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Win a Wannabees Bundle

amomentwithfranca · 2 November 2017 · 43 Comments

I am so excited to tell you that I'm running a GIVEAWAY for one of you to WIN A WANNABEES BUNDLE. You can find all about them and how to win this bundle below. … [Read more...] about Win a Wannabees Bundle

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Kiddiewinkles Personalised Toy Baskets Review

amomentwithfranca · 31 October 2017 · 12 Comments

My girls are fortunate to have so many toys, especially dolls. They are obsessed with dolls and so their collection is quite big. At the moment they are kept in a pile in the corner of the living room so they can easily play with them when they fancy but I am tired of seeing the … [Read more...] about Kiddiewinkles Personalised Toy Baskets Review

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

Out To Impress Twinkling Tea Lights Review

amomentwithfranca · 29 October 2017 · 13 Comments

We recently received Out to Impress Twinkling Tea lights from Addo to review which is a new product that involves some crafting. Bella enjoys doing these type of reviews so I was excited to show it to her. She was very much looking forward to trying it. … [Read more...] about Out To Impress Twinkling Tea Lights Review

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

My Little Pony The Movie & Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 21 October 2017 · 123 Comments

We were invited to a special preview screening of My Little Pony The Movie in anticipation of its national release on Friday 20th October! During the event, we were very lucky and we actually won a My Little Pony My Magical Princess Twilight Sparkle, but we already have one so I … [Read more...] about My Little Pony The Movie & Giveaway

Filed Under: Film & TV, Events, Giveaways, Toys & Games

Shimmer & Shine Teenie Genies Floating Genie Palace Review

amomentwithfranca · 19 October 2017 · 5 Comments

We received a new Fisher-Price toy to review, Shimmer & Shine Teenie Genies Floating Genie Palace! Bella had received a bundle of Shimmer & Shine stationary products recently too, and because of that it had made her interested in the brand! Seeing those products regularly … [Read more...] about Shimmer & Shine Teenie Genies Floating Genie Palace Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Bella, Review, Reviews Tagged With: toys

Baby Annabell Learns To Swim Launch Party With Rebecca Adlington

amomentwithfranca · 18 October 2017 · 16 Comments

My girls were invited to an amazing event. They had the opportunity to attend a swimming lesson with Rebecca Adlington OBE, two time Olympic swimming gold medal winner! I feel so grateful for all the amazing opportunities my girls get! The event was to launch the new Baby Annabel … [Read more...] about Baby Annabell Learns To Swim Launch Party With Rebecca Adlington

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Bella, Events, Tips

My Little Pony My Magical Princess Twilight Sparkle Review

amomentwithfranca · 15 October 2017 · 14 Comments

We are big fans of My Little Pony at home. We have previously reviewed My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic and My Little Pony: Equestria Crystal Empire Castle. Sienna is even more enthusiastic about it than Bella but they both love playing with MLP toys. As part of Hasbro Toy … [Read more...] about My Little Pony My Magical Princess Twilight Sparkle Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Ambassador Role, Sienna Tagged With: Hasbro

Hasbro FurReal Chatty Charlie The Barkin’ Beagle Review

amomentwithfranca · 27 September 2017 · 120 Comments

We were given a FurReal Chatty Charlie The Barkin’ Beagle to keep and review which I mentioned previously in a blog post about our "Morning at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home with Hasbro". Bella and I learnt a lot about what they do there and what happens when a new dog arrives. … [Read more...] about Hasbro FurReal Chatty Charlie The Barkin’ Beagle Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Ambassador Role, Animals & Pets, Bella, Review, Reviews, Sienna, Videos

Minnie Mouse Happy Helpers House Review

amomentwithfranca · 26 September 2017 · 10 Comments

Who doesn't love Minnie Mouse? I don't think I could find someone who doesn't! I have been a fan since I was a little girl and of course, my girls love her too. There is also now a TV show that is a hit with the kids! Have you seen it? Well if you have, you might have noticed … [Read more...] about Minnie Mouse Happy Helpers House Review

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

Tinsy Winsy Weeny Tots Dolls Review

amomentwithfranca · 20 September 2017 · 10 Comments

My girls absolutely love playing with dolls. They can spend all day imagining new role playing games and inventing new scenarios! It's cute and fun to watch. They have lots of standard-sized dolls but this time we received something different. We received some tiny baby dolls to … [Read more...] about Tinsy Winsy Weeny Tots Dolls Review

Filed Under: Bella, Review, Reviews, Toys & Games Tagged With: Dolls

Parrot Mambo Mini Drone Review

amomentwithfranca · 9 September 2017 · 21 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

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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

Baby Born Changing Bag For Dolls Review

amomentwithfranca · 25 August 2017 · 4 Comments

My girls love dolls and especially playing with their accessories! They are constantly using their imagination and keep inventing different role play activities. It is so funny to watch! That is why I am always happy to review new products that encourages them to play like that! … [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

My Dream Pet With Petplan

amomentwithfranca · 21 August 2017 · 5 Comments

We were asked by Petplan to be part of one of the most enjoyable campaigns ever! We love animals and we did have 2 gorgeous Persian cats but they are no longer with us so we don't currently have a pet at home. The girls are desperate to get one, especially Bella who keeps asking … [Read more...] about My Dream Pet With Petplan

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Bella, Collaborative Posts Tagged With: pets

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✨Happy Friday✨.Did you have a good week? Unf ✨Happy Friday✨.Did you have a good week? Unfortunately, it wasn’t that good for us because the girls have been under the weather. Bella started first with a sore throat and high fever for a few days and then when Bella got better, Sienna started! She got a horrible cough but no temperature. Her cough was that bad that she couldn’t sleep very well for a couple of nights. They are both much better now and back to school.. The weather hasn’t helped either. It has been so cold lately! I literally feel frozen all the time. Thankfully it is looking better atm as the temperatures are starting to rise. I decided to get my flu vaccine, so I hope it protects me from all these viruses that are going around! Have you had the flu vaccine too? .On another note, I went yesterday to a parents meeting about GCSE options for Bella. I can’t believe she needs to think about it already ahead of Year 9. The time really goes fast. Are your kids dealing with GCSEs too?.📸 Sharing this beautiful bouquet of flowers from @freddiesflowers to brighten up our day.#flowerarrangement #flowerdelivery #bouquetofflowers #flowersmakemehappy #loveflowers #flowersoftheday #flowersoftheweek #flowerlover #freshflowers #flowerobsession #bunchofflowers #foreverflowers #flowersofinstagram #homesweethome
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