Review: Nappy Balm from Baby Sensory
We have a collection of nappy balms in different tubes and jars. We’re really fortunate that Edward doesn’t often suffer from nappy rash, only when he has a new tooth coming through or if he has an upset tummy. We were sent a new Nappy Balm from Baby Sensory to try. It’s not just a…
Review: Teething Bling
We were asked if we would like to try teething bling. It’s a great name which hooked me immediately to find out more. A little package duly arrived which I excitedly opened and found contained the loveliest, if unusual, necklace which was beautifully packaged. Teething bling has been designed to help babies who love to…
Cath Kidston cross stitch
My latest favourite craft is cross stitch. I’ve been working my way through my copy of Cath Kidston Stitch which is full of projects which can be made using needlepoint or cross stitch. This pattern turned our bigger than it was supposed to but I’m enjoying the challenge of trying something new. It’s a great…
Review: Silver Spring’s British Spring Water
Silver Spring have launched a new spring water especially designed for children with the aim of encouraging them to keep hydrated. Apparently only 6% of children drink their recommended daily allowance of water. The bottles feature three designs: Angelina Ballerina, Firemen Sam and Bob the Builder. Edward received the Firemen Sam and Bob the Builder…
A moan about nappies
I found this post as a draft that has been hanging around since November 2010! Time unfortunately hasn’t helped so I thought I would post it in case anyone can help. I have to rant about disposable nappies. Ages ago we were asked to test Huggies natural fit nappies. During the day the nappies were…
Review: nanny in a book
Have you heard of the exclusive Norland Nannies? For over a century they have cared for the children of royalty and celebrities. Nanny in a book sells itself as the next best thing to a Norland Nanny, offering a handbook to parents full of top tips and personal advice. I was keen to review this…
First trimester over already
I’m hoping to record the highs and lows of my second pregnancy. So, from the beginning: Week 5 – I did a pregnancy test to confirm what I already knew! I had an allergic reaction to something which made my skin itchy but the Doctor said it was nothing pregnancy related. I sent off my…
The vintage nursery
The steal of my year was three vintage jigsaws for just 10p. I did query the woman who said 10p but obviously she didn’t see the potential in the jigsaws that I did. I happily handed over my 10p coin and took the jigsaws home. The vintage nursery The jigsaws were all made from thick…