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Introducing Spearmark And Their New Mumbassador!⁠⁠⁠⁠

amomentwithfranca · 16 September 2017 · 11 Comments

I am so excited to tell you my latest news: I have been chosen to be part of the brand new 'Mumbassador' panel for Spearmark! This is a really nice role as we will be able to road test their latest products and show you what they have to offer as well as perhaps help you to … [Read more...] about Introducing Spearmark And Their New Mumbassador!⁠⁠⁠⁠

Filed Under: Ambassador Role, Food, Home & Interiors, Review, Reviews

Arthur Price Despicable Me 3 China & Cutlery Range Review

amomentwithfranca · 12 September 2017 · 8 Comments

Despicable Me 3 is one of my girl's favorite movies! Even Sienna watches the whole movie without any interruptions which tells you how good they are! I guess there is something about Gru, daughters Margo, Edith and Agnes and the super cute Minions that you cannot stop watching … [Read more...] about Arthur Price Despicable Me 3 China & Cutlery Range Review

Filed Under: Home & Interiors, Bella, Review, Reviews

Parrot Mambo Mini Drone Review

amomentwithfranca · 9 September 2017 · 20 Comments

Drones are increasingly popular and there are now quite a lot of smaller drones on the market, like the Parrot Mambo, which are much more affordable and aimed at people new to drones or who are just looking for a fun toy. These drones either come with a controller or use a … [Read more...] about Parrot Mambo Mini Drone Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Review

My Mermaid Lagoon – Marina’s Lagoon Review

amomentwithfranca · 4 September 2017 · 12 Comments

We received a lovely new toy to review. It is My Mermaid Lagoon from Interplay UK. We have revipewed other products from them before which were great so we were looking forward to reviewing this set too. … [Read more...] about My Mermaid Lagoon – Marina’s Lagoon Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Bella, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Zhu Zhu Pets Review

amomentwithfranca · 31 August 2017 · 19 Comments

I remember about 8 years ago when the Zhu Zhu Pets first came out! I didn't have my daughters at that time but my niece was about 8 years old when she got some! They were so adorable! My niece was so hooked on them. She would play with them for hours. They made all these weird … [Read more...] about Zhu Zhu Pets Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Bella, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Back to Kidzania: Pet Wellbeing Centre Review

amomentwithfranca · 29 August 2017 · 40 Comments

We love KidZania London. Since our first visit, we have been back a few times but those visits were with Bella only. This time we were asked to come back and try one of their new activities: the Pet Wellbeing Centre. I was really excited to go back with all the family. If you … [Read more...] about Back to Kidzania: Pet Wellbeing Centre Review

Filed Under: Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, Review, Reviews

Baby Born Changing Bag For Dolls Review

amomentwithfranca · 25 August 2017 · 3 Comments

We were asked to review the Baby Born Changing Bag for Dolls. I knew this was going to be a hit at home so when I told the girls, they were very excited. My girls love dolls and especially playing with their accessories! They are constantly using their imagination and keep … [Read more...] about Baby Born Changing Bag For Dolls Review

Filed Under: Bella, Review, Reviews, Sienna, Toys & Games

Lottie Dolls Review

amomentwithfranca · 23 August 2017 · 71 Comments

We were recently asked to review Lottie Dolls from Arklu. I must admit I didn't know much about them before but after a bit of research I really liked the look of them! I remember seeing their stand at the London Toy Fair and I thinking they looked like a lovely brand. Their … [Read more...] about Lottie Dolls Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Bella, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Little Live Pets Lil’ Ladybugs Garden Playset & Single Pack Review

amomentwithfranca · 20 August 2017 · 3 Comments

My girls love animals and they dream to have pets at home so they can take care of them. We used to have 2 lovely Persian cats but unfortunately, they are not with us anymore. We don't have a real pet at home now so the girls dream with pretend pets for now. That is why we love … [Read more...] about Little Live Pets Lil’ Ladybugs Garden Playset & Single Pack Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Bella, Review, Reviews, Sienna

MOKURU Fidget Toy Review: Is This The New Fidget Spinner?

amomentwithfranca · 16 August 2017 · 53 Comments

We love toys and we are always happy to test new ones of course. We have received a new fidget toy called MOKURU which we think could be the next big toy to hit the market. I can see everybody, kids and adults, playing with it during the summer. MOKURU is a unique & inventive … [Read more...] about MOKURU Fidget Toy Review: Is This The New Fidget Spinner?

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Family, Review, Reviews Tagged With: Kids Toys

Peppa Pig’s Family Home Playset – Review

amomentwithfranca · 14 August 2017 · 3 Comments

If you are a regular reader of my blog you will know by now that my little Sienna is a big fan of Peppa Pig. As a result, we have a lot of Peppa Pig toys at home! We have also been very lucky to be able to review a lot of other Peppa Pig products too. This time we received the … [Read more...] about Peppa Pig’s Family Home Playset – Review

Filed Under: Review, Reviews, Sienna, Toys & Games Tagged With: Peppa Pig

Rubie’s Limited Edition Belle Dress – Harrods Exclusive

amomentwithfranca · 11 August 2017 · 6 Comments

My daughter Bella loves nothing more than dressing up! She loves imagining that she is the character of the clothes she is wearing. She has a special drawer in her wardrobe full of outfits where she always goes and chooses which one to wear. The outfits she likes the most are her … [Read more...] about Rubie’s Limited Edition Belle Dress – Harrods Exclusive

Filed Under: Fashion, Bella, Review, Reviews Tagged With: Dress

Easy Braids: Perfect 3 Strand Braid Review

amomentwithfranca · 7 August 2017 · 9 Comments

One of the things that Bella loves the most is playing hairdresser. She could stay hours playing with her hair, my hair, her sister's hair or even Dad's hair! She absolutely loves it! She has learnt to do plaits and likes to do them all the time. She is actually very good at it! … [Read more...] about Easy Braids: Perfect 3 Strand Braid Review

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Who Dares Wins Game Review

amomentwithfranca · 7 August 2017 · 46 Comments

We are getting very into family board games lately. They are perfect for rainy days which we seem to have a lot lately here in the UK! I'm not sure where the summer is? Please Sun come back soon! Anyway, we received another board game to review. This game is from Paul … [Read more...] about Who Dares Wins Game Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Review, Reviews

Adorable Boots Mini Club Outfits

amomentwithfranca · 6 August 2017 · 4 Comments

Following the Boots Mini Club event I attended in Central London where I had the chance to see the latest collection, we were very excited to be sent some outfits for my little Sienna to try at home. … [Read more...] about Adorable Boots Mini Club Outfits

Filed Under: Fashion, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Scooting Back To School with Start-Rite Shoes

amomentwithfranca · 4 August 2017 · 14 Comments

We are almost half way through the summer holidays and it won't be long before Bella is back to school again. She will be in Year 3! Time really flies, right? During the last term of Year 2, we were contacted by Start-Rite to review a pair of their latest shoes from their new … [Read more...] about Scooting Back To School with Start-Rite Shoes

Filed Under: Fashion, Bella, Review, Reviews

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