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BABY Born Highchair Review

amomentwithfranca · 25 April 2017 · 1 Comment

One of the things that Bella loves most is playing with her dolls. She has a really nice collection of dolls but the thing that makes playing with dolls a lot fun is having accessories to play with. Bella is always asking for things for her dolls like clothes, a bed, a pushchair, … [Read more...] about BABY Born Highchair Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Bella, Reviews Tagged With: Baby Born, Doll's highchair, Dolls, Highchair, Playing, reviews, toys

Mr. Tumble’s Christmas Party Album Review

amomentwithfranca · 10 November 2016 · 52 Comments

I can't believe that we are now in November and we are in the countdown to Christmas. I love this time of the year - the atmosphere and the spirit. This is the most exciting time of the year for my girls too so it becomes an exciting time for all the family. To add to our … [Read more...] about Mr. Tumble’s Christmas Party Album Review

Filed Under: Reviews, Bella, Music, Sienna Tagged With: Album, CD, Christmas songs, reviews

Buying Awesome Toys From Wicked Uncle

amomentwithfranca · 22 July 2016 · 4 Comments

We were asked recently to review some toys from the amazing Wicked Uncle website. I have used this website several times before in the past since finding them via Google a few years ago. I was looking for some toys to buy to my niece and didn't know what to get her, but when I … [Read more...] about Buying Awesome Toys From Wicked Uncle

Filed Under: Reviews, Bella, Sienna, Toys & Games, Videos Tagged With: Bath Toys, Jellyfish, Jellyfish Tank, Kids Toys, Mood Light, Polar Bears, reviews, TOMY NOW BOARDING POLAR BEARS, toys, Wicked Uncle

Nerf Supersoaker Squall Surge Water Gun Review

amomentwithfranca · 13 July 2016 · 1 Comment

I have previously mentioned that we are so excited to be part of Hasbro Toy Tribe and that we will be reviewing some of their toys. We received 3 toys to review last time. We did a post about Yo-Kai Watch. In this post I will be reviewing the super fun Nerf Supersoaker Squall … [Read more...] about Nerf Supersoaker Squall Surge Water Gun Review

Filed Under: Reviews, Family Tagged With: Hasbro, Nerf, Nerf Supersoaker Squall Surge Water Gun, reviews, Supersoaker Squall Surge, Water Gun

Hasbro Yo-Kai Watch Review

amomentwithfranca · 30 June 2016 · Leave a Comment

I am so excited to be part of the Hasbro Toy Tribe and from now on I will be able to review their new range of toys with my girls. I don't know who is more excited, Bella or me, LOL. In this post we are reviewing the Yo-Kai Watch.  … [Read more...] about Hasbro Yo-Kai Watch Review

Filed Under: Bella, Reviews, Toys & Games Tagged With: Hasbro, Medalls, reviews, Yo-Kai watch, Yo-Kai Watch App

Orchard Toys Mini Games Crocodile Snap Review

amomentwithfranca · 25 May 2016 · 47 Comments

I'm a massive fan of Orchard Toys. They have a great range of mini games - small, portable and travel-sized games perfect for both at home and on the go. Based on traditional family favourites, the range gives classic games a fun ‘Orchard Toys’ twist! We chose to review Crocodile … [Read more...] about Orchard Toys Mini Games Crocodile Snap Review

Filed Under: Reviews, Toys & Games Tagged With: Games, Kids Games, Kids Toys, Mini Games, reviews, toys

Playmobil Carrying Case Shop Review

amomentwithfranca · 8 March 2016 · 25 Comments

I was lucky to be able to go to the Toy Fair UK 2016 back in January where I got an appointment to have a chat with the lovely people at Playmobil. They were at the stand Gallery 210 and they were showing their latest toys for 2016. It was a massive stand and full of amazing new … [Read more...] about Playmobil Carrying Case Shop Review

Filed Under: Bella, Reviews, Toys & Games, Videos Tagged With: Carrying Case Shop, City Life, Family friendly, girls, Kids Toys, Mummy-daughter time, Playmobil, Playmobil Toys, reviews, toys

Personalised Wrapping Paper wrap.me – Review

amomentwithfranca · 20 July 2015 · 74 Comments

I'm sure if you are addicted to Instagram like me you will love the fantastic idea that the lovely people at wrap.me have come up with.They are providing a service where you can turn your Instagram, Facebook or camera roll photos into personalised photo wrapping paper. How cool … [Read more...] about Personalised Wrapping Paper wrap.me – Review

Filed Under: Giveaways, Reviews Tagged With: camera roll, facebook photos, instagram, online service, personalised wrapping paper, reviews, wrap.m, wrapping paper

Portobello Cat Print Collapsible Storage Box – Review

amomentwithfranca · 12 June 2015 · 7 Comments

Hola! The other day I was sitting in my girls room having a moment and having a quick glance around their room and suddenly my eyes stopped in front of these beautifully designed boxes that I got for my daughters last year. Then I thought: "why not share with other people how … [Read more...] about Portobello Cat Print Collapsible Storage Box – Review

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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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✨Cadbury World✨.During the holidays we went ✨Cadbury World✨.During the holidays we went to @cadburyworlduk in Birmingham. The in-laws live close to the city so we decided to visit..I was surprised with the amount of activities they offer. I thought it was just a quick visit to the factory but how wrong I was. See below all the activities included with the price 👇🏻🍫 Aztec Jungle🍫 The Cadbury Story🍫 Journey to Europe🍫 4D Chocolate Adventure 🍫 Manufacturing 🍫 Gill Cocks Collection🍫 Making chocolate story🍫 Cadabra car ride🍫 Bull Street🍫 The Bournville Experience🍫 Chocolate Making🍫 Advertising Avenue🍫 Purple Planet🍫 Have a go discovering different chocolate making techniques and doodle your name with chocolate🍫 Cadbury World Chop with amazing prices🍫 Cadbury World Cafe🍫 African Adventure Play area (outside)🍫 Green Screen (you pay extra for photos)🍫 Character Meeting.You don’t have to do all the activities. You can go at your own pace and skip the activities you don’t fancy doing. Useful Information:📍 Cadbury World, 69 Linden Rd, Bournville, Birmingham B30 1JR💰 £18.95 Adults (16+), £13.95 Child (3-15), £59.85 Family of 4 (max 2 adults), Free for Under 3. 🍫 You get free chocolate! ⏰ THE MAIN ATTRACTION LASTS 1.5 - 2 HOURS. On average, visitors spend around 3-4 hours visiting Cadbury World. ℹ️ AGE RECOMMENDATION suitable for all ages.As you can see, there was plenty to do which entertained us for hours! The Cadabra car ride was cool! Watch the video until the end to see the activities we did ☺️.It was such a fun day out. We definitely recommend you to visit if you are in the area. And…..who doesn’t want some free chocolate, right? 🍫We sure did! 😂😋🙌🏻.Have you visited Cadbury World before?.#cadburyworldbirmingham #cadburyworld #cadbury #cadburydairymilk #cadburychocolate #chocolate #chocolatefactory #familydaysout #familydayout #familyfuntime #familyfunday #ukattractions #thingstodoinbirmingham #thingstodowithkids #familytime💕
Ad PR Invite✨Matilda The Musical✨.I was so e Ad PR Invite✨Matilda The Musical✨.I was so excited to take Sienna to watch @matildathemusical at Cambridge Theatre in Covent Garden thanks to @londontheatre (swipe left until the end to see a short video of the stage beautifully decorated) 🎭.I have already seen this musical twice with Bella but it was finally the time to take Sienna now she is older. She is the No 1 fan of Matilda. She knows all the songs and dances so she was over the moon to watch it in person. Apparently, she would love one day to be in that stage too! Bless her! 🥰.Even though I have seen it before, each time has brought a different experience for me as they change/rotate the cast often so it feels like a new show watching a new Matilda each time. This is the type of show that you wouldn’t mind watch it many times! 😀.Useful Information:📍Cambridge Theatre, Earlham St, London WC2H 9HU (near Tube is Covent Garden)💰 From £20.00 – No fees⏰ RUNNING TIME 2 hours, 35 minutes (including 20 min interval)ℹ️ AGE RECOMMENDATION 6+.It is such a fantastic show. This cast is amazing! We were so impressed! We can definitely recommend you to go and watch it too! Check @londontheatre for fabulous deals for this show and many others. .Have you seen Matilda?.#MatildatheMusical #londontheatre #theatrelife #westend #musicaltheatre #theatrekid #whatsonstage #8yearsold #thingstodoinlondon #londonwithkids #whatsonlondon #timeoutlondon #letsdolondon #musicaltheatrelife #theatreforkids
✨Twist Museum✨.Nick took Sienna to @twist_mu ✨Twist Museum✨.Nick took Sienna to @twist_museum during the holidays and they had such a fun time!.Twist is an immersive, interactive museum. The exhibits are illusions that challenge your senses. You will learn about how you experience colour, perspective, shape, sound, heat and more. It is a surreal experience. .See below some details:📍 248 Oxford St, Oxford Circus, London, W1C 1DH🎟️ Adult ticket £23.50 | Aged 17 and under £18.50 | £74 Family ticket (up to 2 adults and 2 children | Children 3 and under go free🕰️ Monday to Thursday 11.00am - 8.00pm | Friday & Saturday 11.00am - 9.00pm (last entry 8.00pm) | Sunday 10.00am - 7.30pm.They enjoyed the experience so definitely recommend to visit if you are in Central London and want to try something different.Do you like inmersive activities?.#twistmuseum #londonmuseum #artmuseums #artgallerylondon #funactivities #artinstallation #mysecretlondon #londonist #museumofillusions #immersiveexperiences #immersiveart #thingstodoinlondon #artandtechnology #artandculture #illusionart
Ad PR Invite✨Bubble Waffle✨.We visited @hans Ad PR Invite✨Bubble Waffle✨.We visited @hansandgretel.uk store inside @hamleys on the 1st floor @westfieldlondon for the best dessert experience ever! 😀.All their desserts look amazing! Very pretty and of course instagramable! 😉 They have yummy ice creams, sweets, waffles, chimney cakes, etc 🍭🍦🍬.We tried their bubble waffle with ice cream which was out of this world! 😋 Watch the video until the end to see it! .If you have a sweet tooth like us, then this is the place for you! 🙌🏻.Have you tried bubble waffles before?.PS: Happy New Year! Hope we all have a wonderful 2023! 🎉 #hansandgretel #bubblewaffle #bubblewaffles #desserttime #dessertlover #dessertgram #dessertoftheday #dessertlondon #londonfoodie #londonfood #londoneats #eatlondon #dessertsofinstagram #icecreamlover #thingstodoinlondon
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