Create your own perfume with Project mc2 Perfume maker Since watching the programme I find it very refreshing seeing her take an interest in experimenting and seeing what she can create. I remember when…
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Just because your child is going to get their adult teeth, doesn’t mean that the baby teeth should get neglected. Brushing your teeth and gums are so important and will reduce the risk of gum disease, toothache, decay and cavities, smelly breath, staining, tooth loss and bleeding gums. Which no parent wants for their child or for themselves. If you dont have healthy gums then you wont have healthy strong teeth.
I feel very passionate about this issue especially as statistics show;
Fortunately, this can be prevented by practising good oral hygiene and cutting down on sugary treats which is one of the main causes.
We also use disclosure tablets which to those who dont know what they are, it is a colouring system tablet that your child can chew and then spit out, rinse mouth out with water and spit to reveal the old plaque (BLUE) and newer (RED) plaque on their teeth so you know which areas have been missed on previous brushing. I buy ours from Boots for £2.00, be careful though as they can stain clothes.
We also use these fun kids fun flossers by Dentek which are in a pack of 40, brightly coloured and easy to use. Flossing is great at removing food and plaque sitting on and at the sides of your teeth, Leo and Lydia loves using them.
Me and David use the adult Dentek floss picks which we love, flossing has never been soo easy for me. I had braces for 3 years and recently have had them removed and it feels so good to be able to floss and not have to thread it through my brackets, I also love seeing what comes off my teeth I find it so satisfying and my teeth feel much cleaner.
Myself and my 3 children all use a manual toothbrush’s, they all brush for 2 minutes in a circular motion across every tooth, front and back.
Dont forget your tongue!!
This is the main area where smelly breath comes from, it is covered in bacteria and shouldn’t be missed. We also gently brush the roof of our mouth’s, our gums and lips.
Once their hair is brushed and pyjamas are on, Lydia and Leo go back to the sink and rinse their mouths with mouthwash for kids 6years +. Now I know Lydia is 5 however she follows instructions and spits it out so we let her use it, we dont however let Milly use it as she would just swallow it.
Dentek also do fun toothbrush holders which Lydia loves to use. Every brush holder we have had previously has been rubbish and has broke within a week, this cute doggy is still going strong and completely covers the toothbrush.
***We received these products in return for an honest and open review ***
Project mc2 is a popular series on Netflix about a group of nerdy friends who use their love of science and spy skills to take on secret missions for NOV8 (innovate)As you can see, the spy bag is disguised as a normal pink strap bag with a heart lock. The bag and the strap are made from plastic, but it is not flimsy and would not break easily.
When you open the spy bag it folds out and looks like a cupboard with lots of storage draws at the bottom and the gadgets all have their own slot.
Inside the bag is
I don’t think Lydia believed me when I told her it was top secret “make-up “until she took the gadgets out to inspect them closely. The first thing she chose to do was the fingerprint kit. To start with ,we tried it out on my phone screen. She first found the fingerprint with the magnifying glass, she then took her dusting powder out to shake a little bit on to the phone screen and then used the perfume air blower to blow excess powder away to reveal the fingerprint. Lastly we stuck clear tape over the print to lift it off and stick on the fingerprint card.
Next she wanted to make Adrienne Attoms distraction bomb, which was really easy to do. We used a test tube, but you can also use a flask. Inside the bag there is a spy book with 3 little recipes, the ingredients of which you would have in the cupboard, eg; vinegar, food colouring, baking soda, glitter and an effervescent tablet. She was so excited to see it slowly fizzing upwards towards the top and the look of pure joy and amazement on her face was incredible.
Next we had a play with the lipstick which is also a secret message launcher. Lydia likes to shoot pictures in the messages to her sister Emily, but as Emily cannot read yet she brings the secrets notes to me. Its a soft shoot, so it would not hurt anyone if accidentally shot at someone.
There is also a flash light which is disguised as a bottle of nail varnish so she can spy in darker places.
The spy bag, which retails for £39.99 from all good toy stores, it is aimed at 6years+ It also encourages S.T.E.A.M. ( Science, Tech, Engineering, Art, Maths) which means Lydia is learning whilst she is playing.
**I received the project mc2 ultimate spy bag in return for an honest review***
Making the children’s packed lunch every day can be soo boring, they either come back at the end of the day with most of the contents half eaten or with food still in its packaging/wrapper. It can also get very boring for your child opening up their lunch bag to more or less the same thing, so why not make it exciting for them with a Yum box.
The Yumbox Classic
What is it: A 6-compartment Yumbox; perfect for young children (toddlers up to roughly age 8).
Layout: It has five main food wells which can each accommodate ½ cup servings. Each well is labelled with the 5 food groups (vegetable, grains, fruit, dairy and protein) that make up a balanced meal for a young child.
What does it offer: It offers variety and promotes healthy eating habits. Yumbox is perfect for picky eaters. Pack small portions of your child’s favourite foods, or bite size pieces of sandwiches.
Its compact size and illustrated tray makes every lunch an adventure in good nutrition.
Who is it designed for: The Yumbox Classic was designed to assist parents in presenting a healthy meal with a variety of foods to create a balanced meal. You may use less food for a toddler or fill each well for an older child.
How much is it? RRP £24.95
How big is it? The box (with its removable tray inside) measures 22cm x 15cm x 5cm and weighs 490g
Is it leakproof? Yes – all of the Yumbox range feature a single, leakproof, lid
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Now I know your thinking how expensive it is for a lunch box. However I can honestly say it’s worth every penny, Emily and Lydia always bring it home empty and they are great for days out too.
If you wanted to jazz their lunches up even more, you can buy accessories like a carry case, extra trays, Lunch punches, plastic kebab skewers for fruit and then just let your imagination run wild.
This is what ours look like
As you can see from my photo’s, these are some of the lunches I have made for the girls, they look forward to seeing whats inside when it’s lunchtime. I also make them fun by adding little edible eyes.
I am looking forward to experimenting more with our Yumbox and would 100% reccomend it to parents/carers with young children.
*I received one Yumbox in return for an honest and open review, all opinions are my own.***
Roco Clothing offers a huge variety of children’s high quality, affordable formal wear and accessories to suit all occasions. Weddings, christenings, proms, communions and parties.
The majority of the time when I buy dresses for the girls I would chose pink, but lately I am actually steering away and going for pastel colours. I still love pink, but as my girls are now getting older, I just feel that I should really experiment with other colours on them.
After browsing through their website I decided to go for the floor length, mint colour halter neck Phillipa dress and gold orchid shoes by Paisley of London for Lydia. When it arrived, oh my word, it was even more beautiful in real life. As you can see from the photos, the detail in it is stunning and everything about it screams elegance. The shoes have a small block heel and beautiful flower detail on the front.
For Emily I chose the blue pleated Elsa dress and white bloom shoes by Paisley of London.
Emily would usually turn her nose up at the colour blue, because pink is her favourite colour however, she LOVES this dress and said she feels like a princess wearing it. It really brings out her piercing bright blue eyes as well. The design is beautiful, with a bow on the back of the dress that opens and closes with a popper button. The shoes are beautiful and look so cute on her; they are her new favourites.
For Leo we chose a 5 piece grey formal suit that came in its own dress bag. The quality again was second to none.
**Photo is from their website**
I am so impressed by the quality of these garments. Both dresses and the suit have a good weight to them and you can see and feel just how good the quality is. They all come with protective bags and shoe boxes, so they can be stored nicely when not being worn. This to me shows how much they care about their clothes.
I can thoroughly reccomend this company so if you are looking for high quality children’s suits, dresses and accessories that dont break the bank, then you absolutley must check out their website.
*** I was sent these items in return for an honest review, all views are of my own***
