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10 Christmas Gifts Ideas For Kids

amomentwithfranca · 11 December 2021 · 16 Comments

Following on my latest 10 Lovely Christmas Gifts For The Ladies In Your Life, I thought to also do a list of Christmas Gifts Ideas For Kids. We received a few lovely products to review that we liked a lot, so I thought it could be nice to put them all together here so it might be … [Read more...] about 10 Christmas Gifts Ideas For Kids

Filed Under: Art & Crafts, Bella, Books, Christmas, Guide, Kids, List, Review, Reviews, Sienna, Toys & Games

Our Pines and Needles Christmas Tree

amomentwithfranca · 1 December 2021 · 16 Comments

It has become a family tradition for us to pick our Christmas tree together every year from Pines and Needles around the end of November. I guess due to the pandemic we got our tree quite early last year (the 3rd weekend of November) and we kind of enjoyed it, so we decided to do … [Read more...] about Our Pines and Needles Christmas Tree

Filed Under: Bella, Christmas, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Brand New Spook Comedy Scream Street Returns & Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 15 November 2021 · 12 Comments

A couple of weeks ago we were invited to a cool event to celebrate the brand new series of hilarious CBBC show Scream Street at Everyman Kings Cross Cinema. We had a morning of fun comedy as well as watching a few of their brand new episodes. Comedy Club 4 Kids hosted the event … [Read more...] about Brand New Spook Comedy Scream Street Returns & Giveaway

Filed Under: Events, Family, Film & TV, Giveaways, Kids, Sienna

Carrot Kitchen App Review & Giveaway

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 & Giveaway

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

Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron: Must Have Toy For Christmas

amomentwithfranca · 25 October 2021 · 11 Comments

Are you ready for some magic, spells and potions? If so, then let me tell you that we have the toy that will bring this magic to you! We received the most fantastic toy to review! It is the Magic Mixies from Moose Toys. It is absolutely amazing! This toy is sure to be a must have … [Read more...] about Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron: Must Have Toy For Christmas

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

The Top Hat Restaurant & Bar Review

amomentwithfranca · 18 September 2021 · 11 Comments

Sienna and I visited The Top Hat Restaurant & Bar when we went to play Monopoly Lifesized Junior Experience and we loved it! The food was really good! … [Read more...] about The Top Hat Restaurant & Bar Review

Filed Under: Food, Kids, Lifestyle, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Monopoly Lifesized Review

amomentwithfranca · 14 September 2021 · 22 Comments

If you are a fan of the Monopoly Board game, then you will be very excited to know that there is a huge version of it in Central London and you can visit to play with your family or friends. … [Read more...] about Monopoly Lifesized Review

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

SnapWatch: The Snappy Happy Way To Tell Time – Review & Giveaway

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, I have teamed up with SnapWatch to host a GIVEAWAY so … [Read more...] about SnapWatch: The Snappy Happy Way To Tell Time – Review & Giveaway

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

Build Your Own Microscope Kit Review & Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 13 February 2021 · 48 Comments

Not long ago we received a Plane Launcher Kit from Build Your Own which was so much fun. Sienna loved playing with it. We have now received another product from the same eco-friendly range to review. It is the Build Your Own Microscope kit. This kit is also aimed to 8+ years old … [Read more...] about Build Your Own Microscope Kit Review & Giveaway

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

Blume Baby Pop – How Many Blume Babies Will You Pop?

amomentwithfranca · 18 April 2020 · 12 Comments

We are getting into the world of Blume Dolls quite late but since discovering it we are loving them so much! We received a Series 2 set as well as a set of their new Blume Baby Pop to review. I am doing a separate blog post for the Blume Dolls. This post is all about the Blume … [Read more...] about Blume Baby Pop – How Many Blume Babies Will You Pop?

Filed Under: Bella, Sienna, Toys & Games, Uncategorized

The London Transport Museum During Christmas

amomentwithfranca · 22 December 2019 · 19 Comments

I can't believe it's now only 3 sleeps to Christmas! The time has passed so quickly. We love this time of the year! London transforms itself so nicely that it's beautiful to go out for a walk around Central London, especially around Covent Garden. Talking about Covent Garden, … [Read more...] about The London Transport Museum During Christmas

Filed Under: Bella, Christmas, Days Out, Family, Reflections, Reviews, Sienna, Travel

Bandai Bananas Collectibles: Introducing Series 3

amomentwithfranca · 30 October 2019 · 15 Comments

Last week we received a wonderful hamper full of real fruit. It looked amazing. But this wasn't an ordinary fruit hamper. It was more special than that because inside the hamper and hidden within the real fruit, we found series 3 Bandai Bananas collectibles, the most lovely … [Read more...] about Bandai Bananas Collectibles: Introducing Series 3

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

Scruff A Luvs Families Review

amomentwithfranca · 26 August 2019 · 7 Comments

Have you heard of Scruff A Luvs Families? Would your kids like to rescue an abandoned pet? They can when they take a Scruff a Luvs family. Will it be a cat or a dog you will find when you wash, dry and groom your new pet? Plus, how many babies will mummy be having? You could have … [Read more...] about Scruff A Luvs Families Review

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

Smartick – A Fantastic Math Programme For Kids & 25% Discount Code

amomentwithfranca · 8 May 2019 · 22 Comments

Do you worry about how to help your child at home with their homework or if they are struggling in a certain class? I do and I really want my girls to have as much support with their education as possible. Sometimes though, paying for tutors, or even finding them, isn’t an … [Read more...] about Smartick – A Fantastic Math Programme For Kids & 25% Discount Code

Filed Under: Bella, Kids, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Queens – A Fantastic Skating Family Day Out Experience

amomentwithfranca · 4 May 2019 · 20 Comments

Bella has been asking to go ice skating a lot lately, so it was great timing when Queens approached us to go to their venue and review their skating experience. Have you visited recently? We have visited twice in the past, Once for a birthday party for one of Bella’s friends and … [Read more...] about Queens – A Fantastic Skating Family Day Out Experience

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

Rollplay Nighthawk: Having A Blast With This Super Cool Ride-on Toy

amomentwithfranca · 24 April 2019 · 19 Comments

Have you heard of the Rollplay Nighthawk? It is a super fun outdoor ride-on toy for kids aged 6+. The Nighthawk is the latest addition to the Rollplay ride-on portfolio for preteens allowing you to ride and glide in style. The girls were super excited when I told them we were … [Read more...] about Rollplay Nighthawk: Having A Blast With This Super Cool Ride-on Toy

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

The Where Is Peter Rabbit Show At Theatre Royal

amomentwithfranca · 22 April 2019 · 7 Comments

We love to watch shows together as a family. My girls love, especially Bella, love to watch the shows and follow the story. We have seen a lot of shows and it is one of our favourite things to do together. We were super excited to be invited along to the premiere of the new Where … [Read more...] about The Where Is Peter Rabbit Show At Theatre Royal

Filed Under: Bella, Events, Review, Reviews, Sienna, Theatre & shows

Why The Turtle Pack Is A Great Swimming Aid For Kids & A Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 18 April 2019 · 24 Comments

Can your children swim? It is a really important skill to learn for everyone don’t you think. But finding the right accessories to help your child learn to swim can be hard. Armbands are great but you can struggle to get them on and off and some kids can find them awkward to swim … [Read more...] about Why The Turtle Pack Is A Great Swimming Aid For Kids & A Giveaway

Filed Under: Giveaways, Kids, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Baby Born Surprise Dolls – Review & Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 13 April 2019 · 42 Comments

Two things my girls love are dolls and collectable toys. Are your kids the same? Do you have a lot of collectable toys at home too? We have been lucky enough to be able to review Baby Born dolls in the past, so when they sent us some items from their new range of Baby Born … [Read more...] about Baby Born Surprise Dolls – Review & Giveaway

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

L.O.L. Surprise! DIY Glitter Factory Review

amomentwithfranca · 2 April 2019 · 26 Comments

My girls are obsessed with L.O.L dolls. Especially Sienna. She plays with the dolls she has all the time. She really loves them. They both equally love glitter so imagine combining both of these things together in one set. Introducing the L.O.L. Surprise! DIY Glitter Factory. … [Read more...] about L.O.L. Surprise! DIY Glitter Factory Review

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

Teeny Tiny Dolls – All You Need To Know

amomentwithfranca · 25 February 2019 · 18 Comments

Teeny Tiny Toes are brand new, interactive dolls that fit in the palm of your hand. I knew instantly they would be perfect for my girls. they are exactly the type of toy they love to play with. At a tiny 11 inches, they are small yet are packed with many great features to enhance … [Read more...] about Teeny Tiny Dolls – All You Need To Know

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

Regatta Outdoors – Fabulous Winter Jackets For The Whole Family

amomentwithfranca · 25 January 2019 · 20 Comments

We have worked together with Regatta many times in the past on the blog and we are big fans of their products. This winter they sent us some coats to keep the whole family warm and dry during the colder weather. We love that not only do their products keep us dry and warm but we … [Read more...] about Regatta Outdoors – Fabulous Winter Jackets For The Whole Family

Filed Under: Bella, Family, Fashion, Nick, Sienna

DesignaFriend Dolls – The Perfect Collection For Little Aspiring Fashionistas Review

amomentwithfranca · 11 January 2019 · 8 Comments

Not long ago we were invited to Icetank in Convent Garden for a VIP Style Event with DesignaFriend. It was a fun event that I knew my girls would love. They would get the chance to be pampered and be creative whilst surrounded by dolls. What’s not to love. … [Read more...] about DesignaFriend Dolls – The Perfect Collection For Little Aspiring Fashionistas Review

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

Hasbro FurReal Rock-A-Too – All You Need To Know

amomentwithfranca · 10 December 2018 · 9 Comments

We have reviewed many toys from Hasbro over the past few years and some of our favourites have been the interactive Furreal ‘pets’. My girls love toys that they can engage with and bring their play to life a bit more. … [Read more...] about Hasbro FurReal Rock-A-Too – All You Need To Know

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

YELLIES! – The New Craze Toy From Hasbro

amomentwithfranca · 21 November 2018 · 32 Comments

Are you looking for some ideas for your Christmas gift list? Well, I think you are in the correct place because I have something very cool to definitely put on your list. I am talking about the brand new YELLIES! from Hasbro! If it is made by Hasbro you know it is going to be … [Read more...] about YELLIES! – The New Craze Toy From Hasbro

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

Ten Steps for Feeding Babies

amomentwithfranca · 23 October 2018 · 16 Comments

Knowing how much to feed our babies and toddlers can be quite tricky. Are we feeding them enough or too much? Making sure we get the balance right is important so they are well fed and healthy. I know in the past I have worried that Sienna isn’t eating enough but we were on the … [Read more...] about Ten Steps for Feeding Babies

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Nutrition, Parenting, Sienna

Win A Fabulous Mini-U Bundle

amomentwithfranca · 12 October 2018 · 47 Comments

Do your little ones enjoy having fun at bath time? For my girls, bath time is still one of the most enjoyable and fun times of the day! They love playing with all the bath toys that they can possibly have. Therefore, we are so excited to have been introduced to Mini-U recently. … [Read more...] about Win A Fabulous Mini-U Bundle

Filed Under: Bath products, Giveaways, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Back To School With Vamousse

amomentwithfranca · 9 October 2018 · 45 Comments

This September, Sienna has joined Bella at school full time. She is so excited and has been telling me every day how happy she is! I really feel so relieved to hear that she is enjoying school and that she has made new friends already. And Bella has started Year 4, and even … [Read more...] about Back To School With Vamousse

Filed Under: Bella, Collaborative Posts, Health, Sienna

Minoti Clothing Review

amomentwithfranca · 29 September 2018 · 42 Comments

I love fashion, especially kids fashion, so I love finding gorgeous outfits for my girls. They love dressing up, so it is super fun to take photos of them when they are trying out new outfits. My eldest is really into fashion and you can find her every day trying different … [Read more...] about Minoti Clothing Review

Filed Under: Bella, Fashion, Review, Reviews, Sienna

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