• #ClangersForKindness
    competition - parenting

    Win a bundle of Clangers toys {#ClangersForKindness}

    November 3, 2016 - By 

    My children have always enjoyed watching the Clangers, just as I did when I was little. I think the message behind the show is a very important for little ones to learn – how we should spread kindness every day, just like the Clangers do on the little blue planet. Kindness is one of those things which I’ve tried to instil in my children. But just how do you encourage your child to practice kindness? Take a look at this video to see what the kids thought about kindness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51lbddJMo7o I know my kids are kind-hearted, in fact we often laugh…

  • Pumpkin carving at Hughenden Manor
    Buckinghamshire - days out - Local Review - National Trust - parenting

    Pumpkin carving at Hughenden Manor

    October 29, 2016 - By 

    I’m so pleased we were able to squeeze in a trip to do some pumpkin carving at Hughenden Manor today. It was a great way to round off a very exciting half term. It’s also one of my favourite National Trust properties. Hughenden Manor was the home of Benjamin Disraeli, once Prime Minister, but also had an important role during the Second World War. Today you can visit part of the house, gardens, and extensive grounds. They also run some really fun events for families. Last year we went along to one of their Apple Days, this time we wanted…

  • Star Wars Force Lightning Energy Ball
    parenting - playing - toy review - UKMums.TV Preferred Blogger

    Star Wars Force Lightning Energy Ball {Uncle Milton Star Wars Science}

    October 28, 2016 - By 

    My 6 year old practically eats, sleeps and plays Star War. He is very excited about the release of Rogue One in December and has already started collecting the Rogue One trading cards. He loves anything Star Wars so I knew he would be intrigued by the Star Wars Force Lightning Energy Ball. Star Wars Force Lightning Energy Ball Harness the power of Force Lightning like Yoda and The Empire. Touch the Energy Ball and see pulses of real plasma energy stream directly towards your fingertips. Move light energy with your hands just like a Sith Lord. The energy ball is…

  • TNMT: Out of the Shadows DVD Cover
    competition - days out - London - parenting

    TNMT: Out of the Shadows skateboarding masterclass and DVD giveaway

    October 25, 2016 - By 

    Yesterday we were invited to KidZania London for a turtely awesome skateboarding masterclass to celebrate the release of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows. My children love visiting Kidzania and I knew this would be a fun start to their half term week. My 6 year old loves his mini-skateboard so I knew he would love the opportunity to learn some moves from the professionals at Camp Rubicon. KidZania was the perfect location for the masterclass and as soon as we arrived we were taken to the Stadium and the children were kitted out with knee pads, elbow pads…

  • A spooktacular Halloween at Warwick Castle
    days out - parenting - Warwickshire

    A spooktacular Halloween at Warwick Castle

    October 23, 2016 - By 

    Yesterday we were invited to visit Warwick Castle and see how six all new spine-tingling attractions have turned Warwick Castle into The Haunted Castle over Halloween! It’s been a long time since I last visited Warwick Castle so I was looking forward to going back with my children. My 6 year old is currently studying castles in Year 2 so I knew he would love it. A spooktacular Halloween at Warwick Castle Prepare to be scared this half-term at The Haunted Castle, returning this Halloween at Warwick Castle (22-31 October), with six all-new thrills and spine chills. By day, there are fun and friendly…

  • FrubesMoves Challenge
    Family Life - parenting

    Breakfast grooves with Angry Birds Frubes

    October 22, 2016 - By 

    Have you seen The Angry Birds Movie? In it you finally find out why the birds are so angry… The movie takes you to an island populated entirely by happy, flightless birds – or almost entirely. In this paradise, Red, a bird with a temper problem, speedy Chuck, and the volatile Bomb have always been outsiders. But when the island is visited by mysterious green piggies, it’s up to these unlikely outcasts to figure out what the pigs are up to. We watched the movie earlier this Summer and my children have had their favourite characters ever since. This has…

  • Ready for Halloween with Boohoo Kids
    Autumn - clothing - parenting

    Ready for Halloween with Boohoo Kids

    October 20, 2016 - By 

    I’m sure I’m the least fashionable mum on the school run but I love my children to look good. Luckily they both love to go clothes shopping and have an eye for fashion – perhaps they’ll be taking me shopping when they’re older! Anyway, Boohoo.com recently got in touch and asked if we’d like to review the new Boohoo Kids collection. I find it much quicker and easier shopping online than I do in person so I was delighted to spend a quiet hour with a nice cup of hot tea looking at their site. I was asked to take…

  • How To Be like Poppy from Trolls
    parenting - playing - toy review - UKMums.TV Preferred Blogger

    How To Be like Poppy from Trolls {Trolls Hug Time Bracelet and Poppy Wig }

    October 20, 2016 - By 

    We are so excited to go and see the new stellar-studded animation film Trolls from DreamWorks. The trailers look fun, my daughter insisted I buy her the Trolls sticker album so she is familiar with the characters, and we’re hoping to go tomorrow as a half term treat. A few weeks ago we had fun reviewing the Poppy Style Station and were delighted to be offered the new Trolls Hug Time Bracelet and Poppy Wig to review. These are part of a range of hair play and dress up toys based on the hairy characters, from Just Play. How To Be…

  • Miffy x H&M collection
    clothing - parenting

    Miffy x H&M collection

    October 16, 2016 - By 

    Yesterday we went to Westfield London and I couldn’t resist popping into the massive H&M there to check out a new line of clothing featuring our favourite little rabbit, Miffy.  Mercis and fashion retailer H&M have joined forces to launch a range of apparel featuring Dutch artist Dick Bruna’s classic character Miffy. The Miffy x H&M collection comprises of clothing for babies (aged 0-24 months) and children (aged 2-14). Did you know that Miffy is now 61 years old? I love the fact she is as appealing today as the day she was created by Dick Bruna. I’ve always liked…