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Recently, we spent the Autumn half term in Chania, Crete and stayed at Kiani Beach Resort (read more about our stay here). It was our first time visiting Chania and heard there was lots of see and do but had no idea where to start? The excursion team at Kiani Beach Resort, were extremely helpful in making some suggestions
Kiani Beach Resort, Crete There is nothing more satisfying than stepping off a plane to be met with a warm blast of summer on your skin. My shoulders drop and I’m ready to switch off. We’re on holiday. Hooray! Read on...
The last few years have seen it go from a nice reliable tipple to a mainstream staple. Gin is no longer just a drink. Its popularity for its refined taste has seen it make its way into our everyday food. Yogurt brand Müllerlight have created the first Gin & Tonic flavour fat-free yogurt. With two delicious flavoured recipes for you to indulge in - Gin & Tonic Flavour and Pink Gin & Elderflower Flavour.
Le Grand Pezet, transports you away from the hustle and bustle of city life into a calm and relaxing bolthole. Le Grand Pezet, is nestled just over an hour away from Bordeaux airport and is a short drive away from picturesque Aubeterre-Sur-Dronne, a little villagefilled withlots of pretty shops and cobbled streets to ramble over and not a Mcdonalds or Starbucks in sight, the feeling of truly being on holiday was upon us.
Clarks Kids X National Geographic have launched an exclusive range of sustainable fashion-forward shoes for tots through to teens. The collaboration aims to inspire and educate our children to be more eco-wise, and more aware of the animals who live it in.
Finley’s 5th Birthday with ParentVille Parties Gosh, I cannot believe my little boy is turning five this week. It only feels like yesterday that I was cradling a tiny newborn and wondering how we would get through the next twenty-four hours let alone the next five years. Fast forward almost five years and I …
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Hello You, You did! You delivered a beautiful baby girl. Okay, so you didn't get the home birth you wanted but you both are safe which is the most important thing . She is utterly gorgeous and the missing piece of the puzzle. She is going to change everything you just wait and see. She …
10 Things I Wish I’d Known About Potty Training 1. The only way is bribery (the sooner you learn that about motherhood, the easier your life will be). Reward charts, chocolate, the entire floor of Hamley, use whatever tactics you need and feel no guilt. 2. Potty training regression is real..which leads me nicely to …
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Today we were invited to the Outfit Kids Press Preview, to have a sneak peek at their SS19 collection. As soon as Olivia arrived she headed straight for the flamingo print bathing suit - that girl has fabulous taste! The bathing suit like the rest of the collection is fun, oozes colour and tons of …
30 SAYINGS YOU SWORE YOU WOULD NEVER USE AS A PARENT. I bet you used aleast one this week. 1. Let's play the quiet game 2. You’ll understand when you have kids 3. Wait & see 4. That’s for me to know and you to find out 5. Say pardon not what 6. There is …
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15 Truths About Breastfeeding Breastfeeding my babies was pretty awesome and when they went onto formula that was just as liberating. Today I’m sharing the honest truth about my highs & lows of breastfeeding, so enjoy! 1. You don’t have to do it & don’t let others make you feel guilty for not or for …
Scrumptious Sausage Stew Serves 3 Ingredients 12 Chicken Sausages (I use HECK sausages) 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 tsp Fennel Seeds 1 White Onion, roughly chopped 3 Garlic Cloves 1 large Sweet Pepper, roughly chopped 3 Celery Sticks, roughly chopped 1 Tin of chopped Tomatoes 1 Generous tbsp Tomato Puree 300ml Chicken Stock …
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Living in South West London, we're spoilt for choice when it comes to delightful, independent restaurants to tickle our taste-buds. We have everything from authentic Japanese, Tapas to Dirty burgers, there really is something for everyone. So when we were asked to step out of South London and sample the cusine at The Chilli Pickle …
How to Make A Classic Halloween Costume Truly Unique.There is no limit to how much fun you can have when planning your little ones Halloween Costume. Whether you are putting your own twist on a shop bought costume or making an outfit from scratch, the creative possibilities are endless. Depending on how young your little …
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I am thrilled to see that I have been featured in Champney's Spa Online, where I share my top beauty tip for busy Mums. Click on the link to read for full article. https://www.champneys.com/about-champneys/blog/quick-and-easy-beauty-tips-for-busy-parents/
Last weekend, we jumped in the car and headed to the chocolate box village of Salthouse in Norfolk, for a weekend stay at Pembroke Cottage. As our car pulled into the farm house style drive way, I felt a sense of calm wash over me. Our life in London, felt like a distant memory as …
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GIVEAWAY CLOSED Following my brilliant family weekend away (see stories and my previous post), I have teamed up with @pembrokecottage to give one lucky family of 4 adults and up to 3 children a free stay at @PembrokeCottage in Salthouse, Norfolk. The spacious cottage has 2/3 bedrooms and a further bedroom annex which provides the …
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🍁Wild Plum Ice Cream Recipe🍁 The season for plums is in full swing. So if you fancy a fun activity for the kids, why not take them fruit picking and the make some deliciously tasting ice cream with your pickings. INGREDIENTS 400 g. wild plums 300 g. caster sugar 200 ml double cream 200 g. …
It's never been a better time to make Raspberry Jam. This seasonal fruit is the easiest and quickest Jam to make and will last a whole year if unopened. Ingredients 1kg Raspberries Juice of one lemon and pips (the pips contain all the wonderful natural ingredients to help your Jam set) 1kg Jam sugar Jam …
