So this is it. I'm annoying myself with constantly complaining about not having lost my baby weight and I have only myself to blame. Yes, I am naturally lazy, but that's no excuse! I've decided that there can be no more excuses, August is the month I'm going to do it. I have a holiday abroad at the end of September and am...
The Babyzen Yoyo Buggy After my Twitter rant last week about how annoying large pushchairs are on public transport, (sorry!), I was excited to hear about a new lightweight and foldable pushchair on the market. Apparently, the revolutionary new Babyzen YOYO travel buggy has been flying out of the shops since it launched here in the UK 3 months ago. The feature that...
Currently 14 weeks pregnant my bump is starting to show, so I thought I would invest in some maternity swimwear now because I take my 18 month old bubba to Waterbabies swimming lessons every week, and my usual attire is getting uncomfortable. I have small boobies and not many curves, used to be a size 8, now more like a 10, so was...
I have always found that a gentle and pleasant mix of aromatherapy oils in a product can instantly change your mood, and give a sense of well-being, so I thought I would try out a couple of Amphora Aromatics products on myself (14 weeks pregnant) and bubs (18 months old). However, there are certain oils that are deemed to be safe when pregnant...
ASDA George
COOL BUBBAS | Celebrate the Royal newborn Prince George, dress your baby in Royal attire ...
Of course we're super pleased for Prince William and Kate that they have a healthy baby boy, so in the spirit of all things Royal, we thought these Royal themed outfits from George at ASDA are super-cute. And perfect for our own little prince and princesses! My favourites from the ASDA Royal range are this blue romper suit complete with crown motif and...
Thea Skincare won a 'Green Parent Natural Beauty Award' in 2013, as well as a Gold Award for a face care product in the 2013 'Freefrom Skincare Awards': so I thought I would give it a try, since I am currently vegan and pregnant/breastfeeding, thus avoiding (where I can) products containing chemicals. They also support the Cruelty Free Campaign against animal testing, a...
Scorching heat aside, summer is a fairly easy time for pregnant women in terms of what to wear. Stretchy dresses and loose tops are the order of the day, with no worries about finding a decent pair of maternity jeans or a sweater that doesn't make you look three times the size! But for anyone who isn't due before the summer ends, now is...
As Royal Baby product marketing hits fever pitch with the announcement of the naming of Prince George Alexander Louis, we have picked a few of our favourite baby products to commemorate the birth of our future King! Limited Edition Diamante Cuddledry Towel £39.99 The original Cuddledry apron towel, invented by mums Helen Wooldridge and Polly Marsh, is on our must-have list for new...
As much as I love skirts, being a new mum this summer means I'm all about shorts instead. They're versatile and comfortable and no chance of accidental granny knicker exposure when you bend over or a random gust of wind catches you! Here are some of my faves in the shops right now. Ria Textured Shorts at boohoo.com £15 Florence and Fred striped...
The sunny weather may have disappeared for a few days but it's still going to be hot and muggy this week - yuk! I am sooo not looking forward to it, and I know it's going to be a nightmare for my skin with extra oiliness and sweat cause my makeup to slide! So today while we have a brief respite, it's time I stock up on Papier Poudres. Now...
Well rumour has it the Duchess checked into the Lindo wing at 6am this morning. What a day to be contending with Labour - the heat! Wishing Kate and the Royal baby lots of luck. If the bubba is born later today or tomorrow it will be born a lovely noble Leo like our LN, roughly translated as loud, show-off and erratic -...
It was so nice to finally spend a day off from the madness of the office (although one naughty mummy is meant to be working ha ha). Today's heat is extortionate - 33 to be exact. That's scorchio Greece heat! So we've all, including RB's Lucy, (pictured) popped to Shoreditch House. Thank goodness I've piz buined (not burnt) up. Probably not the best...
At 3 months pregnant and breastfeeding mum to a lively 17.5 month old I don't have much time for pampering- but throwing on these few products as part of my daily routine makes my skin and hair feel healthy and lovely again! These products are all a very reasonable price too! (Although not as 'natural' as my usual products, still doing ok on...
Being mother to a 17 month old, it has now been 2 years since my last sunshine holiday. However, hubs and I decided that leaving bubs at home while we go off for some sun isn't an option, so decided on a trip to Center Parcs Elveden Forest, with lots of activities for all three of us. Of course a trip to Center...
As much as I love the hot weather, I really do hate to sweat. And nothing makes you feel sweatier than a slick of sunscreen - especially on your face. Also, I inevitably always get sunburn on my hair parting, which results in gross peeling that looks like terrible dandruff. If anyone else out there suffers from similar sun related afflictions, I highly recommend Malibu...
Cussons Mum & Me Bump Hydrate & Nourish Shower Cream, £3.49, Boots.com Housed in a little corner in my local Boots, the Cussons Mum & Me range looked a little lost and unloved - even a little dirty in appearance. I did start to wonder if it was an old batch of leftovers and I had lost the plot thinking it was a...
As most things are a first for me with my first babba (obvs), I'm always willing to give anything a darn good go that'll put paid to my itchy, dry skin. Moisturising your body is ESSENTIAL at this body-testing time, and I'll put my hands up that I'm one of those who always forgets come rain or shine. Shoe-horning myself in tights...
Last time I was pregnant, I only bought only one maternity/nursing bra at the beginning, a sleep bra by Emma-Jane (approx. £17.50), and had been using Emma-Jane bra extenders (approx £4) on my other bras, which helped to widen the width for my expanding rib cage so that I could breathe. Emma-Jane do a great range of nursing/maternity bras which are really soft...
Waitrose Baby solid coconut massage oil £2.89 for 125ml Thought I would let you all into a secret if you haven't tried it yet: this stuff is cheap and amazing! Smells gorgeous, goes on nice and smoothly with no stickiness or residue, and is suitable for: Vegetarians Vegans Those avoiding Nuts Mums and babies! It is so natural it only has three ingredients:...
Baby vs Mumma
BABY VS MUMMA I Value baby products: Superdrug My Little Star Range- Tested on a 17 month old & her pregnant Mumma!
Superdrug's new My Little Star range claims to offer babies and new parents 'top quality everyday essentials at a price parents will love'. I often tend to opt for the more pricey option if it means that it is better quality, but there is always room for a few bargains that really work! Also, with the prospect of going on maternity leave again...
So the friendly folks at Superdrug sent over a few baby bits from their new 'My Little Stars' range, and I gave them a try with my 8 month old daughter. Gripper Bottle (Blue) 250ml - 99p I really like the design of this bottle and have been using it for water mostly. It's nice and easy for my baby to grip, although...
