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4 Great Ways to Use Flowering Trees in Your Family Garden
Collaborative Post As you know, we are working on improving our garden. To turn it into a more family-friendly space and somewhere we can entertain, in the warmer months.
So, I have been looking at sites like The Tree Center for inspiration. To find out more about the types of trees and plants we could use in our garden.
I particularly like the look of their flowering trees. As you will see, there are several ways you could use them to enhance your garden.
Visiting Happy Kids Dental in Chelsea, London
Press Trip¦ On Saturday, we travelled up to London to visit Happy Kids Dental in Chelsea. Recently opened, following the success of their Marylebone premises which opened in 2017, we were there to learn about what they do as well as celebrating World Oral Health Day. Taking place on 20th March every year, 2019’s theme was “Act on mouth health”. As you will see, Happy Kids Dental is a fantastic place which will really encourage and teach children to look after their mouths while they’re having fun!
Thinking about alternate dimensions at midnight
Do you ever wonder what would happen if you could hop across to an parallel universe? I often think about how things might be in an alternate dimension. It’s fun to think about the things I might do without the consequences of them going against me in my ‘real life’. This post has happened late at night when I should be sleeping; but my brain has other ideas!
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Review: A whale of a time with gelli and slime
Gifted Autumn and I really enjoy sensory play. Of course, it’s great for her development too. Amongst other things, it helps to develop fine motor skills and aid creativity. We recently tried out Gelli Baff, Slime Baff and Slime Play from Zimpli Kids.
An MOT update for your car!
Sponsored Post If you’re a car owner in the UK, you’ll be aware of MOT tests. However, do you know why they’re so important? Let’s take a quick look at that, as well as when it needs to be done and how it is performed.
Review: Gottex Profile Rainforest High Neck Swimsuit
Gifted I don’t know about you, but all the recent warmer sunny weather has made me think ahead to summer. I’ve enjoyed taking a moment to just enjoy feeling the warmth of the sun on my face and daydream about summer holidays and spending time on the beach. Of course, if you’re staying in the UK, preparation is key. You never know quite when warm weather will hit and how long it lasts! So, as we begin to emerge into holiday season, whether you’re staying at home or abroad, now is the time to start looking for the perfect swimming costume or bikini!
Encouraging your kids to have good spending habits
AD Road safety? Check. Stranger danger? Check. Healthy eating? Check. Why we brush our teeth? Check. The importance of good spending habits which you can apply later in life? Erm…. maybe not. It’s not an easy subject to tackle with younger children… in fact, most adults find the prospect of money management relentlessly dull. And not all of us have been lucky enough to have money or investments put aside for us by our parents or family members – click here to find out more about investments and the latest trends – so life itself tends to be a bit of learning curve when it comes to our finances.
With this in mind, we’ve come up with some super simple ways you can teach your children about the importance of good spending habits, without boring them (and yourself) in the process!
An afternoon of family fun at South Aylesford Retail Park
Sponsored Post During half term, there are always lots of activities on for children. This past week hasn’t been an exception, and yesterday we went to participate in some pond dipping at Tyland Barn in Sandling, near Aylesford. We then rounded off the afternoon nicely with a fun visit to the toy shop, some rabbits and the Nando’s at nearby South Aylesford Retail Park!
Valentine’s Day Heart Face Craft with a toddler
If you’re looking for a last minute Valentine’s Day craft to make with your preschooler, carry on reading! This craft is quick, easy and very versatile. You can make of it what you will, as I’ll go on to demonstrate. Even better, this Valentine’s heart is made from things I just had laying around in the house. I didn’t have to make any special trips to the shop for craft supplies!
