I spent most of my childhood with my nose in a book and I’m really keen to pass this love of books on to my children. Firmly believing that it’s never too early to start reading with your child, I was delighted that Little Sis was sent a soft book and rattle for review from JellyboxUK.com. They sell luxury children’s and baby gifts including a selection of cloth books. We received Captain Calamari’s Treasure Hunt, a lovely story which Little Sis loves looking at with me. The bright colours and tactile formats will delight little readers keen to explore. Bold,…
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Big Brother has been a bit poorly which means we’ve been spending lots of time snuggled up indoors trying to find things to do. Fortunately he likes playing games on the iPad and iPhone, in between episodes of Chuggington and coughing, so we’ve been trying out some new apps. Based on the original books by renowned education expert Dr. Lin Day, Stagecoach Education: Project Christmas is the first of the series to be brought to the iPad. Stagecoach was the first ever Educational Course developed for Under 5s and it has been helping to educate a global audience for over…
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Until recently Big Brother has been the *biggest* Chuggington fan. He literally eats, sleeps and breaths Chuggington. Until, that is, he caught an episode of Thomas the Tank Engine. Unfortunately when he wants to watch an episode he can only say “choo choo” which we have to interpret as either Chuggington or Thomas! Luckily for Big Brother he was sent a sneak preview of the new Thomas & Friends DVD which goes on sale on Monday 23rd January. Thomas is back with four exciting engine-packed adventures. Called Thomas & Friends: Thomas in Charge which finds Thomas taking Charge, Henry trying…
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I’m definitely at the (second-time) new mum stage where it’s a struggle to squeeze a shower into our day, let alone brush my hair or slap on some moisturiser. However, when I was offered the chance to try a new beauty product I thought this was a great opportunity to do something for myself! Artistry skincare, exclusively from Amway, launches its second product in the Intensives skincare range. Following the success of the celebrity favourite – Renewing Peel, loved by Helena Christensen, Pamela Anderson, Jaime Winstone and many more, Amway has licensed leading anti-ageing technology for its new Anti-Wrinkle Firming…
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On the eleventh day of Christmas my mummy bought for me – an Etch-a-Sketch for Etchin, (science kits for kids, an eco game for playing, friends from Sylvania, a Rastamouse that sings, a 3D Puzzle, Club Penguin Gifts, fun festive crafts and a hamster dressed like royalty!). A present that the whole family will want to get their hands on! Everyone loves Etch a Sketch and the simple pleasure of creating your very own artistic creations so the 50th anniversary edition (has it been that long?) is the perfect way to celebrate. Etch a Sketch is available from Flair for…
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It’s funny how the beautiful family home we bought before we had children is now bursting at the seams. We clearly never anticipated the explosion of stuff that came with having one child and with the arrival of Little Sis we are now constantly tripping over toys, children or cats and are looking forward to moving sometime next year. I’m excited at the prospect of gaining space and perhaps the chance to update some of our furniture which we’ve had for years. Little Sis is currently in with us but in a couple of months she’ll need her own space.…
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One of the things I had forgotten about having a baby was how much they dislike being washed and changed and Little Sis is no different. She suffers from reflux, just like her Big Brother did, which means we get through plenty of vests and babygros each day. Being a winter baby she needs plenty of wrapping up when we venture out so I was really excited when I was offered a Nod Pod baby blanket to try. Nod Pod baby blanket We were sent a white Nod Pod which is a contemporary version of a baby blanket, designed to…
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On the tenth day of Christmas my mummy bought for me – Fire Trucks for Saving, (science kits for kids, an eco game for playing, friends from Sylvania, A Rastamouse that sings, a 3D Puzzle, Club Penguin Gifts, fun festive crafts and a hamster dressed like royalty!) I have to admit that until recently we hadn’t watched any episodes of Fireman Sam! We usually stick to cBeebies but that didn’t stop Edward from recognising a helicopter, one of the range of Fireman Sam Vehicles available from Character Options for £9.99. Help everyone’s favourite hero next door, Fireman Sam save the…
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Having a little family of my own really makes me feel like a responsible adult! As soon as Big Brother was born we set up a savings account for him and we’re about to do the same for Little Sis. I must admit that my husband is in control of most of the important financial things, such as the mortgage, the bills and car insurance renewal. I’m very lucky that he deals with all these things as since giving up work my brain is quite mushy. I’d rather be responsible for the domestic side of things and ensure the cupboards…