3 Ways to Get Kids Off Gadgets and Go Outdoors

Outdoor fun

With internet shopping, mobile banking and instant messaging, gadgets have taken over our lives, but it’s not just the adults who have been affected, it’s time to get kids off gadgets too. From toddlers using tablets to teens obsessed with Snapchat, our kids are always using gadgets. If you are worried about the impact then … Read more

How to get a teen off a screen with Bladez Quad Racer and Missile Launcher

The Problem We all have them, I’m sure of it? The teen who grunts at you if you dare speak to them, barely acknowleding your existence or worse still, that of their younger siblings. They stare at screens all.day.long! Computer screens, games consoles, TVs and if you suggest they might like to get out in … Read more

LeapFrog young learners into Christmas

We have been fans of LeapFrog learning toys for many years now and they just keep on getting better. Here are two of our most recent additions which we believe will make great gifts for your young learners.

What the Beans are playing on Nintendo #4

Adventure Time

The Beans always remind me how much they love the fact that I am a blogger when they receive a new download code for one of their Nintendo consoles so I have been a very popular Mummy these last couple of weeks with a number of new releases coming our way. New Style Boutique 2: … Read more

Christmas Gift ideas for a 3 year old boy

Ravensburger

Eeek that time is approaching very fast when we need to think about what to buy for family and friends, it doesn’t get any easier does it so hopefully, I can offer you a few helpful hints; Ravensburger Jigsaw Puzzles Jigsaw puzzles have been a favourite pastime for centuries and it’s a great thing to … Read more

Playmobil Super 4 – what’s in the box?

Playmobil Super 4

Just before we set off on our Cornwall adventre the Beans had a surprise parcel to open up from Playmobil and I honestly don’t think they could have received a better surprise for them. I like to video their gut reaction to a new product so I don’t even open the box for a sneeky … Read more

Disney On Ice brings its magic to families with new ‘Fit to Dance’ programme

Disney On Ice

‘Fit to Dance’ encourages creativity, imagination and exercise amongst families Children create stories and dance routines using inspiration from Disney On Ice shows Programme developed with EBC Education to support English and Physical Education skills Disney On Ice launches it’s Fit To Dance’ family programme which aims to inspire families to have fun and be active through storytelling … Read more

Lost My Name – personalised children’s books gift vouchers available

Lost My Name

With a name like Sabina, I was always that child growing up who felt slightly cheated when I visited shops with friends and they could buy the personalised pens, cups and keyrings with their names on because of course, Sabina, was never there. As I grew up, I have come to love the fact that … Read more