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Sparkles & Stretchmarks
http://sparklesandstretchmarks.blogspot.co.uk/
Parenting, beauty and lifestyle blog written from the honest point of view of a first time mum and beauty addict!
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Sweet & Savoury Saturdays!
Today I'm sharing two of my current favourite recipes - one savoury and one sweet! You Will Need: *2 or 3 decent chicken breast fillets *Sliced mushrooms *1... Read more
Posted on 07 February 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Tyne's Little Superfan Secret....
There's a little fact about my toddler son Tyne that I've been keeping from the world...but today, I'm sharing it....Tyne is a bit of a trainspotter. Not just... Read more
Posted on 06 February 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Choosing A Baby Name
I've said many times before that naming a child is possibly the thing I enjoy most about having a baby (I'm not the Earth-Mother "Oh how I love all these... Read more
Posted on 05 February 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Changing the Bad Sleep Patterns of Your Child
From the moment you bring your new-born home, one of the questions you’re constantly asked is “How is he/she sleeping?” Unfortunately, for some parents, bad... Read more
Posted on 04 February 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Is Cosmetic Surgery Cheaper Abroad Then in the UK and What Are the Risks
Cosmetic surgery can be a very beneficial procedure that can help a person not only look better but also feel better about their overall self image. Read more
Posted on 03 February 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Our Bluestone Break
We were recently given the opportunity to spend a 5 day break in the Bluestone National Park resort in Pembrokeshire, Wales. For those unfamiliar (as I was) wit... Read more
Posted on 03 February 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Sweets for Your Sweets by Retro Sweet
With Valentine’s Day looming, confectionary appears to be becoming the new gift of choice. If you’re looking for personalised Valentine’s sweets for the love... Read more
Posted on 03 February 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Choosing the Right Fridge Freezer for Your Home
As some of you may know, not long before Christmas, our little family moved house. With our little family soon to become a little larger by one extra new member... Read more
Posted on 03 February 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
The Ghost Girl
This is a poem I wrote, when I was 13. It's very "emo"...I'm sure you'll agree. Surprisingly though, I wasn't a particularly "emo" type person....I was quite a... Read more
Posted on 02 February 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
My Wavy Hair Look Featuring Babyliss
When it comes to hair idols, mine has to be Blake Lively....her gorgeous soft waves in her long blonde hair always stand out to me and I have tried so many time... Read more
Posted on 01 February 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Why Are Young People Less Interested In Learning To Drive Than Their Parents?
Young people are becoming less interested in learning to drive. True or false? According to a transport study done by Dr. Alexa Delbosc of Monash University,... Read more
Posted on 31 January 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Me & Mine: January 2015
Our first Me Mine photo for 2015 sees us all absolutely dithering with cold on a freeeeeezing Tenby beach!! This was taken last week on our little trip to... Read more
Posted on 31 January 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Marine Skin Science Gives Effective, Pure Skin Care
Clear, even skin tones convey a healthy appearance which is what everyone wants, but the pressures of modern living, stress and age-related issues mean many... Read more
Posted on 31 January 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Urban Decay Naked Skin: Review
Today I'm sharing with you my thoughts on some new products from Urban Decay's Naked Skin range...the Ultra Definition Powder Foundation and the Weightless... Read more
Posted on 30 January 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Providing Care for Elderly Couples
Do you have an elderly couple in the family? Caring for them probably isn’t something you want to think too much about, is it? Read more
Posted on 29 January 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Sales Haul!
I was lucky enough to receive a bit of spending money for Christmas this year, so I took the opportunity to hit up the January Sales! And of course, make use... Read more
Posted on 28 January 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Make Memories This Year with Merlin Annual Pass! - Don’t Miss out on the...
With 52 weekends a year, half term breaks and the entire summer holidays, there is so much time to have family fun. But how can you create fond and fun... Read more
Posted on 26 January 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
12 Random Acts
This Christmas, with everything so utterly hectic in our lives following our last minute house move and all the problems we were having with the pregnancy, it... Read more
Posted on 26 January 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Bump Watch 2: 30 Weeks!
First off, I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who left a comment on my 29 week update! I was feeling pretty overwhelmed with all the worry around the... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
How I Unwind
Now that I'm further in to my pregnancy, I try to give myself a bit of a pamper evening once a week to help me to unwind. It can be something as simple as... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2015 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION