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Posted on September 20, 2018September 20, 2018

Homemade Raspberry Jam

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 …

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Just reminding myself how lucky I am. . . 📸At the @pepaandcompany AW18 shoot. . . #thecuriousmummy #mydaughter #thatsmile #fashion #kidsfashion #style #kidsstyle #mummyblogger #mumstagram #fbloggeruk #mummylife #mom #colour #mommy #london #mumstagram #iger_london #colourplay #parentblogger #pbloggers
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 my next point.💩 3. Do not leave your tot alone.💩 4. Never forget your child’s favourite pooping area.💩 5. Never forget your child’s poo face. It may be the only thing that gets you through this milestone.💩 6. Asking your tot every two minutes if they need the toilet just irritates them. Take them to the toilet with you or let them tell you. 💩 7. Never leave home without a portable potty💩 8. Never leave home without 263674 changes of clothes💩 9. Never leave home without something to put those wet clothes in.💩 10. Talking shit💩. Well actually that is all you will talk about until the whole saga is over. The End, thankfully! . . . #thecuriousmummy #reallife #pottytraining #wehavecrackedit #nomorenappies #4yearsofnappiesisover
Yesterday we swapped the bitter cold for a beach inspired day at @welovefrugi Spring and Summer 2019 Press Day, where we got the chance to preview their latest collection. The collection is inspired by life on the Isle of Scilly and is filled with an array of bright colours, statement prints, fun appliquĂŠ patches all intertwined with a seaside or tropical themes but most importantly the designs are made with kids in mind. Olivia's reaction to the collection was pure excitement. She was instantly drawn to the the Rosemary Reversible Dress, firstly because it is PINK and secondly because it has an appliquĂŠ mermaid on it. Well what 2yr old doesnt like a mermaid. Head over to my stories to see how we got on. Blog post of my top picks coming soon. . . . #thecuriousmummy #frugi #ss19 #fashion #style #kids #kidsfashion #kidstyle #organic #trends #styletrendsss19 #ss19trends . . . #mummyblogger #fashtagfriday #mumstagram #fbloggeruk #mummylife #mom #colour #mommy #london #mumstagram #iger_london #colourplay #parentblogger #lifestyleblogger
So much love, laughter and fun was had last night at the launch of beautiful Bethie @hungermama new podcast @friendswithrecipes at @tomskitchens I got the chance to take a sneak peek and i can honestly say #friendswithrecipes is packed full of love, sprinkled with a dash of humour and pinch fun. It’s one not to be missed. Head over to @spotify to download the first episode. Will be on @itunes soon💕 P.s - Take a peek at my stories to see what we got up too. P.p.s - Yes that is a glass of @mirabeauwine in hand. #nojanuaryblueshere . . . #thecuriousmummy #celebrate #january #friends #bestnight #fun
Olivia was coming up to four months old when this picture was taken and I was running on empty. Not only was i looking after a newborn but a two year old too. I would spent every night searching the forums for any nugget of information that might help get me a few hours sleep, & then there was the small fortune I spent on sleep books but nothing worked. One night I stumbled across a review about a postnatal group Nurturing Mums. The course covered sleep, weaning and first aid and gave me the opportunity to meet other new local mums too. I signed up without a second thought and was literally counting down the days until the course started. The course was truly amazing and after the sleep session Olivia, slept straight through until 5am. I didn’t sleep that night as I was sure she was going to wake and was convinced it was a fluke but the same happened the next night and the night after. I couldn’t believe it. I found talking through what I was going through in a relaxed non judgemental environment helped me navigate through Olivia’s first year. I felt equipped to make better choices with her sleep & bedtime routine as well as weaning. The first aid session has been invaluable. I was so grateful for the support that I received on the course, that I kept in touch with Lucinda, the lady who founded the course & some of the other consultants. Being a blogger, I felt like it was my job to tell everyone about how NM worked for me. Fast forward two years and I’m excited to say that I will be running the South West London courses starting on 22nd January. Courses will be held at @thegrovebalham Balham & @benscanteen Earlsfield. So if you know any new mums who needs any help and support with their babies aged between 0-9 months living in the London area head over too www.nurturingmumsuk.com . I have added the link in my stories. . . . #thecuriousmummy #mumssupportmums #postnatalcare #postnatal #sleep #routine #weaning #firstaid
Here’s a little something to show you how truly wonderfully you really are. “I know it sounds unrealistic, but you have a lot of silent admirers on this planet who look at you and wish they had your smile or your hair color or your humor or your intellect or your intentions or your heart, your manners, your eyes, your ease, even just you”. By @words_of_women . . . Finley and Olivia’s Coat & Jeans are by @weareoutfitkids {gift} Adidas Trainers @schuh {gift} #thecuriousmummy #thursdaythought #thoughts #quotes #quotestoliveby #quotesaboutlife #quoteoftheday #quotesgram #kidsstyle #kidsfashion #style #fashion #childrenswear #styletrends
Swinging into 2019 like... can we please make time slow down. I’ve got 18 months until I reach a BIG BIRTHDAY. So this year is all about completing my bucket list. I am still compiling my list and so far I have; ❤️Hot Air Balloon Ride ❤️Run a marathon ❤️Climb the 02 ❤️Go to Lindsey Lohan’s Club in Mykonos (That ones for you @aarongrey01 ) ❤️Do something massive for charity ❤️Wing Walking ❤️Launch my dress line ❤️Write a children’s book - not to sell just write one for my children. ❤️Learn how to snowboard Now I realise some of these things may not ever happen but I’m going to give it a good go. So watch this space. I’m looking to add to this list, so if you have any suggestions, I wanna hear them! . . . . #thecuriousmummy #bucketlist #mybucketlist #hotairballoonride #running #runamarathon #marathon #climbthe02 #lindsaylohan #writeachildrensbook #snowboard
2018 worked out alright. Okay, so I’m down playing it just a little. The year started off with a belly full of uncertainly but then it turned itself on it’s head and we are walking out with some great highlights and a shed load of happy memories. 2018, I’ll be sad to leave you but I’m excited at what 2019 will bring. Before I go, here is my top post👇🏼. It nicely sums up the journey so far. Enjoy, happy new year & thanks a million. . . As we reflect on almost 10 years together, we realise that we have been; ⭐️Home owners for 9 years ⭐️5 house moves, combined ⭐️1 property renovation ⭐️Childfree for 5 years, ⭐️18 months pregnant, ⭐️In labour for a total of 21 hours ⭐️With child for 4 years ⭐️Responsible for 2 kids, 2 cats and 8 cactus plants ⭐️Became god parents twice ⭐️6 trips to A&E discounting pregnancy & birth related occasions ⭐️1460 Sleepless nights ⭐️520 Takeaways ⭐️420 Dates pre kids ⭐️12 dates post kids ⭐️624 kids play dates ⭐️Attended 32 children’s parties ⭐️1560 loads of washing ⭐️6 trips to Ikea ⭐️576 deliveries from Amazon ⭐️10,950 phone calls to each other ⭐️Said I love you atleast once a day for almost 10 years . . . #ourlife #reallife #partnership #husbandandwife #mumanddad #thesquad #thecuriousmummy #reallove
I am dedicating today’s square to our newest baby - Tilly, our kitten. She’s a total dream. She sleeps through the night, she’s toilet trained and she eats really well. Some might say she is the third child bandaid and I might agree but for now she is new friend to Finn & Livvy. . . . Olivia’s dress @weareoutfitkids {gift} #thecuriousmummy #dress #style #kidsstyle #kidsfashion #fashion #family #newestfamilymember #thirdchildbandaid #kittensofinstagram #kittens_of_instagram #kitten #catstory #catmakesahome #meeow #mummyblogger #mumstagram #fbloggeruk #mummylife
Finn & Livvy have been together 24/7 since 22nd December. I am safe in saying, they get on pretty well 98% of the time ... UNLESS ⚡️They both want each other’s toys. ⚡️If one sibling doesn’t want to play with the other ⚡️If one sibling is tired ⚡️If the other sibling is tired ⚡️If you say no to giving them chocolate for breakfast. So they go into a teasing their sibling frenzy. #ithappens ⚡️If one sibling is hungry ⚡️If the other sibling is hungry ⚡️One wants to dress up as a princess and the other doesn’t ⚡️When they both want to go on Daddy’s shoulders #poordaddy ⚡️They both want to go first ⚡️If they have an audience who haven’t learnt how to zone out from the noise. I’m now a pro at zoning out. I have learnt this skill from my husband who zones out from me. #Truestory #izoneoutfromhimnow #keytoasuccessfulmarriage #marriagegoals . . . . . Olivia’s outfit: coat @weareoutfitkids {gift}, shoes @trotterschildrenswear bag @pepaandcompany pop up boutique Finn’s outfit: coat, Jumper & jeans @weareoutfitkids {gift} trainers @adidasoriginals #thecuriousmummy #reallife #parenthood #style #fashion #kidsstyle #kidsfashion #shopLivFin
Love is infinite . . . Finn & Olivia’s Jacket are from @weareoutfitkids {gift} #thecuriousmummy #love #myfamily #proud #instagrammers #londonbaby #momentsofmotherhood #instablog #pblog #pblogger #mummyblogger #mummyblog #lifestyleblog #family #style #kidsfashion #fashion #fash #ShopLivFin
The true meaning of Christmas right there. Spending quality time with the people you love. . . . #whenuncledanarrives #thecuriousmummy #family #christmas
When Christmas is only days away and you discover your kids favourite Julia Donaldson book has been adapted for the small screen. You could say all their Christmas’s have come at once. Set a reminder on your Telly Box or circle your copy of the radio times as Zog is happening at 4.50pm on Christmas Day! You can thank me later. Ps-How cute is this picture of Finn & Olivia💕 . . . Zog onesies from @fatface {gift} . I’ve added the link in my stories. . #thecuriousmummy #onesie #ultimateonesie #zog #juliadonaldson #gift #kidfashion #shoplivfin #mummyblogger #mumstagram #fbloggeruk #mummylife #mom #colour #mommy #london #mumstagram #iger_london #colourplay #parentblogger #pbloggers #kidstyle
Here is Olivia aged 2 years old. She LOVES the colour pink, likes pizza, can often be heard singing to The Greatest Showman soundtrack, not so keen on train journeys without a continuous supply of snacks, and hates the buggy. Todays facts have been brought to you via Olivia’s Mummy. Olivia’s Teddy Jacket @weareoutfitkids {gift} . Link to Jacket in Stories. . . . #thecuriousmummy #facts #kidsstyle #kidsfashion #style #fashion #pasteltrend #teddycoat #pink #shoplivfin
Today is the last of our Christmas shin digs and guess what...we’re kid free. My aims for today are: 1) Drink as much water as possible in between bottles of fizz 2) Try not to talk too much about the kids🤷🏽‍♀️ 3) Once the bubbles kick in, don’t be tempted to invite everyone over for New Year’s Eve. 4) Avoid showing everyone your best dance moves when when the sound track of “Trolls” or “The Greatest Showman” comes on. 5) Don’t leave the restaurant wearing your secret Santa gift. That Turkey Hat does not go with your couture 6) Go home after the lunch. You’re child free. 7) If not, go home before midnight. You’re child free. 8) Don’t get too excited and ask everyone back for an after party. You’re child free 9) If fail on the after party front. Don’t stay up doing the mass clean up listening to music from your teens. You need sleep and you’re kid free. 10) Don’t fall asleep standing up (that’s my husbands aim not mine) . . . #thecuriousmummy #kidfree #trussay #mummyblogger #mumstagram #fbloggeruk #mummylife #mom #colour #mommy #london #mumstagram #iger_london #colourplay #parentblogger #pbloggers
It’s this mischief maker’s last day of term today and the count down to Christmas is on. Finn doesn’t break up until next Friday so I need some fun activities to keep her occupied. Any ideas? Ps- Pyjama party for two is already on the list. In other news, we have expanded our brood. The reason behind it is a whole other post but for now, head over to my stories to meet Ottilie. . . . PJ’s by @listerandbruce (#gift) . . . #thecuriousmummy #kidsfashion #pyjamas #thingstodoinlondon #daysout #kids #mummyblogger #mumstagram #fbloggeruk #mummylife #mom #colour #mommy #london #mumstagram #colourplay #parentblogger #pbloggers #trend #shoplivfin
You know when you’ve had too much fun & you forget to take pictures🤳🏽Well that was us this weekend. The camera was barely used 🙌🏽🙌🏽(apart from to take our traditional family pic by the @fortnums tree at @somersethouse and a family shot around the table). We had Mr J’s family over for mini Fakemas. We all had such a lovely time. Far too many bubbles were consumed but hey it’s Christmas. Earlier on Saturday we went to see Stickman at @lsqtheatre . If you follow my stories you will know this is the second time Olivia & I have seen it in just under twos weeks. It’s our fav Julia Donaldson play and we’ve seen a far few. If you haven’t seen it already it’s a must and very well priced compared to most London theatre products. Like all Christmas traditions, we spent Sunday watching movies and enjoying the selection box. Bliss! ❤️ . . . #thecuriousmummy #family #christmas #fakemas #love #christmas2018 #mummyblogger #mumstagram #fbloggeruk #mummylife #mom #colour #mommy #london #mumstagram #iger_london #colourplay #parentblogger #pbloggers
Olivia was hilarious yesterday. We walked into @weareoutfitkids SS19 press preview and she literally had a ‘Carrie Fever’ moment. As soon as her eye met with the collection, she insisted on trying everything on. This Flamingo print bathing suit was one of favourite pieces from. So as a compromise, she agreed to a little styling by the designer of this collection @terenceleebell . Head over to my stories to see how we got on and a new blog post is up about my thoughts on the new collection. Link in the bio. . . . #thecuriousmummy #fashionista #shoplivfin #youngfashionista #shesonlytwo #style #fashion #kidsfashion #rainbowtrend #feminismtrend #carvinal #statementprints #kidstyle #momentsofmotherhood #instablog #pblog #pblogger #mummyblogger #mummyblog #lifestyleblog
Bored of my festive pics yet? I hope not. Today it’s Olivia’s Nativity play where she will be an angel (so be prepared for more festiveness) 👼🏼. This morning before drop off, she was very specific about her hair and requested “Let it go hair” which translate to FROZEN. I thought we had missed the Frozen boat but sadly we are firmly on. It’s really sweet however I find myself singing “Let it go” even when the kids aren’t around. After her play, we’re off to @arcadiasocial to preview their SS19 Collection. I cannot wait to see what @weareoutfitkids have been working on. Head over to Stories this afternoon to see what we got up too. . . . #thecuriousmummy #family #food #fashion #kidsfashion
We had such a kick arse weekend. The weekend started with the most incredible dinner by Streatham’s answer to Masterchef my beautiful friend @thismamadoes . What a brilliant night. There was so much to celebrate! I just had the best night with @thismamadoes @alanbingle @gayle_haddock @dean.lindsay.london @garethijackson . Saturday, we went to @laplanduk with the kids. What an experience and by far was the best festive day out with the kids. I’m really not sure how we are going to top it next year..I’m not going to lie, the tickets are pricey but it is well worth it. Yesterday we spent the day decorating our Christmas Trees. Our house vaguely resembles Santa’s grotto & every inch of it screams Christmas but I don’t care. This is our favourite time of year so why not go all out. On that note, I wish you all bright & cheery Monday’s. . . . Tap for style credits. . . #thecuriousmummy #ourweekend #christmas #kidsstyle #kidfashion

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Just reminding myself how lucky I am. . . 📸At the @pepaandcompany AW18 shoot. . . #thecuriousmummy #mydaughter #thatsmile #fashion #kidsfashion #style #kidsstyle #mummyblogger #mumstagram #fbloggeruk #mummylife #mom #colour #mommy #london #mumstagram #iger_london #colourplay #parentblogger #pbloggers
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 my next point.💩 3. Do not leave your tot alone.💩 4. Never forget your child’s favourite pooping area.💩 5. Never forget your child’s poo face. It may be the only thing that gets you through this milestone.💩 6. Asking your tot every two minutes if they need the toilet just irritates them. Take them to the toilet with you or let them tell you. 💩 7. Never leave home without a portable potty💩 8. Never leave home without 263674 changes of clothes💩 9. Never leave home without something to put those wet clothes in.💩 10. Talking shit💩. Well actually that is all you will talk about until the whole saga is over. The End, thankfully! . . . #thecuriousmummy #reallife #pottytraining #wehavecrackedit #nomorenappies #4yearsofnappiesisover
Yesterday we swapped the bitter cold for a beach inspired day at @welovefrugi Spring and Summer 2019 Press Day, where we got the chance to preview their latest collection. The collection is inspired by life on the Isle of Scilly and is filled with an array of bright colours, statement prints, fun appliquĂŠ patches all intertwined with a seaside or tropical themes but most importantly the designs are made with kids in mind. Olivia's reaction to the collection was pure excitement. She was instantly drawn to the the Rosemary Reversible Dress, firstly because it is PINK and secondly because it has an appliquĂŠ mermaid on it. Well what 2yr old doesnt like a mermaid. Head over to my stories to see how we got on. Blog post of my top picks coming soon. . . . #thecuriousmummy #frugi #ss19 #fashion #style #kids #kidsfashion #kidstyle #organic #trends #styletrendsss19 #ss19trends . . . #mummyblogger #fashtagfriday #mumstagram #fbloggeruk #mummylife #mom #colour #mommy #london #mumstagram #iger_london #colourplay #parentblogger #lifestyleblogger
So much love, laughter and fun was had last night at the launch of beautiful Bethie @hungermama new podcast @friendswithrecipes at @tomskitchens I got the chance to take a sneak peek and i can honestly say #friendswithrecipes is packed full of love, sprinkled with a dash of humour and pinch fun. It’s one not to be missed. Head over to @spotify to download the first episode. Will be on @itunes soon💕 P.s - Take a peek at my stories to see what we got up too. P.p.s - Yes that is a glass of @mirabeauwine in hand. #nojanuaryblueshere . . . #thecuriousmummy #celebrate #january #friends #bestnight #fun
Olivia was coming up to four months old when this picture was taken and I was running on empty. Not only was i looking after a newborn but a two year old too. I would spent every night searching the forums for any nugget of information that might help get me a few hours sleep, & then there was the small fortune I spent on sleep books but nothing worked. One night I stumbled across a review about a postnatal group Nurturing Mums. The course covered sleep, weaning and first aid and gave me the opportunity to meet other new local mums too. I signed up without a second thought and was literally counting down the days until the course started. The course was truly amazing and after the sleep session Olivia, slept straight through until 5am. I didn’t sleep that night as I was sure she was going to wake and was convinced it was a fluke but the same happened the next night and the night after. I couldn’t believe it. I found talking through what I was going through in a relaxed non judgemental environment helped me navigate through Olivia’s first year. I felt equipped to make better choices with her sleep & bedtime routine as well as weaning. The first aid session has been invaluable. I was so grateful for the support that I received on the course, that I kept in touch with Lucinda, the lady who founded the course & some of the other consultants. Being a blogger, I felt like it was my job to tell everyone about how NM worked for me. Fast forward two years and I’m excited to say that I will be running the South West London courses starting on 22nd January. Courses will be held at @thegrovebalham Balham & @benscanteen Earlsfield. So if you know any new mums who needs any help and support with their babies aged between 0-9 months living in the London area head over too www.nurturingmumsuk.com . I have added the link in my stories. . . . #thecuriousmummy #mumssupportmums #postnatalcare #postnatal #sleep #routine #weaning #firstaid
Here’s a little something to show you how truly wonderfully you really are. “I know it sounds unrealistic, but you have a lot of silent admirers on this planet who look at you and wish they had your smile or your hair color or your humor or your intellect or your intentions or your heart, your manners, your eyes, your ease, even just you”. By @words_of_women . . . Finley and Olivia’s Coat & Jeans are by @weareoutfitkids {gift} Adidas Trainers @schuh {gift} #thecuriousmummy #thursdaythought #thoughts #quotes #quotestoliveby #quotesaboutlife #quoteoftheday #quotesgram #kidsstyle #kidsfashion #style #fashion #childrenswear #styletrends

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