Exciting announcement Disney on ice presents The Magical Ice Festival

Disney on Ice Presents Magical Ice Festival 2015 featuring Elsa and Anna from the number 1 animated film of all time, Disney Frozen

I was recently told about the new exciting  Disney on ice tour taking place in 2015.

The one and only Frozen is joining the Disney on Ice family along with many more much loved characters from The Little Mermaid, Tangled and Beauty and the Beast.

The show will be hitting the UK shores next spring and will be a must see event !

This is set to be the biggest Disney on Ice Tour ever and Tickets go on sale Friday 7th November. 

Get ready to enter a world of enchantment as Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse bring the most magical moments from across the Disney kingdom to The UK, in Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival. 

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse guide fans through a winsome wonderland where they encounter Sebastian and the Daughters of Triton from Disney’s The Little Mermaid, the rowdy pub thugs from Disney’s Tangled and the. loyal enchanted servants from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

Plus, enjoy a special appearance by Anna and Elsa from Disney’s Frozen! Audiences will journey up the North Mountains with the hilarious snowman Olaf, rugged mountain-man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven as they help the sisters along the way in a story full of action, adventure, magic and unforgettable characters.

Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival is appearing across the UK from 11th March - 17th May 2015 in Aberdeen, Liverpool, Glasgow, Birmingham, London, Cardiff, Nottingham and Leeds. Click here for ticket details and show times.
Tickets available from 7th November 2014

Disney on ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic

 

Disney on Ice Celebrates 100 of years of Magic is COMING TO THE UK

 

Were off to see Disney on Ice:

 

This One of a Kind skating spectacular features more than 60 lovable

Disney character

 

Having wowed audiences all over the world in Disney On Ice

Celebrates 100 Years of Magic, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and their friends from Disney’s Mulan, The Lion King and

Pinocchio, and Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo, The Incredibles and Toy Story, will be bringing the on-ice spectacular to the UK this autumn and winter!

 

Produced by Feld Entertainment, this fanfare production features more than 60 unforgettable Disney stars that span the decades, a sing-along score of award-winning Disney music,

stunning choreography, elaborate sets and beautiful costumes.

With Mickey and Minnie leading the fun, the show includes breathtaking skating numbers, devised by an award-winning

choreographer who created the skating segment for the Opening Ceremonies of the 2002 Winter Olympics.

 

Complementing the fabulous skate sequences are countless memorable Disney musical classics, such as “A Whole New

World”, “Beauty and the Beast” and “Can You Feel the Love

Tonight”, which bring everyone’s favourite memories of Disney to life on ice.

 

Outfitting this cast was a huge challenge for the show’s costume designer with dazzling designs ranging from Mickey’s Marching

Band, to the “It’s a Small World” dolls, to the stars of Mulan and

Finding Nemo. Bright colors and minimal structure in the

Finding Nemo costumes allow the characters to move freely to mimic the natural movement in water, while a red sequined evening gown worn by Minnie is the star of the show!

 

Tickets are available now – booking fees apply

To discover more about Disney On Ice, log on to www.disneyonice.co.uk, or visit us on Facebook and YouTube.

Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic eye-opening facts and figures:
Hours it takes to set up the production – 10 -14
Hours it takes to tear down the production – 3 – 4
Full time crew members who travel with the production – 5
Number of countries represented by the cast - 10
Number of male performers in the production – 23
Number of female performers in the production – 24
Number of yards of fabric used to make the costumes – 1,300
Number of costumes in the show – 160
Number of different paint colours used on the props – 102 Weight of set – 8 tons

 

Lansinoh launches pump-store-feed solution to help mums breastfeed for longer

Lansinoh launches pump-store-feed solution to help mums breastfeed for longer

- Now available exclusively at Mothercare

 

With over 30 years of experience supporting breastfeeding mothers, Lansinoh® has just added a new evidence-based solution to its award winning product range of beloved classics such as HPA Lanolin, Disposable Nursing Pads and Breastmilk Storage Bags. In line with the company’s commitment to helping mums and babies enjoy the benefits of breastfeeding for longer, the fully compatible ‘pump-store-feed’ solution was developed for those times when today’s busy lifestyle keeps mum temporarily apart from baby, due to work or other social circumstances.

 

The new product range includes a complete line of high quality Manual and Electric Breast Pumps which enable mums to express their breast milk quickly and easily, directly into bottles which can be safely stored in the fridge or freezer for whenever needed. With the clinically proven NaturalWaveTM^TM  Bottle&Teat, babies can enjoy mum’s precious breast milk even when mum is away and return to the breast when mum is back. Based on extensive research[i], the NaturalWaveTM^TM Bottle &Teat helps maintain established breastfeeding patterns, so that mums can switch between breast and bottle with ease and confidence.

Katie Hilton, Health Professional Associate at Lansinoh® and qualified heath visitor, midwife and nurse, explains: “Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first six months of baby’s life with continued breastfeeding along with appropriate complementary foods up to two years. Families sometimes find this challenging and as a result, as many as 63% of mums who stopped breastfeeding said they would have liked to have breastfed for longer according to the Infant Feeding Survey conducted in 2010 on behalf of the Health and Social Care Information Centre. At Lansinoh®, we understand mums sometimes need a little help, support and flexibility, hence we have created a pump-store-feed solution that mums can rely on to achieve their breastfeeding goals.”

 

Katie Hilton, Health Professional Associate at Lansinoh® and qualified heath visitor, midwife and nurse, explains: “Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first six months of baby’s life with continued breastfeeding along with appropriate complementary foods up to two years. Families sometimes find this challenging and as a result, as many as 63% of mums who stopped breastfeeding said they would have liked to have breastfed for longer according to the Infant Feeding Survey conducted in 2010 on behalf of the Health and Social Care Information Centre. At Lansinoh®, we understand mums sometimes need a little help, support and flexibility, hence we have created a pump-store-feed solution that mums can rely on to achieve their breastfeeding goals.”

 

Available exclusively in Mothercare stores and online at www.mothercare.com, Lansinoh®’s BPA and BPS free pump-store-feed solution includes:

PUMP:

 

Lansinoh® Manual Breast Pump

 

The Lansinoh® Manual Breast Pump has been developed with simplicity and convenience in mind and is ideal for occasional expression. Quiet, compact and lightweight it offers a discreet and efficient pumping experience. Featuring both Let-down and Expression phases, which can be easily selected using a simple switch at the top of the Easy-Express Handle, the pump simulates baby’s natural sucking pattern for an improved milk flow.  For a comfortable pumping experience, the Lansinoh® Manual Breast Pump comes with 2 ComfortFit^TM cushion sizes, ensuring a secure seal for good suction.

 

Lansinoh® Single Electric Breast Pump

 

Designed to help mums express more milk in less time, the Lansinoh® 2in1 Breast Pump offers comfortable, flexible and effective breastfeeding support. Packed with features that adapt to mum’s individual needs, the 2in1 Electric Pump offers a choice between single and double electric pump functionality. The Lansinoh® 2in1 Breast Pump has two phases which mimic baby’s natural feeding pattern; the let-down phase to initiate milk flow and the expression phase to maximise flow, along with three customisable pumping styles to allow mums to find the style that works best for them. Quiet and portable, the compact Lansinoh® 2in1 is simple to use featuring a large, informative LCD screen suitable to use under low light conditions. Easy to assemble and clean, it can be operated using mains or battery for effective use at home or on the go.

All 3 Lansinoh® Breast Pumps come with sealing disks, allowing mums to store their breast milk in the same bottle they have expressed, as well as with NaturalWaveTM^TM Teats enabling dad or the caregiver to feed baby mum’s expressed breast milk.

STORE:

 

Lansinoh® Breastmilk Storage Bags (available at Mothercare, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, John Lewis, Superdrug, Mamas & Papas, Kiddicare, amazon.co.uk and other retailers)

Created to provide an easy and efficient solution to mum’s breast milk storage needs, the storage bags are made of pre-sterilised food-safe polyethylene and come with a double zipper seal to make storing milk simple and secure. They’re designed for both the freezer and fridge and feature a useful write on tab, allowing mum to note both the date and volume of milk in each bag.

 

 

Lansinoh® Breastmilk Storage Bottles

The wide neck bottles fit all Lansinoh® Breast Pumps and NaturalWaveTMTM Teats offering a ‘one bottle solution’ to pump, store and feed. The silicone sealing disks prevent the storage bottles from leaking.

 

FEED:

Lansinoh® mOmma NaturalWaveTM^TM Botle & Teat

The NaturalWaveTM^TM Bottle & Teat is ideal for breastfeeding mothers who occasionally have to be apart from their baby and express so that their precious breastmilk is always on hand when baby needs it. It enables mums to switch easily between breast and bottle and maintain their established breastfeeding patterns.

Based on extensive researchⁱ, the NaturalWaveTM^TM Teat is clinically proven to encourage baby’s instinctive sucking action and specifically their ‘wave-like’ tongue movement for natural oral development.

With a wide base, the NaturalWaveTM^TM Teat encourages a wider latch-on, similar to the baby’s natural latch. Super soft and flexible for optimal compression, this 100% silicone teat enables baby’s smooth ‘wave-like’ tongue movement.

It has a gradual slope and textured base for improved suction and its structure is strengthened with innovative inner vertical ridges to make it collapse resistant so that baby can enjoy a comfortable feed.

For peace of mind, AVS^TM Air Ventilation System reduces intake of air, a potential cause of colic. To meet baby’s changing needs, the one piece, hassle-free NaturalWaveTM^TM Teats are available in slow, medium and fast flows.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Comfort is proud to introduce a new, luxurious range of fabric conditioners

 

 

 

Fine fragrance fabric conditioners hit the laundry aisle!

 

 

 

Introducing new and exciting Comfort Creations – a range of unique fabric conditioners blended by perfume experts

 

 

June 2014: Comfort is proud to introduce a new, luxurious range of fabric conditioners, uniquely blended by perfume experts – Comfort Creations. Working with top international perfume houses Firmenich and  International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), Comfort has developed a range of sophisticated and unique fabric conditioner scents, ideal for adding that extra touch of luxury and long-lasting fragrance to your laundry.

 

Honeysuckle & Sandalwood

A unique oriental creation which opens with a radiant top of citrus notes and frangipani before unveiling a rich and elegant floral heart of white flowers. Fruity facets combined with a mouth-watering blend of vanilla, brown sugar and amber provide an addictive signature.

 

Indian Rose & Musk

With top notes of citrus, peach, apple, pear and a woody background of sandalwood, patchouli, musk, balsamic and vanilla, the fragrance has been expertly blended around a natural rose accord for an extra sensorial and romantic experience.

 

Snapdragon & Patchouli*

A very sensual and sophisticated white floral signature fragrance with top notes of bergamot, mandarin and apple, Snapdragon and Patchouli is sure to give you an uplifting boost.

 

Each blend has been expertly developed by fragrance specialists and includes cutting edge technology to give a fragrance boost and 100% more longer lasting fragrance**.

 

Michelle Kimber, Brand Manager, Comfort says: “We are very excited to offer shoppers a fabric conditioner which has been blended by top international perfume experts. Each variant has an intriguing and fabulous fragrance twist, guaranteed to evoke your senses and leave your clothes smelling incredible.”

 

I was kindly sent Snapdragon and Patchouli one of Comforts New fabric softeners from the luxurious range and I must say it smells lush. I am forever going around supermarkets opening the bottles and taking a quick sniff to see how nice they smell before choosing which one I would like to buy as ive noticed the stronger it smells the longer the freshness will last on my laundry. I really do love a lot of Comforts fabric softeners they all smell so nice and leave our clothes feeling really soft but Comforts new luxurious range are now top of my softeners as the fragrance last so much longer than any others I have used . I have recommend Comfort to both my family and friends as they all asked me what my new perfume was that I was wearing.

 

 

Comfort Creations has an RRP £3.30 for 1.16L bottles (33 washes) and is available from all major supermarkets from May 2014. 

 

 

 

Barbie and The Secret Door Singing Academy at Razzamataz schools across the UK

 

LEARN TO SING LIKE PRINCESS ALEXA WITH RAZZAMATAZ AT THE

BARBIE™ AND THE SECRET DOOR SINGING ACADEMY THIS SUMMER

 

What: The Barbie™ Singing Academy is a free singing workshop for children aged 3 – 8

When:  30^th August 2014 (9am – 12pm / 1pm – 4pm depending on location)

Where: 27 Razzamataz schools across the UK*

Tickets: Register for a free place here: www.razzamataz.co.uk/barbie-and-the-secret-door

 

To celebrate the DVD release of Barbie™ and The Secret Door on the 1^st September 2014, Universal Pictures (UK) and Razzamataz have teamed up this summer to launch the limited edition Barbie™ Singing Academy across the UK. 

The limited edition workshops are taking place at 27 participating Razzamataz schools* up and down the country on Saturday 30^th August 2014. The Academy is open to children aged 3 – 8 and is designed to help them discover the magic of singing as they learn how to develop their voice and perform songs from the new film. The workshop will end with a special performance to parents and guardians, as children show off their newly discovered singing skills.

 

Don’t miss the musical adventure of Barbie™ and The Secret Door, available on DVD from 1^st September 2014. To find out more or to book a space at The Barbie™ Singing Academy, please visit: http://www.razzamataz.co.uk/barbie-and-the-secret-door

 

Razzamataz is one of the fastest growing part-time theatre schools in the UK, offering a wide range of performing arts styles including current trends that are accessible to children and teenagers from ages 2 - 18. To find out more visit www.razzamataz.co.uk 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Barbie and the secret door DvD #Review

DISCOVER THE ULTIMATE FAIRYTALE MUSICAL!™ ADVENTURE WITH BARBIE™ AND THE SECRET DOOR

AVAILABLE ON DVD FROM 1^ST SEPTEMBER 2014

Includes Barbie™ Song Book

 

Experience magic and music this September with The Ultimate Fairytale Musical!™, Barbie™ and The Secret Door, released on DVD from 1^st September 2014.

Barbie™ stars as Alexa, a shy princess who discovers a secret door in her kingdom and enters a whimsical land filled with magical creatures and surprises. Inside, Alexa meets Romy and Nori, a mermaid and a fairy, who explains that a spoiled ruler named Malucia is trying to take all the magic in the land. To her surprise, Alexa has magical powers in this world, and her new friends are certain that only she can restore their magic. Discover what happens when Alexa finds the courage to stand up for what’s right and learns that the power of friendship is far more precious than magic.

Featuring seven new songs, this enchanted musical is set to have little ones singing along as they can follow the in-pack song book and join Alexa on her magical, musical journey.

Barbie and the secret door is one of our top fairy tales this year its so full of life, colour and happiness. When I sat down with my daughters Davina and Michaela to watch it I have to say I could watch it over and over again its magical.

Both my girls and I love Barbie Alexa and how she saves all her friends from the mean and spoilt Malucia who steals all their magic. Davina and Michaela have watched it so many times they now know all the words and sing along with Alexa when she sings her magic song. Barbie and the secret door is such a beautiful fairy tale which leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy inside, I felt myself smiling all the way through.

 

We give Barbie and the secret door 5/5

 

 

Milton's hygiene range #Review

 

 

Milton

 

 

I'm a Mum who loves Milton I have used it for many years now due to the fact of having three children and hygiene being one of my main priorities. Milton kills 99.9% of germs and is perfect for parents to keep their children and home germ free. I love the smell of the Milton antibacterial spray it leaves my kitchen smelling clean and fresh and is bleach free. The Antibacterial wipes come in handy when i just want to quickly wipe over the surfaces before preparing food, they can be used on a variety of surfaces around the house. I carry the Milton hand gel on me when out and about for both myself and my children as you never know when your going to need it.

 

Antibacterial Hand Gel

• Ideal for when you are looking after your baby (before and after feeding, nappy change)
• Ideal on the go (public places, transport, restaurants)
• Ideal for use during infection epidemics, to reduce the risk of spreading infection 
• Kills 99.9% of germs in seconds
• Leaves hands feeling fresh and clean
• Non sticky
• Dries quickly
• With an added moisturising agent to protect the skin
• Gentle, and pleasant fragrance

Antibacterial Surface Spray

Ideal to disinfect all surfaces in the home: highchair, work tops, bathroom, potty and baby’s bath

3 in 1 : cleans, disinfects and freshens

Kills 99.9% of germs including bacteria and fungi

Leaves a lovely, clean and fresh fragrance

Bleach-free and alcohol free

Antibacterial Surface Wipes

Ideal for travel and quick clean-s ups at home or on the move with baby

Use for highchair, toys, changing mat, potty, baby’s bath, kitchen work tops, door handles, public facilities, at work, restaurants, telephone, toilets

Kills 99.9% of germs including bacterial and fungi

100% biodegradable tissue of natural origin

Fragrance free

No need to rinse

Dries quickly

Leaves no trace

New Cadbury Eclairs Velvets #Review

 

Last week I wrote a post to let all my lovely readers know that Cadbury will be introducing some new Velvet Éclairs to their Chocolate Éclairs collection.

My son Callum and I are huge Éclair lovers but I have now taken a liking to the new velvet Eclairs more where as Callum is still fond of the Original ones.
One thing I like about the Cadbury Éclair Velvets is that they are not as hard to bite in to and dont get stuck to my teeth as much as the first chocolate Éclairs. Cadbury Éclair velvets have a scrumptious smooth caramel coated with delicious Cadburys milk chocolate with a hidden chocolate centre they really are just mouth watering.

I really have fell in love with Cadbury Éclair Velvets they have both my favourites caramel and chocolate so I give them 5/5
 

Introducing the New Cadbury Eclairs Velvets

EXPERIENCE THE SOFTER SIDE OF CANDY WITH NEW CADBURY ECLAIRS VELVETS

 

 Cadbury introduces the NEW Cadbury Eclairs Velvets, a delicate, softer take on the much-loved classic. Cadbury Eclairs Velvets is the perfect way to indulge your softer side and add a little taste of luxury at any time of the day.

Cadbury Eclairs Velvets is a scrumptious, luxurious candy that boasts a soft caramel hiding a chocolatey centre, enrobed in delicious Cadbury milk chocolate. These bite-sized delights will take you on a multi-sensorial journey as the flavours combine to create a devilishly divine, melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Whether you’re after a little indulgence to share with friends or simply looking to treat yourself, this enticingly smooth grown-up sweet will enrich your life with an unexpected softness. Perhaps you’ve always thought of caramels as harder sweets best savoured over time, but the exquisite softness of Cadbury Eclairs Velvets makes them the ideal sweet treat to enjoy on the move or in a precious free moment.      

“Cadbury Eclairs are a beloved treat and now with the introduction of Cadbury Eclairs Velvets, you can enjoy a soft, sensual taste sensation for those moments when you really want to treat yourself,” said Kaitlin Williams, Candy Brand Manager at Mondel?z International. “Cadbury Eclairs Velvets is the perfect delicacy to enjoy whether you want to step away from the mayhem of the office or you’ve found a few minutes spare in your social calendar.”

 

Now available from all major retailers, new Cadbury Eclairs Velvets are priced at ?1.99 for a 151g bag of tempting treats.

 

 

Lifes been a busy one !

 

 

 

Over the past few months life really has been a busy one for me and my three wonderful children having finally moved into our new house in July 2013 its been a long and bumpy ride for myself and my children. Having waited 10 years to move on and make a fresh new start away from our old two bedroom flat we use to call our home. We had so many good but also some bad memories there, so when we got our new house we couldn't wait to pack and move all our stuff into our new home. I have to admit life really couldn't be better yes there has been times the children have missed their old friends and wanted to go back but over the past months they have adjusted really well to their new surroundings. For the first few months they travelled a 45 minute journey back and fourth to their old school having lost appeal to move to a closer school, but I didn't give up till Callum and Michaela were finally moved to the school I went to as a child. They both settled in really well and made lots of new friends straight away.

 

Michaela also received an award for settling in really well which was such a lovely surprise it made her feel more welcome and had the biggest smile on her face.

 

Im so proud of both my children for the effort they have made to settle into a new school having had so many great friends at their old school they have had to leave behind also for getting up at 6am every morning and travelling that 45minutes to school and back by bus. I have noticed moving can have a big effect on children both mentally and physically I did notice a big change in mine but things are getting better. 

 

I've been so busy focusing on my children and getting them in to a whole knew routine and working on the house ive neglected my blog but im back now and looking forward to posting lots of new reviews competitions and also keeping you up to date on how my little ones are getting on.

 

 

Give your mum the treat she deserves, give Guylian this Mother’s Day

 

  

 

Ensure that your mum knows how much you love and appreciate her this Mother’s Day by treating her to a box of beautifully presented, mouth-watering chocolates from Guylian, the world’s favourite Belgian chocolatier. 

 

Guylian Praline Sea Shells 

Guylian’s signature Sea Shell chocolates are a real classic. Made using only the finest, hand selected Mediterranean hazelnuts, which are roasted and caramelised to perfection before being blended with premium Belgian chocolate; a box of these is certain to win you brownie points this Mother’s Day. Guylian Praline Sea Shells are available in a 250g box (RRP £3.99)

 

 

Guylian Belgian chocolate sea horses

 

A fresh take on our signature Sea Shells, these delectable praline filled Sea Horse shaped chocolates are available in indulgent 374g boxes (RRP: £9.99)  

 

These Guylian chocolates really are a perfect Mothers day gift not only do they taste so good they look the part too, they come in a beautifully presented box with a picture of a ribbon on one of the corner's and clearly written writing in gold. Each chocolate is beautifully sculpted and well presented you really do get what you pay for.

 

If your like me a love praline chocolates you will definitely love these not only do they look great they taste great too each box we tried had to different shades one dark and one white I couldn't really tell if there was any difference in the chocolates praline centre or if it was just the coating that was a little different on them the dark ones seemed to have a thicker coating to the lighter ones but they all still tasted delicious, I shared them with my children who also loved them.

 

We give Guylian Mothers day gift box chocolate 5/5

for excellent quality, beautifully sculptured and well presented and definitely a good value for your money.

 

 

 

 

 Guylian chocolates are available from all major supermarkets and selected independent stores nationwide and the Guylian web shop www.guylianshop.co.uk.