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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!
LATEST ARTICLES ( 3013 )
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Robin Williams.
I've debated whether or not I should write a post about the death of Robin Williams for most of the day. I don't usually blog about celebrity deaths when they... Read more
Posted on 13 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Henry Hugglemonster: Review
Roaring is one of Tyne's favourite things to do at the moment. We've been practising animal noises a lot since he turned 1, and although he has a fair few of... Read more
Posted on 12 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Mamastyle Monday Featuring Shoe Zone!
This week has been a bit of a funny one in the Sparkles household. I haven't been feeling very well at all, and there have been lots of hospital... Read more
Posted on 11 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
#BlackpoolsBack
If you asked your children where in the world they would most love to go on holiday....where do you think they would choose? I'd personally have imagined... Read more
Posted on 11 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Let The Games Begin....
Picture the scene. There are people all around me. Everywhere I look....but I can't focus on anyone in particular because they're moving too fast. Their faces... Read more
Posted on 08 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Summer Maternity Wear Picks
Trying to find clothing that ticks all the boxes when you're expecting can be difficult. You want comfort and ease of wear, but that doesn't mean you want to... Read more
Posted on 07 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
#BodyUNAshamed Project
Body shaming. You hear these words pretty often these days, but do any of us really appreciate just how much of it is going on all around us everyday? Read more
Posted on 07 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Fancy Dress for All Ages: Outfits for Everyone
Is there such a thing as being too old for fancy dress? Whether you’re 3 or 103, the opportunity to dress up is a great way to inject a little fun into the... Read more
Posted on 07 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
How I Overcame Social Anxiety & Panic Attacks To Appear On Live TV
It's been 2 weeks now since I rushed off to London for one of the most hectic and stressful mornings of my life to film an interview segment for This Morning... Read more
Posted on 05 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
#Mamastyle Monday Feat Crocs!
Today's Mama Style Monday features not only one of my own favourite outfits right now, but also one of my favourite of Tyne's summer outfits too. Read more
Posted on 04 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
How To Get Your Head Back In The ‘Work Game’
*Contains a sponsored link If you’ve had a baby recently, within the last five years, or even (what seems like) a million years ago, first of all –... Read more
Posted on 03 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Couples123 Tag & YouTube
As you may know, a while ago I decided to start a YouTube Channel.This is something I've played around with on and off, and I go through phases of enjoying it... Read more
Posted on 03 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
#SundayBest - Link up Your Best Post of the Week!
Thank you to everyone who joined in with the Sunday Best linky last week - I'm so pleased that you guys are supporting this new linky.... Read more
Posted on 03 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Competition: Win A David Iconique Kaftan!
With Summer Holiday season well truly upon us, what better prize for all you Yummy Mummies Lovely Ladies out there than a gorgeous kaftan to brighten up you... Read more
Posted on 02 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Summer Lifehacks!
Life Hacks have to be my favourite trend of the moment. You know how it is as a busy mum, time is precious - and there is so little of it spare! Read more
Posted on 02 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Making Kids Bedrooms Comfortable
For children, their bedroom is the most important room in the house. It’s the place they spend much of their free time, and the first thing that really feels... Read more
Posted on 01 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Mummy & Me Meals: Beef Curry
Welcome to a new monthly feature on my blog! On the first Friday of every month I will be sharing a Mummy Me recipe. I am currently following the Slimming... Read more
Posted on 01 August 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Me & Mine: July 2014
This month has passed by in such a blur. Infact the calendar in my bedroom is honestly still on July 3rd....I see it every day and think to myself "Someone has... Read more
Posted on 31 July 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Perfect Gifts For Little Girls....
As I focus so much on boys toys products on the blog (Being the mother of a boy!) I do like to stop and focus on girl's things every now then, as I'm aware... Read more
Posted on 31 July 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
NetFlix #StreamTeam
You may have seen me showing this little beauty off a bit on social media a week or so ago.... This was my very generous and lovely gift from the amazing team a... Read more
Posted on 30 July 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION