 4, 2018
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This month, as part of the Hasbro Toy Tribe, we were sent a Disney Princess Little Kingdom Magical Movers doll for review. There are several in …
Days out & travel
A family friendly festival: Big Day Out 2018 in Mote Park, Maidstone, Kent + WIN
April 3, 2018
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Last year we went along to the Big Day Out in Mote Park, Maidstone, Kent, which happened to fall on the smallest’s second birthday. You …
Visiting the Provence-Alpes-Cote D’Azur region in Southern France with the family
February 1, 2018
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Our last holiday abroad as a family was an interesting affair and we vowed never to do it again, however time has passed and the …
A look around Adventure Avenue role play centre in Burgess Hill, West Sussex
February 1, 2018
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Adventure Avenue is a brand new addition to The Martlets Shopping Centre, Burgess Hill. It is officially opening today and along with my blogging pals Katie …
Butlin’s Bognor Regis Christmas Fantasy Weekend review: Things to do at Butlin’s for under 5s
December 29, 2017
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When is the best time to visit Butlin’s on the beach? Probably not the depths of winter. However we are a hardcore crew and so we …
Kids' stuff
The Aldi Baby and Toddler Event 2018 is on!
April 15, 2018
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The Aldi Baby and Toddler Event is on online NOW and coming to stores from Thursday 19th April 2018. If you are expecting, have a baby …
Vampirina Boo-Tiful dressing up dress review
April 4, 2018
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My children have been big fans of Disney Junior’s show Vampirina since they were invited to a preview screening back in January and we already …
My Rebounder: Mini trampoline for kids! + WIN!
March 28, 2018
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The children have often asked for a trampoline, even more so after that trip to the trampoline park, but I wasn’t keen on filling the …
BKD Mini Bakers Club review: A children’s subscription box + WIN!
March 25, 2018
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You can get a subscription box for everything nowawdays. From gardening to wine, there’s one for everyone. There are loads out there for children too! …
Home & garden
Songmics storage bench/ottoman review + WIN
March 23, 2018
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Our new bedroom is lovely; roomy, light and airy and thus far, devoid of clutter. However this is mainly due to the fact that a …
Mother’s Day gift ideas: Lovely things and where to find them
February 28, 2018
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Mother’s Day is on March 11th and it’s fast approaching. Whether you think that it’s a Hallmark holiday or that all mums should be spoiled …
Child in a small bedroom? Five great ideas for maximising space
February 13, 2018
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Here are some great small bedroom ideas and top tips for maximising space! Recently we moved our smallest into his own bedroom. It wasn’t our …
Let there be (natural) light: Things to consider when planning an extension
February 7, 2018
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When you’re planning an extension, one of the key things to consider is natural light. Not only to the new build part, but how the …
Food & drink
BKD Mini Bakers Club review: A children’s subscription box + WIN!
March 25, 2018
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You can get a subscription box for everything nowawdays. From gardening to wine, there’s one for everyone. There are loads out there for children too! …
What to expect at a Gin Festival and five reasons to give it a go!
March 18, 2018
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This weekend, I went along to Maidstone Gin Festival. I hadn’t been to one before, however I was flanked by two friends (and expert gin-drinkers) …
Mother’s Day gift ideas: Lovely things and where to find them
February 28, 2018
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Mother’s Day is on March 11th and it’s fast approaching. Whether you think that it’s a Hallmark holiday or that all mums should be spoiled …
Ready Brek pancake recipe: Wheat free and Syn free Slimming World friendly oat pancakes
January 13, 2018
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Here is my super easy recipe for yummy wheat free and Slimming World diet friendly Ready Brek oat pancakes. If you are looking for something …