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10 Easy and Inexpensive Ways to Keep Kids Entertained This Summer

amomentwithfranca · 13 June 2017 · 10 Comments

Anyone who has ever had to look after a child knows they are FULL of energy and need a variety of activities to keep them occupied. Whether you are a parent balancing work or a grandpa on child-minding duty, the long summer holiday can be an expensive time and you don’t want to … [Read more...] about 10 Easy and Inexpensive Ways to Keep Kids Entertained This Summer

Filed Under: List, Collaborative Posts, Family, Tips Tagged With: Ideas, kids, summer, tips

Jack N’ Jill Eco Friendly Toothcare Review

amomentwithfranca · 10 June 2017 · 47 Comments

One of the things I have found hard to do as a parent is to teach my girls to get into the habit of brushing their teeth at least twice every day. My girls do usually brush their teeth twice a day but it can sometimes be a struggle to get them do it. It is so important for them … [Read more...] about Jack N’ Jill Eco Friendly Toothcare Review

Filed Under: Uncategorized, Gadgets & Technology, Health Tagged With: kids, Oral care, Toothbrush, Toothcare, Toothpaste

How to Pick a Vacation that Makes the Kids and Adults Happy

amomentwithfranca · 27 February 2017 · Leave a Comment

Making the decision to book a family holiday is one that brings smiles to everyone’s faces, but picking that perfect destination that pleases everyone can prove to be tricky. So how do you pick that perfect spot that makes the kids and adults happy? We’ve got some tips you can … [Read more...] about How to Pick a Vacation that Makes the Kids and Adults Happy

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Holidays, Travel Tagged With: Holidays, kids

Trolls Hug Time Poppy Review

amomentwithfranca · 18 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

We received another fantastic toy to review from Hasbro as part of our role as blog testers for the Hasbro Toy Tribe. This toy is special as it is a cute Troll! Who is not in love with these adorable trolls? Well, Bella certainly is and she was super excited to review one. After … [Read more...] about Trolls Hug Time Poppy Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Ambassador Role, Reviews Tagged With: Dreamworks, Hasbro, kids, toys, Trolls, Trolls Hug Time Poppy

Looking Gorgeous With Boohoo Kids

amomentwithfranca · 8 January 2017 · 11 Comments

I love buying clothes for my girls. It's really nice to choose adorable outfits for them and then see how they look. I guess the best part is when they see new outfits and get very excited about them. They love modelling their clothes which I enjoy a lot too, usually it makes my … [Read more...] about Looking Gorgeous With Boohoo Kids

Filed Under: Fashion, Reviews Tagged With: Boohoo, Boohoo Kids, fashion, kids, kids fashion

Toddlebike2 Review

amomentwithfranca · 31 December 2016 · 108 Comments

Sienna is now almost 2 and a half years old and knows how to move pretty well. In fact, she started walking quite early at about 9 months. So she has always been a very active little girl. She learns everything from her older sister Bella and picks up all the tips and tricks from … [Read more...] about Toddlebike2 Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Giveaways, Reviews, Sienna, Videos Tagged With: Balance bike, giveaway, kids, Toddlebike2

Visiting Hong Kong with the Kids

amomentwithfranca · 13 October 2016 · Leave a Comment

Visiting Hong Kong and feeling stuck for ideas of what to do? You shouldn’t be, as Hong Kong is packed with things to do for families. Spoiling visitors and citizens alike with inspiring views, thrilling activities and simple locations for respite from all the action, Hong Kong … [Read more...] about Visiting Hong Kong with the Kids

Filed Under: Travel, Collaborative Posts, Holidays, List Tagged With: kids, Travel

Hasbro My Little Pony Equestria Crystal Empire Castle Review

amomentwithfranca · 12 October 2016 · Leave a Comment

As part of our role of blog testers for the Hasbro Toy Tribe, we were so lucky to receive another fantastic toy to review. This time we received the My Little Pony Equestria Castle. Bella is already familiar with My Little Pony as she already had some of the toys at home, so she … [Read more...] about Hasbro My Little Pony Equestria Crystal Empire Castle Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Ambassador Role, Reviews Tagged With: Hasbro, Hasbro Toy Tribe, kids, My Little Pony, toys

Brio Rescue Emergency Set Review

amomentwithfranca · 22 September 2016 · 1 Comment

Not long ago, we reviewed a Parking Garage from Brio. It was a great wooden toy and Sienna had so much fun. I was very impressed with it, and this is why we were so happy to be able to review one of their new Rescue range toys. This time we received their Rescue Emergency Set. It … [Read more...] about Brio Rescue Emergency Set Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Bella, Reviews Tagged With: Brio, Emergency, Fire Engine, Fire Station, Fire Wagon, Firefighters, kids, Lumber Train, Lumber Wagon, Rescue, Rescue Emergency Set, Tracks, Wooden Toys

Baby Annabell Doll Unboxing & Play

amomentwithfranca · 28 August 2016 · 45 Comments

Now that Bella is 6 years old I can see how she is taking her roll as "mother" very seriously when playing with her dolls. It is lovely to see her interact and play with her dolls all day long. She absolutely loves them. When Bella found out that she would have the opportunity to … [Read more...] about Baby Annabell Doll Unboxing & Play

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Bella, Reviews, Videos Tagged With: Baby Annabell, Burping Noises, Crying Doll, Doll, Guggles Noises, Interactive Doll, kids, Kids Toys, toys, Unboxing

Interplay myStyle Dangly Charms Review

amomentwithfranca · 22 August 2016 · Leave a Comment

I received the Dangly Charms kit from Interplay to review with Bella. You can make 6 fabulous "bang on trend" projects which can be used as a colourful key-ring, hang from your belt bags and much more. This is part of the myStyle range of products that Interplay is offering to … [Read more...] about Interplay myStyle Dangly Charms Review

Filed Under: Bella, Art & Crafts, Reviews Tagged With: Bag charms, Beads, Clay, Dangly Charms, girls, Hand crafts, Interplay, Key Rings, kids, myStyle

Brio Parking Garage Review

amomentwithfranca · 19 August 2016 · 1 Comment

I'm sure you guys have heard about the Swedish brand BRIO before. They are a fantastic brand, having been active in the toy market for over 130 years. They are famous for their great quality wooden toys. For Brio, toys are not about entertaining or pacifying children. They … [Read more...] about Brio Parking Garage Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Reviews, Sienna Tagged With: Brio, kids, Parking Garage, toys, Transporte Wagon, Wooden Cars, Wooden Toys

10 Great European Football Tournaments For Kids

amomentwithfranca · 16 August 2016 · 1 Comment

If you run or are involved with a kids football team, through a school or otherwise, you might want to consider travelling to and taking part in an international football tournament. You can only imaging the challenge and excitement that comes with taking part in a top European … [Read more...] about 10 Great European Football Tournaments For Kids

Filed Under: Travel, Collaborative Posts Tagged With: Countries, Europe, Football, Football Tournaments, kids

10 Reasons To Go To FunFest Blogger Summit

amomentwithfranca · 2 August 2016 · 58 Comments

Last year in September I decided to go to my first blogger conference. At first I didn't know which blogger conference to pick as going to your first one is a big step and you want to choose one which will give you as many benefits as possible (learn, have fun, networking). I was … [Read more...] about 10 Reasons To Go To FunFest Blogger Summit

Filed Under: Ambassador Role, Blogging, Events, List Tagged With: Blogger Conference, Conference, kids, toys

Hasbro Play-Doh Town Fire Truck Review

amomentwithfranca · 1 August 2016 · 2 Comments

I have mentioned before that we are very excited to be part of the Hasbro Toy Tribe. From the first 3 toys that we received I have already reviewed the Yo-Kai Watch and the Nerf Supersoaker Squall Surge Water Gun. In this post I will be reviewing their Play-Doh Town Fire Truck.  … [Read more...] about Hasbro Play-Doh Town Fire Truck Review

Filed Under: Reviews, Toys & Games Tagged With: Hasbro, kids, Play Doh, Play-Doh Town FireTruck, toys

Looking Adorable with Petit Bateau

amomentwithfranca · 24 July 2016 · 66 Comments

I was so excited to be approached by the lovely people at Petit Bateau. They have gorgeous kids clothing. I was really happy to be able to choose an outfit for each of my girls and have fun trying the clothes on them. It was really difficult to choose an outfit as I really like … [Read more...] about Looking Adorable with Petit Bateau

Filed Under: Bella, Fashion, Reviews, Sienna Tagged With: clothing, kids, Kids clothes, kids fashion, leggings, Petit Bateau, striped dresses, striped tops, Stripes

Airbourne Airshow: 10 Reasons To Take The Kids (for Free)

amomentwithfranca · 18 July 2016 · 10 Comments

Like music festivals, summer here in the UK wouldn't be the same without the various airshows that take place during this time of the year. Airbourne is an annual airshow in Eastbourne, East Sussex on the south coast of England. Not only is it one of the UK’s largest airshows, … [Read more...] about Airbourne Airshow: 10 Reasons To Take The Kids (for Free)

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, Travel Tagged With: Airbourne, Airshow, Eastbourne, Families, kids, Red Arrows, Things To Do, Travel

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✨ Cat Cafe In London✨.📍Bella and I went t ✨ Cat Cafe In London✨.📍Bella and I went to @javawhiskersuk , a cat cafe located in @westfieldlondon . This was my present for Mother’s Day from her🌸.🌟 Before we went inside, we had to go to a separate room to wash our hands and remove our shoes..🐾 They have 2 different rooms: the Cat Lounge and the Kitten Lounge and you can choose to stay from 55 mins to 1hr 55 mins. The prices vary depending on the room you choose and the length of time..🍰 When we stepped inside the room we were greeted by a group of gorgeous kittens. We ordered (before we went inside the room) a latte and a delicious chocolate muffin with chocolate melted inside that was so good. This was served to us in the room while we were surrounded by these adorable kittens..🐱 We spent 55 mins playing and petting the kittens. They were so cute. We loved interacting with them..🥰 Their cafe is also a foster home for homeless cats so if you are looking to adopt one, this is the place to visit! They have had 230 successful adoptions already! 🙌🏻.🚨 The only downside is that you have to be over 10 years old in order to be allowed inside the rooms 😬.🐈 If you are a cat lover like us, I highly recommend you visit Java Whiskers! It is the perfect place to unwind and relax with these beautiful kittens! 🙌🏻.Have you visited a Cat Cafe before? 🐈‍⬛ .#javawhiskers #catcafe #catcafelondon #londoncafe #westfieldlondon #londondayout #daysout #thingstodoinlondon #newplaces #londonguide #lovecats😻 #catsofinstagram #catloversday #londonthingstodo #whatsonlondon
✨ Happy Mother's Day✨.If you are in the UK, ✨ Happy Mother's Day✨.If you are in the UK, I hope you are having a lovely Mother's Day! 🌸🌸.We actually started the celebrations yesterday as Bella took me to @javawhiskersuk a new cat cafe in Westfield as a present for Mother’s Day. We spent 55 mins arround gorgeous kittens. I had a great time! I am a cat lover so this was a fab present for me! I will talk more about this experience on another post but if you swipe left you can see a little peak of our time there! 🐈😉.Today, the girls and Nick took me for the actually Mother’s Day celebration 🎉 to @cafejackss in Queen’s Park where we had brunch. It was a yummy treat. Swipe left to check it out! 😋 .After that we went for a walk. There was a small market nearby so it was nice to have a little look around 😍. We then went back home and spent the rest of the day chilling which is something, I’m not going to lie, I love doing! 😉😂.How was your day?#mothersdayuk #mothersdayweekend #mothersday2023 #motherofdaughters #mumoftwo #mumofgirls #mydaughters #lovemydaughters #daughterslove #mummydaughtertime #daughtersarethebest #daughtersrock #spendingtimetogether #happyfamilytime #familytime💕
✨My Girls✨.Due to the strikes we had Sienna ✨My Girls✨.Due to the strikes we had Sienna at home yesterday and today, and Bella only today. I thought it would be very chaotic but despite it always being louder when the girls are at home, especially my youngest one, lol, we did well..Bella did school work at home today and had the afternoon free. Sienna didn’t do school work. We only asked her to carry on doing Spanish and Maths via Duolingo. She also had Spanish lessons this afternoon (every Thursday she has lessons) so both days were manageable thankfully 😍.How was it for you? Did your kids stay at home or did they go to school? .PS: let’s hope things get better for teachers. I fully support the strikes. .#sistertime #sisterlylove #sistersgoals #hermanas #sistersforever #sistersforlife #sisterslove #siblingslove #lovemydaughters #raisingdaughters #mydaughters #londonkids #WembleyPark #wembley #londondesigneroutlet
✨Happy Weekend✨.How is your weekend going so ✨Happy Weekend✨.How is your weekend going so far? I am finally feeling more normal after the massive jetlag I had after my trip to South America. I am not sure why it hit me so much this time but it has taken me about two solid weeks to properly be back to my routine without feeling right. Waking up in the mornings was the worst. It was very hard, especially when I had to be on time for the school run! 😩.Anyway, everything feels better now! 😊.How long does it take you to be back to normal after a jetlag? Do you have any tricks or tips to speed this process? .📸 Selfy taken in Barranco, a lively district in Peru considered to be one of the most romantic and bohemian places to visit and being the home and working place of many Peruvian artists, musicians, designers, photographers among others 😎.#thisisme #selfie #instaselfie #smilemore #brunettehair #greeneyes #over40#over40blogger #overforty #overfortystyle #over40andfabulous #over40mom #outandabout #barrancolima
✨The Costa Verde✨.Lima, the capital of Peru ✨The Costa Verde✨.Lima, the capital of Peru is located on the coast. Walking along the sidewalk of the Malécon in Lima’s picturesque seaside district, Miraflores, you can admire the most beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. .The “Costa Verde” is a coastal road. It runs along the south-central part of the Lima coast. You can visit in the morning for a jog or in the evening to enjoy a relaxing walk. It is a very lively where people have fun in the open air..This is one of the best attractions on the coastal road. You will see several parks with sculptures of famous artists that make this walk even more unique and enjoyable. Along the route, you can find numerous recreational activities such as surfing and paragliding..If you keep walking you will arrive at “Larcomar” which is a shopping centre and has many restaurants and cafes so you can enjoy a coffee or a meal with the gorgeous ocean view too. .Pictures explained below:1. Start of my walk with the view of the ocean showing one the most gorgeous restaurants in Lima “La Rosa Nautica” where you can walk along the pier and then seat down for a meal with a sea view. Very scenic 😍2. 📸 Greater view of the coast showing the Pacific Ocean3. 🎥 Parque Chino (Chinese Park)4. 📸 Parque El Libro (The Book Park) showing a colorful sculpture, “Silencio” created by Peruvian artist José Tola.5. 📸 Parque del Amor (Love Park) showing its larger-than-life sculpture of two lovers in a deep embrace called “The Kiss”. The monument to love was created by Peruvian artist Víctor Delfín. 6. 📸 Faro de Lima (lighthouse)7. 🎥 View of the Pacific Ocean from Barranco area where you can see Lima Marina Club, a members only club. .If you visit Lima, I highly recommend you to have a walk along this gorgeous area. You won’t regret it! (Save this post for later 😀).Do you enjoy walks with a coastal view? When was the last time you did a walk with a scenic view? .#oceanviews #oceanview #costaverde #costaverdelima #miraflores #lima #visitlima #limaperu #mirafloreslima #limacity #cometoperu #limaperu #beautifulviews #beautifuldestinations #perutravel
✨Peruvian Suspiro Limeño✨."Suspiro Limeño" ✨Peruvian Suspiro Limeño✨."Suspiro Limeño" is one of my favourite Peruvian desserts. When I was In Peru, I of course, made sure to have it not only once but several times 😉.This dessert is made of manjar blanco (milk, sugar, almond flour, egg yolks, vanilla) and meringue (egg whites, port, cinnamon) 😘.The history behind this dessert starts with Amparo Ayarza who was the creator. Her husband, José Gálvez Barrenechea was a poet and was the one who gave it its name. The poet called it "Suspiro de Limeña", which means, 'Sigh of a Lima lady', because it is soft and sweet like the sigh of a woman. Love this 🥰.Have you ever tried "Suspiro Limeño"? Or have you heard of it before? Would you try it? .📸 Picture taken @panchitasazoncriolla in Lima that has one of the best versions of this dessert 🙌🏻.#suspirolimeño #peruviandessert #meringue #merengue #desserttime #dessertlover #dessertpic #dessertgram #peruvianfood #cocinaperuana #gastronomiaperuana #perufood #peruviancousine #whatisfordessert #dessertsofinstagram
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