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Month: December 2017

14thDecember2017
14

Sony Xperia XZ1 Review – A Superior Camera Phone

Sony Xperia XZ1 Review - Collage of various pictures of children.

Over the last few weeks I have been lucky enough to try out the Sony Xperia XZ1 and its amazing camera functions. When I first received the handset, I did a quick rundown of our first impressions. Now that I have been playing with the camera for a little while, I am back with my Sony… Read More

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13thDecember201712th December 2017
1

Chinese Dragon Puppet Craft with Paper Plates

Chinese Dragon Puppet Craft - A close up of a paper plate dragon and a small girl playing with it.

It is the last month of the year and this is my final #BostikBlogger craft post. The time has passed so quickly I have very much enjoyed sharing a different craft every single month. I really hope to keep up with the craft posts as I have enjoyed them immensely and I am proud of… Read More

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12thDecember201728th November 2019
10

On the Street Where You Live

On the Street Where You Live - little girl by a lake with mountains in the distance.

Every evening, after the children have had their baths, I read a story to my daughter. We sit on the rocking chair I nursed her in and we read by the light of her night-light. She chooses the story – sometimes Tico Tango, sometimes a story about a sweet monster. Most often we read Stick… Read More

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11thDecember20179th April 2018
5

Cheese and Mustard Mash with Pecorino Crunch

Cheese and Mustard Mash with Pecorino Crunch Feature - Mash with crunchy bits and an image of the potato packaging

As the winter nights draw in, there are certain foods that we crave because they bring comfort. Mashed potatoes have always been a favourite of mine, especially during the colder months. We have teamed up with Co-op to create a recipe for their new Lilly ‘Irresistible’ Mashing Potatoes. This recipe for  Cheese and Mustard Mash with… Read More

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10thDecember201711th December 2017
2

A Christmas Card Dilemma

Christmas Dilemma - lots of little Christmas Cards

A few weeks ago, our first Christmas card arrived. As soon as Biggest saw the brightly coloured image slide from the envelope, he was transfixed. “What is it?” he asked me, stimming excitedly. “It’s a Christmas card, Sweetheart.” The card was an image of Father Christmas, good-naturedly placing his arm on a friendly snowman, sack… Read More

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7thDecember20177th December 2017
2

Low-Sugar Trifle – Christmas treats without the guilt.

Low-sugar Trifle for Christmas with Splenda low-calorie sweetener. Two images of the trifle from the side and above.

Christmas is traditionally a time for indulgence. If you can’t eat three desserts in one sitting at Christmas, then when can you, after all? Of course, there are many reasons why you might like to cut down on sugar, and eat more healthily, even at this time of year. Since having children I have been… Read More

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6thDecember201713th April 2018
48

Gluten-Free Crispy Cake Recipe & Envirokidz Giveaway

Gluten-free crispy cakes recipe with Envirokids Collage of the crispy cakes and a small girl eating them with the cereal package in the background.

Nature’s Path, the organic and gluten-free experts, are bringing their two well-loved kids’ cereals to the UK. Envirokidz Leapin’ Lemurs and Choco Chimps are delicious organic, gluten-free and dairy-free breakfast cereals that your kids will love. Nature’s Path created Envirokidz cereals in order to continue their support of eco-friendly and conservation issues. They donate 1% of sales to… Read More

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5thDecember20175th December 2017
227

Win Beko Cordless Upright & Handheld Vacuum Cleaner

Win A Beko Cordless Vacuum - collage of the vacuum in upright and handheld modes

Over the last few months, I have had the privilege of working with Beko to bring you some brilliant prizes. This month is my final Beko giveaway and I am thrilled to be able to offer my readers the chance to win a Beko Cordless Handheld & Upright Vacuum Cleaner Deluxe VRT6221P. Vacuuming may not… Read More

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4thDecember20174th December 2017
0

Mr. Happy Rainbow Spider – Our Dream Petplan pet

Dream Pet from Pet Plan - comparison of drawing of Mr Happy Rainbow Spider and real toy. His name pretty much says it all.

It seems that Littlest has something in common with Peppa Pig – a fondness for spiders and a desire to have one as a pet. Lucky for Littlest, Petplan recently approached us to be a part of their dream pets campaign. This campaign encourages children to put their artistic skills to the test by drawing… Read More

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1stDecember20171st December 2017
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Top Tips For Night Time Potty-Training

Collage of pull-ups, night time potty training aids such as glowing stars and a small girl, ready for bed with a stuffed rabbit - Tips For Night Time Potty-Training

Our potty training journey is nearly over. It feels strange to say so. It has been over five years since I was not changing nappies on a daily basis. For as long as I have been a parent, there have been nappies. And now, nappies are not a part of my life any more. Suddenly,… Read More

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I am Danielle and I am an ex-English teacher living on the border between Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. I have two children, a boy, 9, who is on the autistic spectrum, and a daughter, 7… read more

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