Keeping children entertained is a never ending task. If they are used to a school or nursery routine where most of their time is scheduled, a day of nothing stretching before them can seem daunting. It is just as daunting for parents. Here are some ideas for things to do in your garden, no matter … [Read more…]
Peppa Pig is still a big hit in our house and all three of them enjoy playing with the toys. When HTI Toys got in touch, I was very excited to give the children a Peppa Pig Medic Case and a Hamper Tea Set for them to review. We tried the Medic Case out first. … [Read more…]
Teas sets are an almost essential part of childhood. The endless options for imaginative play are incredible and are you really a parent if you haven’t pretended to drink from a tiny cup, asked for more milk and told them that it was the most delicious cup of tea you’ve ever tasted? The Peppa Pig … [Read more…]
I bought our tuff spot a few years ago and it has been one of the best things I have ever bought. I bought it with a stand and I usually use it for the children in the garden when the weather is fine. We have had sand, water, shaving foam-basically a whole host of … [Read more…]
Have you ever seen a product that was so original that you wish that either you had thought of it or that you had found it years ago? Both of these things went through my mind when I found out about The Field. Launched in 2015 by Padraic Cuddy, it was inspired by his then … [Read more…]
Horses have a very special place in our hearts. While I don’t ride myself (although it is on my 40 before 40 list), I would love for my children to and what better opportunity is there than living on a farm with a livery yard. My eldest is a bit frightened of them but George, … [Read more…]
What’s better than a new toy tractor? Why, a new toy tractor with a bale lifter, bales and a collection of animals. This Massey Ferguson Tractor Set is what my biggest boy was met with one morning when he came home from nursery. It’s a Massey, obviously. After all, if it ‘aint red, leave it … [Read more…]
As part of our BigJigs ambassadorship, we were recently sent a BigJigs Hay Barn to review. Part of the BigJigs rail range, the hay barn is a must for any little farm enthusiasts out there. After all, how else could the hay bales be stored in the loft? We love that G can watch daddy … [Read more…]
Living where we do, our children learn from a very young age that we need to be kind to animals. As soon as they can walk, I have encouraged my children to go and get our dog’s food out of the cupboard and stroke her gently. As they get older, we feed the farm animals … [Read more…]
