Bomb Cosmetics Christmas Cracker

I love being able to pamper myself and have a good relaxing bath. 

I love lush but find them a little too expensive these days which is why I am now a huge

fan of Bomb Cosmetics.

The berry bath bomb gift pack is a cracker of a gift and perfect for bath lovers like me. 

The festive pink Christmas crackers contain fragrant berry scented bath bombs - a wonderful christmas treat for a good long soak.

The pack contains:

Fresh Berry Blaster

It's Xmas Blaster

Cherry Bathewell Blaster

Designed and shaped to look like delicious looking cupcakes and Christmas desserts its a shame to throw them in the bath. 

That is until you smell their berry goodness. 

I have enjoyed using this set which was an ideal pamper experience which has helped me to relax ready for when little one arrives. 

What's In My Hospital Bag

With my due date getting closer and closer I have decided to share with you what I have packed in my hospital bag. 

I have had my hospital bag packed since I was 36 weeks, since this was recommended 

to me by a few people including my midwife. 

I looked through a lot of blogs and helpful lists that I have found to make sure I have everything I feel we will need. 

For Mummy

Here is what I have packed for myself, I chose to use a small suitcase as originally my items were taking up two

bags so I thought it would be much better as a small suitcase has more room plus it's on wheels. 

From top left: 

1. Breast pads and nipple cream 

I have packed some Nuby Breast Pads and a tube of Boots nipple cream

2. 1 x  Nighty from Peacocks and x1 old top both are for labor I'll see which 

I feel more comfy in. 

3. x2 nursing bras from M&S 

4. cheap comfy slippers from Primark 

5. Pj's my mum brought me a set of Amazon which is a breastfeeding vest, mini dressing gown to keep warm and under the bump pj bottoms. 

6. Lightweight dressing gown which is longer than the one that came in the pj set just

 in case

7. Towel and flannel was told its best to pack them 

8. Going home outfit

I have packed some comfy leggings and a nursing top but also a loose fitting top as a spare 

9. Socks I have packed a thick pair for when I am in labor as well as x2 pairs of my normal socks

10. Knickers

11. Ok so the nappies are obviously for baby but i couldn't fit them in the bag I am 

using. I have chosen Aldi size one nappies. 

12.  Maternity Pads

13. Make up bag which fits : 

-  hair bands

- hair brush 

- cleansing wipes

- foundation

- mascara

- lip balm 

- toothbrush and toothpaste

- hand gel 

and my little bag of shampoo, shower gel and moisturizer. 

14. Deodorant 

15. Charger

16. Baby record book (health visitor told me I need to pack this) 

17. Go ahead bars and Isotonic drinks 

For Baby 

I am using my bag from Pink Lining for putting baby's little bits and bobs in and am

surprised how much I could fit in there. 

1. Hat and mittens

2. x4 vests: x2 in newborn and x2 in 0-3 months 

3. Cotton wool pads and wipes 

4. Blanket 

5. snowsuit 

6. x4 sleep suits: x2 in newborn and x2 in 0-3 months

7. x2 bibs 

8. x2 Dummies. 

Things to grab:

- Medication 

- Maternity Notes

- Camera 

- Spare clothes for Stuart 

and my mum will be bringing the car seat as she is also being my labor companion. 

Hopefully we  have got everything that is needed. 

ClaireaBella Jute Bag

The lovely people from Toxic Fox contacted me to tell me about their range of gifts for Christmas. 

ClaireaBella is one of the ranges that Toxic Fox sell and ClaireaBella has such a lovely range of items to choose from. 

The ClaireaBella range of products include: 

- The Best Selling Jute bags

- make up bags

- mugs

- wine glasses

- cushions

- stationary  

-accessories

and more

I was sent the popular and best selling Large Jute Bag. 

The Jute bag is made to order by a ClaireaBella artist here in the UK, with stunning glitter and sparkles making them a unique gift. 

They are loved my celebs and eco friendly where you can create your own personalized character.

When personalizing your character you choose: 

- Name

- Hair style

- Hair color

- Outfit

- Eye color

and 

-Skin tone.

I chose to have a bag for me with a fab short hair style that looks 

a little similar to mine and similar to my hair color too.

The outfit I chose was the pregnancy one which is appropriate to me since I 

am having my little one this month.

I like that you are able to choose the skin tone as I am very pale. 

The only downside is I would have loved to have been able to choose if my character had glasses or not.

Since I wear glasses myself it would have been fab to have been able to have had that choice. 

I overall do love how the bag has turned out and am using it as part of my hospital bag since I am able to fit a good amount of things inside ( drinks, snacks, make up) 

What do you think of my Jute bag and the ClaireaBella range?

For my readers I have been lucky enough to offer you 10% off your order

at Toxic Fox with code: TFBlog

Aldi Christmas Gifts

You are probably aware by now that I love Aldi especially when it comes to their special buys.

I was recently sent a selection of items from their Christmas Special buys that came out from the 16th of November. 

All items are subject to availability while stocks last.

First of all we have the men's pyjamas which you would have seen over on my Christmas Gift Guide For Him.

The pjs are ideal for the cold nights ahead and look warm and toasty as well as good quality.

Next we have the 5W LED Torch which was also mentioned in my Christmas for him gift guide.

The LED Torch has: 

- Min of 50,000 hours of LED lifetime 

- Continuous zoom 

- brightness levels and SOS function

- 5 Watt Cree LED

and is shock resistant and weatherproof.

Stuart has already had fun play around with this and its a great gift that will come in handy especially if 

you love to go camping.

I was also sent this wheat colored snood which looks very snug and warm and makes

a fab gift for someone who is tricky to buy for or for your best friend, mother, sister, other female in

your life.

Next up is this lovely soft and snuggly onesie with pink and brown leopard print. 

They have sent me this in my pre-pregnancy size so this will definitely give me motivation to loose the baby weight by next Christmas. 

Last of all we have these pink, fluffy and toasty warm slipper boots.

I love the pattern and the color is fab too making them a great for keeping my 

feet lovely and warm this winter. 

My other slippers were on the way out so these arrived in good time.

I have shared this photo over on Instagram which I know someone said that they look as though 

they are on the wrong feet. I can assure you they aren't and hubby recons it looks like that because I have wonky feet erm thanks for that Stuart. 

38 Weeks Pregnant

Nothing really interesting has happened this week.
We chose not to go to the Christmas light switch on this week as it generally gets packed.
We did however go to the local church crib and craft fair although we didn't buy anything there.

How far along? 38 weeks today 

Symptoms:  Tiredness, still breathlessness when out and about, not had much braxton hicks this week,,  my feet and ankles are still a little swollen and pressure is still there when I walk also suffering from lower back and pelvic pain this week.

Sleep: waking up a loads and then laying there not being able to drop off for ages 
so am napping during the day.

Best moment this week: Ordering a present for baby in case baby arrives before Christmas.

Miss anything? Feeling comfortable

Movement: Loads of wiggles especially when I started listening to Christmas music yesterday. 

Happy or moody most of the time: Happy 

Looking forward to: 

- My next midwife appointment tomorrow

- putting up the Christmas tree at the weekend

- wrapping up presents and writing Christmas cards

- meeting our little one soon 

Hans Sloane Drinking Chocolate

Happy December everyone, not only is Christmas fast approaching but this month 

I will be having my baby! 

So this month I have scheduled a few posts but plan on taking a little break once

little one decides to make an appearance. 

Today I am telling you about a range of Drinking Chocolate that I have recently come by, Han Sloane.

Hans Sloane drinking chocolate is the only hot chocolate made from pure chocolate beads. 

 Their company mission is to bring the taste of chocolate back to drinking chocolate and their beads melt perfectly in hot milk or water to create a richer chocolate drink. 

Available in 270g packs, Hans Sloane Drinking Chocolate comes in five varieties, including: 

 Smooth Milk

 Rich Dark

 Madagascar 67%

 Ecuador 70%

and their unique flavor Natural Honey.

This Christmas Hans Sloane has created the ideal stocking filler.

Their Christmas bauble which is filled with chocolate beads!

 Simply shake to hear the chocolate beads inside before popping the bauble into a cup and adding hot milk or water.

Priced at just £2 this stocking filler is great treat on Christmas morning. 

I love hot chocolate and have mug almost every night so was thrilled to try a range

I hadn't previously heard of. 

My favorite from the range has to be natural honey followed by the smooth milk flavor.

I love that compared to the usual hot chocolate the Hans Sloane chocolate beads have a more richer chocolaty taste. 

They melt really well too but make sure you stir like you would do with your usual hot chocolate as otherwise you will end up with a lump of chocolate at the bottom of your mug.