• Surprise Squishy Box from Squishy Kiosk
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    Win a Surprise Squishy Box from Squishy Kiosk

    May 12, 2018 - By 

    Have you succumbed to the new craze for squishies? My 8 year old absolutely loves the feel of them so was delighted to be sent an assortment of squishies from Squishy Kiosk. Squishies are amazing soft toys made from foam materials that children can’t help but squish! They remind me of the stress balls we used to receive from salespeople at conferences. Squishies are the ultimate slow rising foam toy. Simply squeeze them, then watch them transform as they slowly rise! Squishy Kiosk sent us some of their newest squishies. They also produce the fabulous Kawaii Box which I’ve collaborated on with them before.…

  • How to fly like an elephant by Kyoto Nemoto
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    How to fly like an elephant by Kyoko Nemoto

    May 11, 2018 - By 

    It feels like it’s been a while since I shared a really good childrens’ book with you. Both my children are bookworms. We still visit our local library every few weeks but it’s also really lovely to be sent a book to review. Recently the V&A has collaborated with Puffin on some fun picture books. The partnership brings the museum alive through innovative activity books and we are so excited to be telling you about How to fly like an elephant by Kyoko Nemoto. How to fly like an elephant by Kyoko Nemoto EVERYONE knows that elephants can’t fly. They’re TOO…

  • Sheringham to Holt {North Norfolk Railway}
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    Sheringham to Holt {North Norfolk Railway}

    May 9, 2018 - By 

    We love a heritage railway and on our recent trip to North Norfolk managed to ride on the North Norfolk Railway, which goes from the pretty seaside town of Sheringham to Holt. Sheringham to Holt {North Norfolk Railway} The North Norfolk Railway offers a 10.5 mile round trip by steam train (there are vintage diesel trains on some journeys) through an area of North Norfolk designated as being of outstanding natural beauty. We didn’t have great weather during our holiday but it didn’t stop us wanting to go on the steam train. We arrived at Sheringham and took the first…

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    Bluebells in Ruislip Woods

    May 8, 2018 - By 

    We are so lucky to have Ruislip Woods National Nature Reserve and Ruislip Lido near where we live. The Lido gets pretty busy on a sunny weekend so we avoid going but it’s surrounded by ancient woodland which is the perfect place to escape to for a cool walk. We last visited a few weeks ago and were so happy to see the bluebells blooming. We headed for a walk around Park Wood. It had been raining a lot but thankfully there were lots of raised paths so we didn’t get too muddy. My children love the woods and it was…

  • Bloopies underwater friends review
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    Bloopies underwater friends review

    May 7, 2018 - By 

    I have two water babies and am always on the lookout for toys they can play with in the bath. They still love bath time just as much as they did when they were babies. It’s also a great way to unwind after a busy day or weekend. This weekend we’ve been visiting my mum and I took something special for the children to play with. Have you heard of Bloopies? They are the ultimate underwater friends! The dolls squirt water out of their mouth and snorkel when you press their tummy, and they will blow bubbles too! Bloopies underwater friends…

  • Family Life - Monday Happy List

    Monday mindfulness – 5 Happy Things

    May 7, 2018 - By 

    Happy Monday everyone. Hope you had a great weekend. I love starting off each week by writing my Monday mindfulness – 5 happy things blog post. It’s a great chance to reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures – it’s a post I always enjoy writing. Monday mindfulness – 5 Happy Things It was a busy week for me as my son was off school for 3 days. So I didn’t have as much time as normal to get things done with him around. We started…

  • Danone Light and Free X Orla Kiely
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    Danone Light and Free X Orla Kiely

    May 6, 2018 - By 

    I love collaborations! I don’t usually eat breakfast but that didn’t stop me looking for the latest collaboration between Danone Light and Free X Orla Kiely. You all know how much I love my Orla Kiely handbags. Some of her homeware has crept into my house but generally I’m limited to a new handbag on my birthday or for Christmas. Well I was overjoyed to find an affordable collaboration between Danone Light and Free and Orla Kiely. Danone Light and Free X Orla Kiely Yep, Danone Light and Free and teamed up with Orla Kiely on an exclusive range of limited edition…

  • Glam Gloo Deluxe Pack review
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    Glam Goo Deluxe Pack review

    May 5, 2018 - By 

    My children love making slime. We make endless combinations of slime at home. Recently we were introduced to a new toy. Love making slime? Love all things fashion? Now, there’s a new way to customise slime and it’s the hottest fashion accessory on the high street. Yep – slime just got fashionable with brand new Glam Goo! Glam Goo Deluxe Pack review With Glam Goo you can customise, decorate and even wear your own slime. Start with your Glam Goo – that’s their special clear slime, and add in your choice of slime decorations – how about Unicorn Tears or Cloud…

  • Netflix cupcakes
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    What we’re watching on Netflix this Spring

    May 2, 2018 - By 

    Can you believe I’ve been a member of the Netflix Stream Team for a whole year? I’m not sure what’s more surprising. How quickly a year has gone by or how many great shows we’ve watched on Netflix! We were already fans of Netflix but I have to say that I have had so much fun working with them. Not only have they kept me up to date with all the best new shows, but they’ve also been really generous, sending us some great packages to ensure fun family time! What we’re watching on Netflix this Spring So what have…