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The Benefits of a GPS Tracker on Your Family Car

amomentwithfranca · 2 September 2023 · Leave a Comment

In today's digital age, technology has seamlessly integrated into almost every aspect of our lives, including our vehicles. One such advancement that has proven invaluable for families is the GPS tracker. While many associate GPS solely with navigation, its capabilities extend … [Read more...] about The Benefits of a GPS Tracker on Your Family Car

Filed Under: Cars, Collaborative Posts, Gadgets & Technology, Tips

Qbix Gamecube Review at All Star Lanes White City

amomentwithfranca · 14 July 2023 · 58 Comments

Qbix GameCube is a new immersive and interactive multiplayer gaming experience that has recently landed at All Star Lanes White City. … [Read more...] about Qbix Gamecube Review at All Star Lanes White City

Filed Under: Experiences, Family Days Out, Gadgets & Technology, London

Bob and Brad Q2 Mini Massage Gun Review and Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 12 June 2023 · 76 Comments

Bob and Brad Q2 Mini Massage Gun Review: Do you suffer from muscle pain? Are you looking for a way to relieve muscle tension and soreness? If so, then you may be interested in this massage gun from Bob and Brad. In this blog post, I will be taking a closer look at this mini … [Read more...] about Bob and Brad Q2 Mini Massage Gun Review and Giveaway

Filed Under: Fitness, Gadgets & Technology, Giveaways, Health, Review, Reviews, Uncategorized

Important Warning for Parents: Children Falling Victim to Text Scams

amomentwithfranca · 4 February 2023 · Leave a Comment

A recently published article highlights a concerning new issue. As children spend more time on mobile devices, they are becoming vulnerable to text scams that promise rewards or ask for personal information. As a result, parents are being urged to educate their children about the … [Read more...] about Important Warning for Parents: Children Falling Victim to Text Scams

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CEWE PHOTOBOOK Review – Looking Back To Happy Memories

amomentwithfranca · 16 November 2022 · 117 Comments

One of the things that I do on a daily basis is to take photos. I am constantly snapping images of landscapes, flowers, my girls or anything that catches my attention. And as a digital creator, I do it even more for my job, so I end up having lots of pictures on my phone. … [Read more...] about CEWE PHOTOBOOK Review – Looking Back To Happy Memories

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Why It’s a Good Idea to Get Expert HVAC Repair Services

amomentwithfranca · 26 October 2022 · Leave a Comment

It's inconvenient when your home's air conditioner, heater, or ventilation equipment doesn't do its job. As the system tries to keep up, not only will you be uncomfortable, but your energy expenses may also begin to increase. … [Read more...] about Why It’s a Good Idea to Get Expert HVAC Repair Services

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HoMedics Handheld Shiatsu Massager Review

amomentwithfranca · 27 August 2022 · 138 Comments

Not long ago, I shared some items that the girls chose to give to Nick for Father's Day, and one of the items was the HoMedics Handheld Shiatsu Massager which he loves so much. It was one of his favourite presents from the girls. Also, it seemed to be quite popular among my … [Read more...] about HoMedics Handheld Shiatsu Massager Review

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Flexispot Cycle Desk Bike V9 Pro Review

amomentwithfranca · 21 February 2022 · 7 Comments

Working from home comes with pros and cons. We have pros such as working from the comfort of your home, being able to work around your kid's school times and overall being more flexible with your hours. However, we also have cons such as the lack of movement. You are not as … [Read more...] about Flexispot Cycle Desk Bike V9 Pro Review

Filed Under: Fitness, Gadgets & Technology, Health, Review, Reviews

Nixplay Smart Photo Frame 10″ Touchscreen Review

amomentwithfranca · 5 December 2021 · 38 Comments

I absolutely love Nixplay frames, we have a couple of frames already and they make such a lovely touch to our home. I display different albums on each frame so they are always showing different memories of our year. I have said this before but I can stay hours watching the … [Read more...] about Nixplay Smart Photo Frame 10″ Touchscreen Review

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Carrot Kitchen App Review

amomentwithfranca · 30 October 2021 · 28 Comments

Have you been looking for ways to get your kids excited about cooking and healthy eating? Or perhaps you want to do fun and useful activities at home with your kids? Well, stop looking because I have a solution for you! And it is Carrot Kitchen App! My girls have been trying this … [Read more...] about Carrot Kitchen App Review

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Family, Food, Gadgets & Technology, Kids, Nutrition, Recipes, Review, Reviews, Sienna

How I Lost 11 Kilos In 5 Months

amomentwithfranca · 10 July 2021 · 16 Comments

How I Lost 11 Kilos In 5 Months: The last year has been a hard year for everyone. Personally, it really affected me. Being stuck at home due to the lockdowns and having many restrictions definitely made an impact on my weight. I was feeling so unfit and unhealthy. As a result, I … [Read more...] about How I Lost 11 Kilos In 5 Months

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Sociable Soccer 21 Game Review

amomentwithfranca · 29 May 2021 · 12 Comments

The delayed Euro 2020 football tournament will be taking place across Europe this Summer with several games taking place here in the UK including the Final itself. It's great then that the latest 2021 update for the Sociable Soccer game is now available on Apple Arcade so … [Read more...] about Sociable Soccer 21 Game Review

Filed Under: Gadgets & Technology, Kids, Nick, Toys & Games

All You Should Know About Installing and Maintaining a Portable Air Conditioner

amomentwithfranca · 23 April 2021 · 8 Comments

Perhaps, you have a home or office that needs cooling, but some design restrictions hinder the installation of a centralized cooling unit. The window location may not be ideal for venting. You may have to opt for an alternative; this is where a portable air-cooling system comes … [Read more...] about All You Should Know About Installing and Maintaining a Portable Air Conditioner

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SnapWatch: The Snappy Happy Way To Tell Time – Review

amomentwithfranca · 21 April 2021 · 32 Comments

There is now a new cool way to tell the time for our kids and it is called SnapWatch. This watch is not only useful but super fun too! If your little ones like snap bands, then they will love SnapWatch. I also have great news. … [Read more...] about SnapWatch: The Snappy Happy Way To Tell Time – Review

Filed Under: Gadgets & Technology, Bella, Kids, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Getting Fit With The Vibrapower Slim 3

amomentwithfranca · 16 March 2021 · 59 Comments

I am sure you can agree with me that the start of 2021 hasn’t been the one we all wanted. With the lockdown, finding the motivation to get up and be active without our usual routines and access to gyms has been very difficult. For the past year, I have let myself down. I honestly … [Read more...] about Getting Fit With The Vibrapower Slim 3

Filed Under: Fitness, Collaborative Posts, Gadgets & Technology, Health, Review, Reviews

Nixplay Smart Photo Frame – A Fab Way To Display Your Photos

amomentwithfranca · 16 November 2020 · 10 Comments

As I have mentioned before, I love taking photos. Wherever I go I am always with my phone in my hands trying to capture special moments of my girls, beautiful sceneries, gorgeous places, and anything that inspires me or catches my eyes. Doing this though means that I end up … [Read more...] about Nixplay Smart Photo Frame – A Fab Way To Display Your Photos

Filed Under: Gadgets & Technology, Review, Reviews

Finding the Right Mobile Phone for Your Child

amomentwithfranca · 23 October 2020 · 12 Comments

When most of us were kids, the idea of a mobile phone wasn't something that we considered. We might have got our first phones when we were in our teens, but they were purely functional, we could make calls and send texts, but we had to pay for everything, and Snake was the height … [Read more...] about Finding the Right Mobile Phone for Your Child

Filed Under: Kids, Collaborative Posts, Gadgets & Technology

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