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Jimmy’s Farm – The Best Bits

After first visiting Jimmy’s Farm in Suffolk two years ago we’ve been looking for a chance to go back.  We figured rather than just spend our last day at Center Parcs travelling, we’d stop in…

Posted in Holidays/days out, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Reviews, Tips 0 comments July 19, 2017July 18, 2017 by Laura

Eight Snack Ideas For Preschoolers (Plus Organix Giveaway)

It sounds so silly but dealing with Caterpillar’s constant demand for snacks is currently one of the my most difficult parenting challenges.  I beg you to tell me in the comments that I’m not alone…

Posted in Giveaways, Motherhood, recipes, Reviews, Tips 43 Comments July 13, 2017 by Laura

Center Parcs – What’s All The Fuss About?

I’ve been curious about Center Parcs since childhood.  We had fabulous times at other UK holiday parks but Center Parcs had never been on the menu, presumably due to cost and the fact that we’re…

Posted in Brand/Sponsored, Holidays/days out, Lifestyle, Reviews 12 Comments July 11, 2017July 11, 2017 by Laura

Kitchen Skills For Preschoolers With Little Cooks (Plus Giveaway!)

I’m so passionate about everyone having basic cooking skills, and this begins in childhood.  I know not everyone enjoys cooking or is interested enough to put their own spin on recipes etc. And I’m well…

Posted in Brand/Sponsored, Giveaways, Learning, Motherhood, Recipe Round-up, recipes, Reviews 75 Comments June 28, 2017June 23, 2017 by Laura

Best Days Out For Kids In Dorset

I haven’t visited Dorset since I was a child but, as I had such fond memories of our visits to Weymouth beach, we chose the South West coast as our UK holiday destination this year.…

Posted in Brand/Sponsored, Holidays/days out, Lifestyle, Reviews 0 comments May 31, 2017June 5, 2017 by Laura

Colouring Books With A Twist (Plus Giveaway!)

Welcome back to the Butterfly Book Club and apologies for the long break.  I’m hoping to get all my regular features back up and running now and I’m starting with a lovely one – a treat…

Posted in Brand/Sponsored, Butterfly Book Club, Giveaways, Lifestyle, Reviews 1 Comment May 14, 2017May 12, 2017 by Laura

Win A Family Ticket To Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park

It’s that time of year where we try to fill our diaries with activities to keep the kids entertained so today I’m happy to be hosting a giveaway to win a ticket for a family…

Posted in Brand/Sponsored, Giveaways, Holidays/days out, Motherhood, Reviews 0 comments April 29, 2017May 6, 2017 by Laura

World Food Inspired Pizzas (and a Sweetpea Pantry Giveaway!)

Today is National Pizza Day.  Did you know that?  I didn’t but I see absolutely no reason why the glorious, cheesy, deliciousness that is pizza shouldn’t be celebrated throughout the nation.  To acknowledge such a…

Posted in Giveaways, Lifestyle, Recipe Round-up, Reviews 1 Comment February 9, 2017February 10, 2017 by Laura

Mobile Monitoring App for Kids – Good Motherhood or a Risk?

Motherhood is not just about pregnancy. It is a lifelong relationship between the mother and child. After severing the umbilical cord, while the physical bond ends, a new bond forms – the psychological and emotional…

Posted in Brand/Sponsored, Guest Blogger 4 Comments January 21, 2017June 5, 2017 by Laura

New Films For The New Year (Giveaway!)

As well as children’s book reviews I’ve decided to begin adding novel & film reviews to the blog this year too.  Before Caterpillar was born, Hubs and I would visit the cinema several times a month…

Posted in Brand/Sponsored, Film, Giveaways, Lifestyle, Reviews 0 comments January 17, 2017January 18, 2017 by Laura

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I'm a PND & Anxiety survivor and self-confessed "good enough" mum to two hilarious & challenging kids aged 10 & 4. Here you can find lots of Anxiety Management techniques as well as tips & self-care ideas for keeping mentally and emotionally well as a parent.

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