As a very busy mum I’m sure I’m not alone in having an overflowing washing basket. A husband with a messy hobby, a toddler addicted to his paints and the garden and baby discovering food do not make for clothes which stay clean for long. Thank goodness for Ariel Powder which has been awarded Best Buy status from independent consumer magazine Which? for the third time! The Which? Best Buy status is awarded to products and services which have satisfied specific criteria based on the results of rigorous comparative tests and analysis. In this month’s consumer product review, Which? Praised…
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I can’t be the only parent in the world who loves buying toys for their children. I don’t think you ever really grow bored of toys and children are a great excuse for forgetting the washing up and having some fun! In fact, I’m happy to admit my house is a mess because I’d rather help the toddler build towers, have car crashes or his recent favourite, race cars down the hallway! Today I have a great giveaway thanks to Argos who have offered the Disney Pixar Cars 2 Spiral Speedway for one lucky reader of the gingerbread house. This…
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I’m really pleased to bring you a lovely giveaway from The Works, Britain’s leading discount book store, so if you love reading with your little ones, read on for a great giveaway. As a child I loved hearing my parents read these classic Beatrix Potter stories and I now enjoy reading them with my children. Who can forget the tale of Two Bad Mice, which is currently my naughty toddler’s favourite? Or the tale of Tom Kitten, which is perfect for my 7 month old who has just started noticing we have cats! The Peter Rabbit Library gift set contains…
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The other week was quite a busy one. As well as our exciting trip to the West End I was also invited to a bespoke curated tour at the National Portrait Gallery. Beauty Recommended, an online magazine brought to you by P&G, is going mobile this summer with the launch of its first beauty mobile app. Offering you the hottest beauty tips and trends, personal recommendations from some of the world’s leading beauty experts and three exclusively curated tours around the ‘beauty spots’ of London – it’s every beauty lover’s must have tool! In my previous life I was a…
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Plum have recently launched a range of brand-new Taste Adventures recipes for babies from 10 months old. These recipes are the real thing – foods from around the world, adapted to suit your baby’s stage of weaning without sacrificing any of the distinctive flavours that make them so delicious! Plum’s Taste Adventures Stage 3 range (10+ months) consists of four mouth-watering recipes, ready to eat from the pot. Convenient for mum and exciting for baby, the range comprises of: Sweet cape curry with beef, Chickpea and chicken tagine, Mediterranean paella and salmon and Aubergine and lamb moussaka. My 6 month is currently…
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My daughter has recently been trying out her first pair of shoes. Starting out in Australia, the SKEANIE brand – loved by little feet around the world – has come to Europe. Its eco-approach only uses off cuts of leather to create stylish shoes that nurture and protect children’s feet. If this sounds like your kind of brand I have a great giveaway so you can win a pair of shoes of your own choice. I ordered a pair of the adorable Infant Mary-Janes in pink for my daughter. SKEANIES are shown in European sizes but the website has a really handy measuring chart…
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Are you looking for the perfect gift for Father’s Day? I have a wonderful giveaway which the winner will receive in time for Father’s Day. Sussex based model-makers, Chisel & Mouse, handcraft iconic buildings in miniature. By blending state-of-the-art techniques with traditional model making skills they have created an inspired collection of high-quality models which are beautiful to the eye and touch. Forget about the mug, magnet and key ring! Football-loving Dad’s can have their own souvenir of Arsenal, Craven Cottage or Ibrox Stadiums – the ultimate stylish memorabilia. There are also some wonderful models of iconic buildings, including Battersea Power…
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I have a lovely giveaway for any mums in need of a treat from Cocoon Collection. Cocoon Collection provides a great range of present ideas, giving a very special gift solution for all occasions and recipients of all ages. The gift bags, boxes, sets and tins aim to provide a wow factor throughout the whole experience, from the curious parcel arriving, opening the exquisite packaging and then using and enjoying the quality contents. Their present collections are carefully put together for any special occasion and there’s a great choice, especially for babies and mums. Cocoon Collection have kindly offered one…
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A couple of weeks ago we were invited to hear more about zulily over afternoon tea at the fantastic Home House in the West End. Whilst the children were happily playing I got to browse some of the collections and learn more about it. zulily.co.uk is a new online store featuring daily discounts on well known brands for mums, babies and kids. zulily events last 72 hours and members enjoy savings of up to 90% off retail prices. Becoming a member couldn’t be simpler, just sign up on the homepage and you can be kept up to date on zulily…