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While hunting in Superdrug for some Ferrero Roche (don't ask) I came across this too good to resist better than half price offer on Olay anti-aging products. Short on cash, I only picked up the one item but I'm happy to report that I just looked on the website and the offer is still on - plus it's on loads more products than...

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There's no point blogging if you're going to coo over everything. There's a lot of tripe out there, and why would you say something is great if it clearly isn't. I certainly wouldn't. So, me being rather controversial - here I go. I was luckily sent Max Factor Excess Volume Extreme Impact Mascara. Well, firstly the mouthful of a title - phew! And...

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This is the Gro-light: an exciting New 2-in-1 Night Light Innovation from the fantastic Gro-Company! Another brilliant idea from the GroCompany, this gadget means no more fiddly night lights laying around- just adjust the light via your light switch. No need to install a dimmer switch: the Grolight fits easily to your usual overhead light fitting or bedside lamp, and fills your baby’s...

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I don't know how any of you feel but for daytime make-up I often feel like lipstick is a bit too much. Yet equally for work I still want an injection of colour on my face to combat looking tired and washed out, as well as to look more professional in meetings. I did a bit of scouting in the shops and there are quite a...

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I am Mum to a 2 year old toddler (who is unfortunately still in nappies) and a 3 week old baby. I had a Samsung changing bag previously which gave up on me after 2 years of use, but was great as it was unisex so that Dad could use it too. (I won't review it here as the model has been discontinued.)...

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A few years back, there was a huge stampede for Waitrose baby bottom butter. Not for babies, no. But mums recognising the multi-tasking benefits of the cream, hence slathering on their faces! Would you honestly nab your little ones' bum cream, are nappy creams really that effective for the face? Here's how we got on... Johnson's Baby 3-in-1 Nappy Care Cream with Zinc Oxide ...

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We are running a little competition with the lovely folks at LoveBoo who are kindly giving away one of their luxurious spa boxes in the spirit of Mother's Day, on 30th March 2014. To enter, just register to receive our BUBS email updates using this link: http://eepurl.com/NKil1 It's as easy as that! If you've won, we'll let you know on Mother's Day. Luxury...

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Hubbies- are you looking for a fun last-minute Valentines Gift for a wife or partner who is a Mum or Mum-to-Be? You may be interested in this unique item! Angelina Jolie recently surprised hubby Brad Pitt with a heart-shaped island for his 50th birthday present for  a wopping US$12.2 million, see this pic: As a (much) cheaper option for Brangelina lovers, the Easigrass...

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Given I'm strapped for cash this month again, my budget for beauty products is pretty small. So I thought I'd see just how many essentials I can get for just £10. And to make it more challenging I went to Boots of all places. It turns out that all I can do for £10 is get my body and hair clean.  Anything more...

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Is your wife/partner a tired Mum or mother to be? If so, read on for the perfect Valentines Day gift to brighten up her day! As a busy Mum of baby and a 2 year old toddler, these little treasures would certainly put you in my good books! Booja Booja Special Edition Gift Collection RRP of £12.95 per box, with 12 truffles in...

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As Mum to a newborn and a toddler, who is on statutory maternity pay, I am all for penny saving ideas! I was therefore pleased to see that Asda is running one of their Asda baby events until 10th February 2014, with discounts on tons of bargain essentials, including George clothing and Little Angels products. Basics like: Little Angels Baby Wipes Fragrance Free  ...

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My little one turned 2 years old last week. How the time has flown!! As I'm sure most mothers do, I want to ensure she has the right balance of learning about the modern world in combination with stimulating her creativitity and encouraging her physicality. I also wanted to avoid being gender biased. When deciding on gift ideas, I therefore selected the following...

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