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.
Holster Brands Beauty Pack
I love finding products that make life easier and tidier. I always try and organize my things so that I know where they are and how to find them, there is nothing more frustrating than needing an item and for the life-of-me, I can't find where you placed it. I love any item that helps me get organized (storage - I love storage solutions), in addition, a tool that helps keep things safe, i.e. like the hair straighteners, when using them I worry that I may burn something (done it before). With Holster Brands they design products for these needs - organisation and safety - Perfect, right?!
My First Bananagrams
My First Bananagrams is like Scrabble but without the board. This version of the Bananagrams game is designed for younger kids and packed in a green fabric banana shaped bag, it's a lovely playful learning tool. The game has and encourages lowercase letters and word-building, combo-letter tiles to help your child enjoy wordplay and word games.
Timmy Failure
Timmy Failure is a boy detective who lives with his mum. He was expelled from school but is allowed to return on a probationary basis. At school, a fellow student hires him to find the Miracle Report. Timmy’s quest takes him on a journey and through the story you follow him on his crazy adventure.
Aquabeads #aquabeads
Comeround.com invited us to join in their latest campaign, Aquabeads. We were sent a large hamper of Aquabead goodies. Included in the pack was the Aquabeads Complete, along with mini kits and demo samples.
breathease Cleaning Range
Breathease is the UK's first household cleaning range developed, tested and proven to be suitable for people with asthma and allergies. It is accredited and supported by Asthma UK.
Review: Where's Wally Activity Books
Where's Wally has been enjoyed and loved by Adults and Children since the 80s. And, I've been buying Where's Wally books for my boys over the past decade but never seen an activity one until now.
Vax PowerWash 2200W Complete Pressure Washer
Pressure Washers are so handy, I've been meaning to get one for so long, but always borrow my dads. So when I was approached by Vax to review their PowerWash 2200w Complete, I couldn't wait to give it a go.
Puzzle and Games for Kids
https://www.puzzlegamesforkids.com/, a Swedish educational technology company who develop free educational online puzzles and jigsaws for toddlers and pre-schoolers+.
We love puzzles, whether it be a physical puzzle or one that can be played on a portable device. Puzzles on portable devices have become more and more popular in recent years, they are easily accessible, fun, less mess, and the services can offer a good array of different puzzles.
Harry Potter Studio Tours
Last week we headed to Hertfordshire to visit Harry Potter Studio Tours. It was our first time and we were all very excited.
The Studio Tour takes you through a magical journey between two very large sound stages, where you will see many props, costumes, and special effects displays; as well as an outdoors area where you can visit and experience many of important sets and props for the Harry Potter movies.
Ted Baker Kids Bedding Range
I'm a big fan of Ted Baker clothing, I have a few dresses and tops hanging in my wardrobe. I love the style, the quality, and the designs. So when I was invited to review the new Ted Baker Kids Bedding range I was over the moon (a bit of a pun here).
Lawn Croquet Set
I love introducing new games to the children, especially games that can be played outdoors. And, Lawn Croquet is a classic and traditional game, one that the kids haven't played before. So I was super excited when were sent Garden Games Lawn Croquet set to review.
Lawn Croquet is a simple but fun game.
LED Hut Garden Challenge
I was invited to take part of the blogger challenge of revamping the garden in summer with some exciting pieces from LEDHut. We're currently having an extension built and renovations being done on our home, which is exciting, but at the same time, means our poor garden has suffered. It has effectively become a building yard. The decking has suffered massively, the grass is dead, the garden is scattered with bits of plaster, bricks etc.
Cry Babies Doll
Summer loves her new doll. We were sent one of the Cry Babies, Lea, from IMC. She was super excited as she had seen the TV advert a few times, and couldn't wait to give her a go. Since we had Lea, Summer has taken her everywhere, and really enjoys playing and looking after her new baby doll.
Casdon Henry household cleaning set
Summer loves to watch and copy me clean the house. She enjoys to get involved and 'help', however, it's not always safe to allow them to handle the household cleaners. So when we were invited to review the new Casdon Henry household cleaning set, I thought it would be perfect fun way allowing Summer to use her imagination to help me 'clean' the house with her new set - at the same time encouraging her.
Fuzzikins Dozy Dogs
Fuzzikins DozyDogs craft set.
This school holiday, arts and crafts projects have the kids occupied and kept them from getting bored, especially on rainy days - also, it keeps them away from too much screen time.
So we were excited to be sent Fuzzikins DozyDogs craft set to review.
Bibetta Neoprene Lunch Bag
The kids are back to school soon - a new year and for Summer she is starting full-time school for the first time - eekk.
So that means, school dinners and pack lunches. She wants a packed lunch 'just like Jacob', and she is quite excited about it.
PEPPA PIG SCHOOL HOLIDAY BUNDLE PART 2
We've been having lots of Peppa Pig fun this summer holiday. The kids have loved trying out all the new Peppa Pig goodies. It's been a great mix, from board games, books, and bedding. You can see Part 1 of our review here.
Flair Rugs - Tinker Bell
Summer celebrated her 4th birthday this week, she is growing up way too quickly. We've promised her a bedroom makeover, she has it all planned out, she wants a new cabin bed (like Jacob's), new curtains and a new rug. She currently has a small Peppa pig rug but wants a princess or fairy bedroom theme. So when Flair Rugs offered to send us the Tinker Bell rug from their kids collection to review it, we were excited.
QUECHUA 2 SECONDS EASY II FRESH & BLACK POP UP TENT
My oldest son and his friends will pack up, jump on the train and head off and wild camp, they do it now and then, and normally cram into one tent. So when we were invited to review the Quechea 2 Seconds Easy II Fresh & Black pop up tent, I knew it would be perfect for my son.
Caribbean Food Week with Grace Foods'
It's Caribbean Food Week the 22nd - 29th August. During this week we celebrate all things Caribbean food. And, Grace Foods, the UK’s number 1 Caribbean food and drink company, is at the forefront of celebrations. This year Grace Foods UK is holding its first ever Caribbean Food Week Food Festival at Windrush Square in Brixton, London (Friday 26th – Saturday 27th August), featuring Caribbean street food, live cookery demonstrations, music and more! It's a free event and perfect if you want to join in the celebrations and try some yummy Caribbean food.