The first thing Miss M said when she saw the Magic Moves Electronic Wand, was “Wow a microphone – can I have a go please mummy?”. And how appropriate that when she switched it on, after a couple of presses of the button it asked her to Sing like a rock star, so that is …
Tree Fu Tom Magic Sapstone Belt and Holopax Set – Review
Since Tree Fu Tom the programme launched on CBeebies, it has always been in Miss M’s list of favourites so she was really excited when we were given the chance to try Tree Fu Tom’s Magic Sapstone Belt and Holopax, part of the new range of Tree Fu Tom toys from Flair. The Tree Fu …
Alphablocks : Phonics First Steps DVD x 5 to giveaway!!
“Learn to read with the Alphablocks” is soon to be released by Abbey Home Media on DVD. Alphablocks is a hit CBeebies show that introduces phonics, encouraging little ones to learn the sounds and develop reading skills. This will be perfect for Miss M who is just learning to read and brings a new phonics …
Freddie the school bear visits for the weekend!!
When I picked Miss M up from school on Friday, she was grinning from ear to ear, as she was very lucky to have her name picked out the hat to bring Freddie, the foundation class build a bear home for the weekend. She had wanted to bring Freddie home for a while now and …
Terrible Two’s is one thing… but the Feisty Five’s!!
So before I had children I was well aware of the Terrible Two’s – I’m sure most people have heard of them. In fact looking back now I would consider them relatively tame. Miss M was a typical tantruming two year old and I couldn’t wait to reach the threes. But unfortunately no one had …
Barefoot Books – childrens CD story books
When we were sent a selection of books from Barefoot Books I knew my children would be really pleased as they both love reading and are constantly bringing a pile of books to my lap saying “Please read some books mummy”. The first thing that stood out about the books were the brightly coloured covers …
Mister B’s crafty sailing boat!
At Mister B’s art group at the local museum this week the theme was boats. We walked around the exhibition displaying various ships and vessels from years gone by and I have to say Mister B loved it. He was pointing out all the flags and other parts of the ships he recognised and even …
A string of domestic disasters!!
We have had a series of domestic disasters throughout November and December from dropping my mobile phone down the toilet resulting in having to purchase a new one, the vacuum cleaner dying – although I am quite liking the new posh cyclone action one, then the oven dying. I held off purchasing a new oven …
Annabel Karmel Fuss Pots – Review
When I was offered the opportunity by Mummy News to try the new range of microwaveable ready meals, Fuss Pots for 4-12 year olds by Annabel Karmel, I jumped at the chance. I have a 4 yr old daughter who although is quite a good eater, can be fussy with different and new flavours, especially the …
A very busy but fun Xmas & New Year!!
Wow – it feels like so long since I blogged, I took an unintended long break over the festive period due to being just so busy!! The run up to Christmas was crazy with so much going on and so many things to do and Miss M and I both felt a little poorly during …