Welcome to my Lifestyle Parenting Blog, where I explore topics related to chronic illnesses such as ME/CFS, chronic pain, and fibromyalgia while embracing a passion for yoga, books, and blogging.
myStyle Surf Style Jewellery
We were sent Interplays mySyle Surf Style Jewellery set for review.
The kit allows you to design and make surf style bracelets and necklaces, it is a really lovely craft kit from Interplay. The set is nicely put together with the included parts that all feel really good quality.
Stickibox Craft Kit for Children
Stickibox was founded by two mums, Pip & Kerry, who were inspired after watching their children create a car our of an empty cardboard box. And, Stickibox was born. All of Stickibox products are made in the UK and each kit is made from recycled material which can be recycled again after use.
Kid's Mac in a Sac
Come rain or come shine we take the dogs and kids out for walks. Whether that be in the woodlands, the marshes, or the beach, no matter the weather we love to get outdoors. We normally leave it to the kids to decide where they want to go for the walk, we then pack our backpack and head off.
Vanilla-Filled Chocolate Cookies - "LIfe is Sweet" The Hummingbird Bakery
The Hummingbird Bakery, famous for their Red Velvet, have been bringing us the finest authentic American cakes and desserts to London since 2004. They are six The Hummingbird bakeries across London and serve traditional American cupcakes, layer cakes, brownies, pies, tray bakes, cheesecakes, whoopie pies and many more delicious and unique desserts.
Rock Pooling in West Runton
Haven Holidays want to encourage you to get outdoors this summer, thus, they have designed an activity guide full of exciting and fun ways to do just that. We were approached by Haven Holidays to choose one activity from their 2016 activity guide and to share our experience.
The End of Yet Another Era - Teenage Son Finished School
The end of yet another era. They come thick and fast, too fast.
It only seems like yesterday when he was my baby boy, my first baby, oh how I used to just cuddle him hours and hours on end, never wanting to let him go or let him out of my sight and now he's a fully fledged grown up. Whilst there's apart of me that's a little sad, I'm also incredibly proud of him and excited. I am excited for the future, his future, and I can't wait to see what he does with his life.
SBC Skincare Arnica Gel
I swear by Arnica gel and have been a long time fan of SBC's Arnica Skincare Gel (15-years). Arnica is a natural, plant-based gel derived from the plant Arnica Montana. It's a non-oily gel that is a light and easy to apply. It absorbs quickly into the skin and works wonders in soothing the affected area.
The Lion Guard Twitter Party
Disney’s The Lion Guard is a fun, animated tv series based on The Lion King. The new animated series is based around Kion, son of Simba and Nala. Kion leads the Lion Guard, a team of animals who's job is to protect the Pride Lands. To compliment this new series Flair has released an exciting new range of toys, like the Defend the Pride Lands play set, which features a boulder launcher, waterfall, motorised vine lift and collapsing rock ledge. Included is a Kion action figure. The new range of toys include all the favourite Lion Guard characters with fun accessories.
Disney's A Whole New World - A Twisted Tale
I was super excited to review this book. It's a new take on the famous story, Aladdin; it's a twisted fairytale and with this book you get just that!
Review: Go Jetters Magazine
Go Jetters, a CBeebies preschool show is today launching a brand new magazine. Aimed at the children aged between 4–6, Go Jetters follows the adventures of four heroes, Xuli, Kyan, Lars and Foz, as they travel the world with their teacher, mentor and friend, Ubercorn. Issue 1 goes on sale 29 June 2016 and will be priced at £2.99
Enjoying More Water
When it comes to drinking water, I have two kids that love it and two that don't. And, with two out three parents saying they do not know how much water their children should be drinking each day, I know I am not the only parent out there trying to make this positive health change. It is small changes, like encouraging children to drink water regularly, can have a big impact on their health and lives.
Ravensburger SpongeBob Squarepants 100 XXL piece jigsaw puzzle
We were recently sent the Ravensburger SpongeBob Squarepants 100 XXL piece jigsaw puzzle for review. Jacob is a big SpongeBob Squarepants fan, and he loves puzzles, so he was super excited to receive the latest one from Ravensburger.
Rise To The Challenge
Fenetic Wellbeing specialises in providing quality affordable mobility and home aid products for the elderly. And, they contacted me to see if I wanted to take part in their #risetothechallenge campaign. The challenge involves me refreshing an elderly relative's living room as a surprise - As my father is 76-year-old, he was my natural choice, and this was a perfect way for me to treat him and to say 'thank you'.
Top Dog Apparel Wish List
My gorgeous beagle, Poppy, is finally over her 'teenage' years, which means we've made it past her naughty phase (although she still has her moments) and the chewing and destroying is finally getting better - unless she finds one of Jacob's stray NERF bullet, then she can't seem to help herself.
Life Lately
Life lately has been an amalgamation of GCSE's exams, work, visits to A&E, business travel, building work, weekly family walks and illnesses - and rubbish weather.
Wicked Uncle
It's that time of the year for me, where it starts to get busy with birthdays. Nephews, nieces and friends kids - quite a few over the next couple of months. I never know what to buy. I always try to get them something they will like, something I know they will play and have fun with. And, sometimes I cop out and give them cash in a card, but I try to avoid that where possible as it's always nice to put some thought into the gift buying.
Schleich Educational Toys
We received a selection of the Schleich Range for review, which included animals from the Schleich wildlife range: Elephant, Donkey, Tiger and a Sheep. Jacob's favourite is the Tiger whilst Summer loves the Donkey.
The Ultimate Camping Guide 2016 with Halfords
Growing up, I had many camping memories.
We went camping a lot, all over the UK and Europe, we camped in the Black Forest of Germany, in Switzerland and a few times in France. I loved it!
I have many camping memories and family stories that have been created due my parents love of caravanning and camping, and due to all their hard work (I am the oldest of 5). It all began for us when my brother started up BMXing as a hobby, and I started shortly after.