*Press Trip Since Violet was born over two years ago, I’ve have never had a childfree night. The only night I’ve had away from Violet was when I was giving birth to Pearl – and that was hardly restful! So, it is fair to say I was in need of some well-deserved ‘me time’ and
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Sneak peek at the new Rainforest Carousel at Drusillas Park
Ever since Violet was little we have been regular visitors to Drusillas Park. It’s not too far from us, it’s aroun 30 minutes away in the car and it’s the perfect day out for little ones of all ages as there is so much to see and do. We were super excited to be invited
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Review: Dear Zoo Live
*I received complimentary tickets in return for this honest review There is one particular book that Violet likes to hear every night, over and over and that is Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell. It is her ultimate favourite book – ever. We’ve read it so many times I can now read it backwards, forwards, I
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The gift of a stress-free Mothers Day
*Collaborative Post For us, being a two-Mum family Mothers Day is a big deal. It’s our day to give each other a massive high-five we’ve survived another year of being parents and kept not one but TWO small people alive. That deserves a celebration, right? Since Pearl was born, we also haven’t had any time
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Review: House on Cold Hill at Theatre Royal Brighton
*I received complimentary tickets in return of this honest review This week I had a rare night out in Brighton! I realised at the very beginning of the year that I hardly ever do anything away from home and the children in the evening, so my New Years Resolution this year was to get out
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4 South-East Day Trips by Train
Violet has a new obsession! I’m sure it’s similar to any two year old, but it’s with trains. She absolutely loves building her train set, whizzing the train down over the bridge saying ‘choo choo!’ and ‘Weeee!’. She’s only been on a train a handful of times in her life and I think she’d probably
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Violet & Pearl’s first ever visit to Santa’s Grotto!
Taking your children to meet Father Christmas has got to be one of those parenting moments where you have to pinch yourself. I’m not sure the magic of Santa ever goes away, not matter how old you are! I was so excited about taking Violet and Pearl for their first visit to meet Father Christmas,
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Life is Peachy: Self care, Waffles and my biggest parenting challenge yet!
I know, it’s been a LONG TIME since I wrote a ‘what we’ve been up to’ style post but I miss them! It’s so easy to get wrapped up in reviews, baby updates and now my blog is my full time job, my sponsored work too. After all, I started this blog to be my
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Review: Water Babies Chapter 3 & 4
It’s time for a little update on how Violet is getting along with her swimming lessons! If you follow me on instagram, you’ll know Violet is a TOTAL water baby. Although she loves bath time, water sensory play and her paddling pool – it’s clear to see her favourite time of the week is her Sunday
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Review: Water Babies Chapter 2
Water Babies is the HIGHLIGHT of our week, honestly – Violet just loves it. Well, she is a pisces so I knew she’d have an affinity for water, but I didn’t realise she would show it at such a young age! Chapter 2 is over now, so it’s time to look back on our Water
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Giggling Squid Christmas Menu 2017
It’s that time of year again, time to sample Brighton’s festive food offerings, starting with a favourite restaurant of mine, Giggling Squid. I love the idea of Thai Food for Christmas as it’s just something different – certainly not a whiff of turkey and stuffing here! Their Christmas Menu came out on 13th November so
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The Shop Small Guide – Brighton
Sponsored post in association with American Express® Oh beautiful Brighton! A city that I have lived in since I was just 18 years old and although I moved away a couple of times, it just kept drawing me back. There is no place quite like it. One of the most colourful, diverse and vibrant cities