Re, Cycle Me Set #Tactical Tuesdays

Hi everyone, This weeks   #TacticalTuesdays is going to be the last one for awhile.
After discussing with both Vicky and Jenny we've decided to take a much needed break from the linky.

 If you have not joined in with this linky or need a reminder the idea behind the linky is that you share with us your Tactical Parenting posts/hacks for the week. This can be crafts, recipes, meal plans, reviews, Days out, parenting posts etc. Both old and new posts are welcome in the link up all you have to do is grab the badge at the end of the post and the rules are also stated below too.

Please don't forget you can use the hashtag #TacticalTuesdays over on Facebook, twitter and Instagram)

This week I'm linking up with my post on the Re,Cycle, Me craft set that I was sent to review. It's a great way to encourage children to turn garbage into art and the set has enough to make 5 fun projects.

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Finance for freedom #TacticalTuesdays

Hi everyone it's time for #TacticalTuesdays
If you have not joined in with this linky or need a reminder the idea behind the linky is that you share with us your Tactical Parenting posts/hacks for the week. This can be crafts, recipes, meal plans, reviews, Days out, parenting posts etc. Both old and new posts are welcome in the link up all you have to do is grab the badge at the end of the post and the rules are also stated below too.

Please don't forget you can use the hashtag #TacticalTuesdays over on Facebook, twitter and Instagram) 

This week's featured post is by Bryony – Perfectly Imperfect Mama and her post Some meal ideas for kiddywinks!! I know quite a few of my readers would love this post as its filled with meal ideas and we sometimes need a bit of inspiration. 

This week I'm linking up with my post on the Finance For Freedom course I recently completed. Now it's not a parenting post as such however I feel that its important for everyone to have their finances in order and more so as a parent.

I'm looking forward to seeing all your posts again this week.

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Green Dragon Eco Farm | #TacticalTuesdays

Hi everyone it's time for #TacticalTuesdays. You may have noticed recently that Vicky hasn't been joining in. At the moment she is taking a break from blogging  due to expecting her second child in May. However the lovely Jenny from Rabbit ideas will be helping me out.

If you have not joined in with this linky or need a reminder the idea behind the linky is that you share with us your Tactical Parenting posts/hacks for the week. This can be crafts, recipes, meal plans, reviews, Days out, parenting posts etc. Both old and new posts are welcome in the link up all you have to do is grab the badge at the end of the post and the rules are also stated below too.

Please don't forget you can use the hashtag #TacticalTuesdays over on Facebook, twitter and Instagram) 

This week's featured post is by sensational learning with penguin on 5 Brilliant books for helping your child with Autism and SPD. With Blake going through tests at the moment for autisim and seeing more mentioned about it recently, I feel this post just had to be this week's featured post. 

 This week I'm linking up with my post on what we got up to at the Green Dragon Eco Farm yesterday. It's a great farm and fully recommended if you are ever in the area.




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A Wicked Uncle Review #TacticalTuesdays

Hi everyone it's time for #TacticalTuesdays. You may have noticed recently that Vicky hasn't been joining in. At the moment she is taking a break from blogging  due to expecting her second child in May. However the lovely Jenny from Rabbit ideas will be helping me out.

If you have not joined in with this linky or need a reminder the idea behind the linky is that you share with us your Tactical Parenting posts/hacks for the week. This can be crafts, recipes, meal plans, reviews, Days out, parenting posts etc. Both old and new posts are welcome in the link up all you have to do is grab the badge at the end of the post and the rules are also stated below too.

Please don't forget you can use the hashtag #TacticalTuesdays over on Facebook, twitter and Instagram) 

This week's featured post is by The Elephant Mum and her review of the Mehujehua which is a rigid plastic container which holds the juicebox and prevents involuntary (?) squeezing. This is such a great idea!

This week I'm linking up my Wicked Uncle review they offer a wide range of toys and we love our choices .




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Mess Free Play Foam #TacticalTuesdays

Hi everyone it's time for #TacticalTuesdays. You may have noticed recently that Vicky hasn't been joining in. At the moment she is taking a break from blogging  due to expecting her second child in May. However the lovely Jenny from Rabbit ideas will be helping me out.

If you have not joined in with this linky or need a reminder the idea behind the linky is that you share with us your Tactical Parenting posts/hacks for the week. This can be crafts, recipes, meal plans, reviews, Days out, parenting posts etc. Both old and new posts are welcome in the link up all you have to do is grab the badge at the end of the post and the rules are also stated below too.

Please don't forget you can use the hashtag #TacticalTuesdays over on Facebook, twitter and Instagram) 

This week's featured post is ladybird adventures post on Creating an art space for kids. I really love this idea as we love arts and crafts in ou home.

This week's post I'm sharing with you is all about Mess Free Play Foam




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LEAPFROG COUNT ALONG TIL REVIEW #TacticalTuesdays

Hi everyone it's time for #TacticalTuesdays. You may have noticed recently that Vicky hasn't been joining in. At the moment she is taking a break from blogging  due to expecting her second child in May. However the lovely Jenny from Rabbit ideas will be helping me out.

If you have not joined in with this linky or need a reminder the idea behind the linky is that you share with us your Tactical Parenting posts/hacks for the week. This can be crafts, recipes, meal plans, reviews, Days out, parenting posts etc. Both old and new posts are welcome in the link up all you have to do is grab the badge at the end of the post and the rules are also stated below too.

Please don't forget you can use the hashtag #TacticalTuesdays over on Facebook, twitter and Instagram) 

This week's featured post is by Mummy Wales with her post The Six Words Every Mother Needs To Hear. I love this beautiful and honest post.

My post this week is a review I wrote last year on the leapfrog count along til. Its still a favourite with Blake and so I wanted to share again with you guys as if you are looking for a new toy for your little one this is a great one to consider.



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Importance of getting children outdoors #Tactical Tuesdays

Hi everyone it's time for #TacticalTuesdays. You may have noticed recently that Vicky hasn't been joining in. At the moment she is taking a break from blogging  due to expecting her second child in May. However the lovely Jenny from Rabbit ideas will be helping me out.

If you have not joined in with this linky or need a reminder the idea behind the linky is that you share with us your Tactical Parenting posts/hacks for the week. This can be crafts, recipes, meal plans, reviews, Days out, parenting posts etc. Both old and new posts are welcome in the link up all you have to do is grab the badge at the end of the post and the rules are also stated below too.

Please don't forget you can use the hashtag #TacticalTuesdays over on Facebook, twitter and Instagram) 

This week's post from me is about the importance of  getting children outdoors.




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My Favourite Parenting Books (so far ) #TacticalTuesdays

Hi everyone it's time for #TacticalTuesdays again with Vicky and I.

If you have not joined in with this linky or need a reminder the idea behind the linky is that you share with us your Tactical Parenting posts/hacks for the week. This can be crafts, recipes, meal plans, reviews, Days out, parenting posts etc. Both old and new posts are welcome in the link up all you have to do is grab the badge at the end of the post and the rules are also stated below too.

I love reading about the honest side of parenting. It's not all cute children, fun activities and days out. It's poo explosions, tantrums, annoying tv programmes plus more. 

I like reading about others experiances as it makes me feel less alone and know that other parents all go through the same things. Such as dreaming of wine o clock and hiding out in the bathroom with door locked to gain a few minutes peace.  I'm also the mum that has hidden the fact I'm eating chocolate and cried as my son would just not listen to me for the hundredth time that day. 

So I wanted to share today with you some of my favourite parenting books so far that all feature the honest side of parenting with both the highs and lows. 

Hurrah For Gin by Katie Kirby 

Illustrated by hilarious stick men cartoons, Hurrah for Gin, based on the popular blog and Facebook account, is a book for imperfectly perfect parents about the funny stuff they don't tell you in parenting guides.

The Daily struggles of Archie Adams by Katie Kirby 

Sensationally bestselling Hurrah for Gin made delighted readers laugh and cry with its honest, emotional and hilarious account of parenting. In this wickedly funny follow up, one opinionated toddler gives his no-holds-barred account of family life.

Happy Mum, Happy Baby by Giovanna Fletcher 

A positive and uplifting book about what it is to be a mother and all things mum and baby by Celebrity Mum of the Year and phenomenally popular vlogger, author, TV presenter and actress Giovanna Fletcher.

The Unmumsy Mum

A brilliantly honest, hilarious and reassuring collection of the best lessons in motherhood, from the blogger you'll want to tell all your friends about, The Unmumsy Mum

The Unmumsy Mum Diary 

More hilarious honest musings on motherhood in diary form.

 Do you love reading these types of books? If so who is your favourite? Maybe it's one I've not mentioned.

This week's featured  post is from Mud cakes and wine, winter container flowers.  I love this post as this is a fun way to involve children in gardening.

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My fairy unicorn garden (Tactical Tuesdays )

Hi everyone it's time for #TacticalTuesdays again with Vicky and I.

If you have not joined in with this linky or need a reminder the idea behind the linky is that you share with us your Tactical Parenting posts/hacks for the week. This can be crafts, recipes, meal plans, reviews, Days out, parenting posts etc. Both old and new posts are welcome in the link up all you have to do is grab the badge at the end of the post and the rules are also stated below too.

This week's featured post is from The Elephant Mum, My cute little Arksie fox. I adore the Fox onsie and want one for Blake. I think its lovely to share different companies with others and I love the sound of the Finnish company Arksie.

My post this week is my review of the My Fairy Unicorn Garden. It's such a sweet set.  With the My Fairy Garden range, children can imagine, create, nurture and grow their own fairy garden. My Fairy Garden is a collectable range that encourages interaction with nature through play. The kits offer children a delightful experience of imaginative open-ended play whilst discovering the magic of growing real plants.




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