Regular readers know that I’m a big fan of self-care. As a parent, we spend a huge amount of time taking care of others and often forget that we deserve treats too – perhaps now even more than before the little people arrived. It may seem selfless to dedicate all your time and money to your family but actually running on empty can be detrimental to our kids as we’re likely to become more short-tempered and low. If they see us taking care of ourselves and making our needs a priority then they are ultimately learning the importance of balance and kindness in life.
I actually have more hobbies now than I did before I had Caterpillar – and I consciously try to make more time for them. Whether you love crafting, sport or enjoying a nice glass of wine – it’s vital you take a tiny portion of each day to indulge in those small treats if you can. Also, money is tight for lots of us when we have young families but if you can afford a few pounds to give yourself a gift then all the better.
With all of that in mind I’ve teamed up with Blossoming Gifts this week to offer you the chance to win a beautiful bouquet and yummy bottle of Prosecco to enjoy simply for being you – a reward for the hard graft we put in every day.
Blossoming Gifts offer an enormous selection of flowers, plants, wine & presents to suit any occasion. They are much more than just a florist and even offer personalised gifts and hampers (I may have to put this chocolate hamper on my next self-care list!). Their website is really easy to use, with functions for searching by occasion, recipient, price and more.
They are kindly offering one of you the chance to win this lovely Pink Bunting & Prosecco Gift Set, a little indulgence for yourself or if you know another mum who needs a lift you can arrange for her to receive the gift instead. The bouquet is absolutely beautiful – pink oriental lilies, sweet avalanche roses and unusual antique carnations in vibrant feminine colours. The blooms are really high quality and delivered with freshness in mind. I particularly like the lilies which come out a few days later and add a huge burst of colour and fragrance.
As an added bonus, the set also includes a bottle of crisp, tasty Prosecco which was much appreciated after the last few days I’ve had with my threenager!
For your chance to win this great gift set – either for yourself or a friend – simply enter below. And to see more of what Blossoming Gifts have to offer visit www.blossominggifts.com.
Disclosure: I received these flowers in exchange for an honest review, words & opinions are all my own.
I absolutely agree – a bit of ‘self-gifting’ is important and having something lovely to look at always lifts my mood. These flowers look perfect. #Triedtested
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Those flowers are so lovely, I would never think to buy a bunch like that for myself but it’s a fab idea! #triedtested
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I would love this special treat for my daughter it would make her day
I would love this treat for my daughter it would make her day. She is a working mum so doesn’t treat herself she makes sure the children always have or do something nice. It would be lovely for the children to give her this lovely gift.
Aww a beautiful idea x
Thanks for sharing your review on #TriedTested this week x
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Self-care is so important – I frequently remind myself of the saying “you can’t pour from an empty vessel” – it helps me to remember that I can’t be the mummy I want to be if I don’t look after myself as well as the children. Prosecco and flowers sound like a lovely way to treat yourself 🙂
Louise (Little Hearts, Big Love) recently posted…Parenting Pep Talk #28 – Bridie By The Sea
Exactly right – love that phrase by the way! x
It’s definitely important to make sure you look after yourself and give yourself treats as well as looking after everyone else x #ablooginggoodtime
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Absolutely. Thanks for reading x
Those bunch of flowers looks gorgeous… I agree with you, self-care is important especially in our busy lives, we sometimes forget to look after ourselves first which we should. #PicknMix
Self care is hugely important and something I know I am rubbish at. What a beautiful prize too #picknmix
I totally agree but definitely do not participate regularly enough in self-care! BUT I did have my first haircut this week in over 10 months – wahoo! Great giveaway and beautiful flowers – I have entered of course xx #picknmix
Lisa – The Love of a Captain blog recently posted…Hudson’s Birth Story
Love a haircut – feels like a luxury nowadays lol! Thanks for reading x
Ooooh I love flowers!! They are lush!! Fingers crossed here, big fan of the self care here! xx #picknmix
Lovely! I’ve entered, wish me luck 🙂 x #PicknMix
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What a lovely prize 🙂 Thanks for linking up to #PicknMix
Stevie x
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Aww these look lovely! I treat myself with a subscription box each month as its something to look forward to and its just for me! Its nice to do something for yourself every now and again 🙂
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A great way to treat yourself, good for you x
The flowers look beautiful! I think you’re spot on with this. A little treat can be so important and it’s essential that our children see us being kind to ourselves so that they learn how to do the same for themselves as they grow up. Great giveaway. Thanks for linking with #fartglitter x
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Great giveaway I have entered! thanks for sharing #stayclassymama
Beautiful flowers
Oooo lovely – we always have fresh flowers in the house and these are lovely!
Thanks for linking to #ablogginggoodtime
Mummy in a TuTu (@mummyinatutu) recently posted…#ABloggingGooodTime Week 14
I love flowers! They brighten up my front room all the time and make me smile 🙂 Thanks for linking up to #EatSleepBlogRt
Fabulous giveaway – I’ve entered! Fab sentiment too, you’re right, we can’t be good to our family when we’re running on empty. #EatSleepBlogRT
I definitely agree about needing to treat yourself every once in a while. This looks like a wonderful gift. Thanks for sharing this with everyone! #EatsleepblogRT
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Oh wow I would love to treat myself to this. I definitely don’t spend enough time or effort on myself these days. Thanks for linking to #picknmix
Eilidh X
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Beautiful flowers think i could cheer my friend up with this prize as she is very ill x
Beautiful flowers – I love having a gorgeous bouquet at home. Really brightens the place up #EatSleepBlogRT
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I totally agree, sometimes the little things we can do to treat ourselves makes such a big difference! I love having flowers in the house – it really lightens my mood and yours and just beautiful. Thanks for linking up to #dreamteam
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love this prize, just for me and call it grandparents pressie no one believes in it 11th of sept i believe.