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WIN – Bosom Buddies breastfeeding oils

August 2, 2020 admin 7

This week is breastfeeding awareness week so I have teamed up with the Natural Birthing Company to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a box of their 3 Bosom Buddies breastfeeding oils. These oils have been specifically developed by midwives to offer new mums some much needed support and comfort during the feeding journey. The set includes 10ml of each of the following: Oho! – contains Geranium, Peppermint, Cypress and German Chamomile essential oils […]

The benefits of artificial grass

July 30, 2020 admin 0

Summer has officially started and with that normally comes a desire to revamp our gardens, plant some pretty flowers or start growing our own veg and maybe even take on a full garden renovation. If this is you and you are currently sat there mentally redesigning your garden then let me ask you this, have you considered artificial grass? Artificial grass is becoming increasingly popular and it’s not surprising really, here are just a […]

How to budget successfully

July 26, 2020 admin 0

Some people are brilliant at budgeting and know their incoming and outgoing expenditures to the penny, other people have a rough idea of what comes in, what goes out and how much they have to play with each month whereas some people haven’t really got a clue and simply hope for the best. Talking about finances can be tricky, embarrassing and even depressing but it really shouldn’t be a taboo subject anymore. The more we […]

3 Reasons Why Your Child Should Learn A Second Language

July 25, 2020 admin 0

When you embark on the road of parenthood, you are probably in awe of the other mums and dads out there doing an incredible job at raising brilliant little people. You might feel the pressure to live up to your peers and you may worry about every decision you make for your darlings. Which school should they go to? Should you cut out all sweet snacks from their diet? Is one hour screen time every […]

You’re Engaged: Now What?

June 23, 2020 admin 0

Getting engaged is super exciting, and you probably can’t wait to start telling people. Whether you get married next year or next week, you’ve promised to start a new chapter of your life with each other. You’ll have a special day, perhaps with your family and friends there to witness and celebrate your union. But when you’ve just got engaged, what should your next steps be? The wedding itself is likely to be a while […]

Little Tummy baby food – A review

June 18, 2020 admin 0

We started weaning Layla at 6 months just as we did with the boys but unlike with the boys this time we have done a combination of pureed foods and baby led weaning. We have chosen to do a mix of the two methods for a couple of reasons 1. I find it easier to know how much Layla has actually consumed when using the purees and 2. I do worry about choking when doing […]

Hotel Booking Tips You Need To Know

June 18, 2020 admin 0

Your hotel room is often the biggest expense of your trip, so saving a few pounds a night on your room can make a big difference to your budget. Whether you’re looking to get the cheapest price you can get or a more luxurious room for your money, there are a number of hacks you can use. Here are my top hotel booking tips…. Use A Price Comparison Site, Then Check Direct Price comparison sites […]

How to create the perfect card for Father’s Day

June 14, 2020 admin 0

Father’s Day is going to be a bit different in a number of ways this year due to the current lockdown rules, no big family meals, days out, or family gatherings. So making sure we remember to send our dads a card and some presents to show them that we are thinking of them is even more important than usual. If you have followed my blog for a while you will know that for me personalised […]

5 Top Tips By A Paediatrician On How To Start Weaning

June 8, 2020 admin 0

Weaning can be a fantastic journey to go on with your little one but it can also be a scary time, especially for first time parents. Add to this the new(ish) hype about baby led weaning (BLW) and it can feel very daunting as you prepare to go from giving your baby nothing but milk to all of a sudden allowing them to chow down on pretty much everything (within reason). Despite Layla being my […]

Through Others’ Eyes by Brainstorm Toys

June 7, 2020 admin 0

We love nothing more than a good games night in this house and often try out new board games on the weekends but since lockdown I have been trying to incorporate a few more educational based games to help instil a bit of learning along side the fun for the kids. This week we tried out Through Others’ Eyes by Brainstorm Toys. Through Others’ Eyes is aimed at children over 6, although personally I think […]