When I became a mum I changed. Parts of me (both physically and emotionally) changed forever. One part of me which changed dramatically was my dress sense and it wasn’t for the want of trying. The amount of money I spent on clothing was immense. No matter how much I spent on clothes, I just…
Do kids tell the best stories? Story telling with Pizza Express
Recently, we visited Pizza Express at the Corn exchange in Manchester for a story telling masterclass. We arrived late, after some bright spark decided to close Mancuian way so we missed chapter 1 but thanks to the wonderful teacher we soon caught up. Plus with the handy Moana poster giving away the ACTUAL secrets of…
I’m a Johnson’s Baby Ambassador this year, this is why and this is what I’ve learned so far
We Love Johnson’s baby in the Freckle house and so I am very proud to announce that I’m working with Johnson’s Baby this year! They have been pursuing the highest standards of baby skincare for over 125 years, with safety and product formulation at the heart. We feel privileged to be working with them and…
When should you stop carrying your child?
Parenting is hard. But the judgement that comes with it is harder. You all know that I am a great advocate for speaking your mind, but be it judgement free. There is a balance don’t you think? More recently I have had a few comments (from extended family I must add) which has got that…
Peppa Pigs adventures
Every mother and father out there will know the joys of Peppa Pig. Her mischievous little piggy ways have a lot to answer for, from the notorious encouragement of jumping in muddy puddles to the wonderful relationship she has with her mummy pig. We recently visited the Palace theatre in Manchester to watch the full…
When Flo asked for a baby brother: Baby Annabel brother interactive doll
There comes a time where you may feel that it’s time to try for another baby, a time where you feel that longing to add another child. We have not reached that point. Apparently though, Flo has decided that she now wants a baby brother and although Mike and I have protested, she is addimant…
Joe Browns Transitional style from winter to spring
Recently the weather is as confused as my body clock, its all over the place! Between warm sunny mornings and frozen fresh snow my wardrobe choices are a daily challenge. When it comes to fashion, mums are usually the last people to think about what they are wearing. Usually the kids are first and priority,…
The best advice I have ever recieved: From one mother to another
Yes, to give advice is clearly one of the greatest pleasures in life, so why, then, do so few people ask for it and an even fewer number actually take it? I have a few ideas as to why…. We can all recognise the wisdom in really good advice but when we are hunched, sobbing…
The Reality of Holidaying with two young Kids: How to keep energetic kids entertained with Marc Warner
This year, is the year of yes for the Freckle family. This year we will be showing you the reality of holidaying with two young kids. Two young, energetic freckles who as you all know are full of beans from the moment they wake up to the moment the go to sleep! For the past…
Babies are just Pandas in disguise: How to keep them out of the kitchen
Without baby proofing the house, it’s like leaving a panda in the kitchen. It will get into every single place you don’t want them to and leave a chaotic trail of destruction behind it. Pandas don’t care what they eat, where they get it from or how. They will climb into the cupboards, eat all…