Taking it on the chin(s)- 7 toddler “compliments”
We’ve all seen the inspirational quotes doing the rounds- us mums should take pride in our post baby bodies- our shattered, disheveled appearances are proof we put our children first. We are tigers...
View ArticleWe appear to have a pet pumpkin
When I was a child Halloween was barely acknowledged. My parents didn’t go in for “all that American nonsense.” The extent of my celebrations was opening the door to kids wearing bin bags and...
View ArticleDo You Talk Toddler Twaddle?
As much as we try to influence and teach our children, do you ever find at times it’s the other way round? Sometimes it takes someone outside of our household to point out that we are talking...
View ArticleReview: Hairydust Dry Shampoo For Children
This week we have been trying out Hairydust dry shampoo for children. Hairydust is the creation of a busy mum of twin tots, you know she’s dealt with her fair share of messy mop-tops and she knows...
View ArticleWhy Have a Naming Ceremony?
I had never really seen the point in naming ceremonies. By the time you feel like attending (let alone organising) a social gathering after giving birth, it’s fair to say your baby’s name will be...
View ArticleChristmas is coming! Let’s get our stories straight!
I’m not usually one to start thinking about Christmas before December but for the past few weeks I’ve started to feel a slight touch of magical fizz which I believe is scientifically known as...
View ArticleReview: Minnie Mouse hat, scarf & gloves set from Character.com
If you have a tot, tween, teen or big kid in your life you need Character.com on your radar. They sell a huge range of character clothing and accessories for children and adults at really affordable...
View ArticlePlease no, not the park!
Please no, not the park! I’m just going to say it- I really do not like taking my child to the park. Well, that’s not strictly true, we live close to a big country park and I’d happily spend...
View ArticleReview: Character.com Children’s Pyjamas
Nothing beats a new set of pyjamas, as far as I’m concerned you just can’t have too many. This is the time of year that I plan my Mass Pyjama Purchase- the new snuggly nightwear we need for winter, the...
View Article3 Story Books To Tackle Toddler Troubles
We all know parenting is fraught with highs and lows and in a lot of situations we need to seek out further advice – be that poring over parenting books or sharing experiences in forums. Through sheer...
View ArticleA Moment with a Mumpreneur- Mathilde’s Bakery
Looking at the cherub in her arms and a box of her exquisite cupcakes, it’s clear Claire Gardner has a talent for creating things of beauty! The 29 year old mother of one works 36 hours a week as a...
View ArticleReview: Wicked Uncle – toys & gifts with the wow factor
As a parent of a small child, I feel like I’m pretty clued up when it comes to toys. 80% of my floorspace is covered in them at any one time. I know what will be a big hit and what will sit gathering...
View ArticleMy £1 Christmas Craft Find
After spending a whole 15 minutes at a disappointing Christmas fayre that I had been bigging up to Small Stuff all week, I accepted the day was a washout. (4 stalls, a bewildered donkey and an elf...
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