Sparklesandstretchmarks

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• Siblings In September

  

  So here we are in Autumn! Does anyone know where the summer went?! I swear the months pass by faster and faster with each passing one! Read more

  Posted on 15 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Graco Modes Duo Pushchair Review

  

  As a Graco Ambassador, it's my role to try and review some of the fantastic products available in the Graco range and this week I'll be reviewing the fabulous... Read more

  Posted on 14 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Toddler Tried & Tested: Barbie Deluxe Styling Head

  

  If you've seen my blog or social media posts recently, then you may well be aware that my son Noah is a HUGE fan of anything Princess related, pink or pretty! Read more

  Posted on 14 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Toddler Tried & Tested: Mickey Mouse Roadster Racer Review

  

  A few weeks back, we were sent the Mickey Mouse Roadster Racer to test out with the kids. Ever since our visit to Disneyland Paris the boys have been... Read more

  Posted on 14 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Packed Lunch Tips & Ideas For Reception Children

  

  As a work from home mum of 3 children under 5, life is rarely anything but chaotic! And now that my oldest has started school, I'm finding myself struggling... Read more

  Posted on 14 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• 3 Bedrooms, 3 Children - Solving The Dilemma!

  

  Do you ever feel that perhaps you've outgrown your current home but yet you just don't have the means to move on right now? I do! Our current home is a rented... Read more

  Posted on 14 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Memories Of Summer 2017

  

  This Summer has been one of the best I can remember in years, and although the weather has now turned colder and I feel the need to snuggle under my mermaid... Read more

  Posted on 13 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• 36 Lessons For 36 Years

  

  ^^The photo my mum chose to share on Facebook. Me Throwing my "paddy"...not much has changed! Today, I turn 36. (What a depressing sentence that is! One step... Read more

  Posted on 11 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Nursery Ideas For Little Ones

  

  Now that my youngest son Sailor is almost 2, I've been thinking about how to redecorate his bedroom as it won't be long before he comes out of his cot and... Read more

  Posted on 08 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• A Weekend Of Relaxation At The West Bay Club & Spa, Isle Of Wight

  

  A few months back, at the beginning of summer I received an email offering myself Jon the chance to try out a spa break on the Isle Of Wight... Read more

  Posted on 08 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Back To School With Nutmeg

  

  Next week, my biggest boy is heading off to big school for the first time. I won't lie, I'm feeling rather emotional about it all...as well as rather stressed... Read more

  Posted on 07 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Feelings On The First Day Of School...

  

  I remember the moment I first found out I was going to be a mum. It feels like a million lifetimes ago and yet as though it was just yesterday all at the same... Read more

  Posted on 06 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Saving Money On Family Experiences With Tesco Clubcard #CollectWithClubcard

  

  This week, my first born child is starting school...a milestone that most parents dread and I am no different. It feels like such a huge change in our lives in... Read more

  Posted on 05 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Importance of Regulating Baby's Temperature

  

  Setting the right temperatures and humidity for your baby is important. Babies have much less body weight than adults, which makes it harder for a baby's body t... Read more

  Posted on 05 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• How We Afford To Travel Often As A Family

  

  Before I had children, one of my favourite things to do was travel - and when I found out I was expecting I worried a lot about whether or not we'd be able to... Read more

  Posted on 04 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Our Visit To Buckinghamshire

  

  I remember last Summer when I was parent to a 3 year old, 1 year old and newborn...I noticed that all of my favourite bloggers had gone really quiet over the... Read more

  Posted on 01 September 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Final Word On The Disneyland Drama!

  

  So the past 48 hours have been a little crazy. After receiving an email from Disneyland Paris to inform me that my son couldn't take part in one of their... Read more

  Posted on 31 August 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Why Can't My Son Be A Princess At Disneyland? : An Open Letter To Disneyland...

  

  Dear Disneyland Paris, This is my son Noah. Noah is about the biggest Elsa fan in the world. You won't know us but we know you very well.... Read more

  Posted on 29 August 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• 10 Ways I'm #RockingMotherhood

  

  I'm 3 children and 4 years into motherhood. As you can imagine, those 4 years have been a whirlwind of morning sickness, SPD, newborn hazy days, sleepless... Read more

  Posted on 25 August 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Peace Of Mind For Parents With Unifood Direct

  

  When September rolls around, my eldest child will head off to school full time - for 5 days a week, 6 hours a day he will be away from me and to be totally... Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2017 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION