WIN 1 of 2 Bubbles the Dragon Books

This wonderful rhyming story from author Alison Thomas, is the perfect read to teach your children about the importance of being kind to others, accepting their differences, and learning to love who you are. The book really promotes positivity, inclusion and diversity in a way that appeals to the younger generation with fun illustrations to match.

"Bubbles is a dragon who is a little different from the others. The other dragons laugh at him from afar because he looks a little different to them. However, although Bubbles knows what they are saying about him, he isn’t going to let that stop him from doing what he loves to do - Zooming around the sky!

One day the other dragons suddenly see Bubbles zooming up high above the clouds and even though they start out with making fun of his appearance, slowly they start to see a strength within him that ignites a new emotion - acceptance!

WIN a Studio Creator 360 Video Maker Kit

In today's digital age, children are not just consumers of content; they are creators. With the rise of social media platforms and user-generated content, kids are increasingly drawn to the world of filmmaking, eager to capture and share their adventures with friends and family. Recognising this trend, Canal Toys continues to encourage the next-gen of content creators and their Studio Creator 360 Video Maker perfectly embraces this, empowering young filmmakers to transform ordinary playdates into unforgettable cinematic adventures.

WIN a Wing Pendant Necklace from Jana Reinhardt

Wings carry a number of associations, so whether you're seeking jewellery to depict heaven, freedom, travel, dreams, or even wisdom, this pendant necklace from Jana Reinhardt is the perfect piece to add to your collection.

The Jana Reinhardt designs are inspired by the natural world and the naive art movement. They don't use machine manufacture, preferring the old techniques of wax carving and fabrication to create their products - making Jana Reinhardt a more sustainable choice for jewellery lovers.

WIN a Collection of Children's Books

With the 6 week summer holiday now upon us, keeping the kids entertained may sometimes be a challenge. It's a wise idea to stock up on a few toys and games or plan some trips out but adding some paperbacks to the bookshelf may also help! 

These new releases from Macmillan Children's Books and Two Hoots are great for little ones aged 3 or above - and you have the chance to win them all below...

WIN a Valentine's Surprise!

With Valentine's Day not far away many people will be picking up purchases for their partners, arranging flower deliveries or booking a table for a romantic evening out. If you would like to get your mitts on a surprise box of goodies, which you may wish to share with a loved one (or just keep to yourself), then you can enter the giveaway below...

Creative Fun with Angel Delight

I remember enjoying Angel Delight quite frequently as a child but it was only when approached by the brand recently that I realised the Mini Mes had never even tried it before! With a new chocolate mint flavour now available, which was selected by their Facebook followers, I thought this was the perfect opportunity to introduce it to them.

Along with an array of treats and fruit to decorate their dessert, of course!

Minxy opted for an Easter look in the form of a cute and crazy looking chick. She used edible eyes and yellow, green and orange sprinkles to create a body. She finished it off with a chocolate bean for the beak.

WIN an Outdoor Adventure with Steve Backshall and The Brave Bones Club

At the weekends you can often find us climbing trees like Tarzan, rummaging through fallen leaves looking for bugs and searching for fairies among the bluebells. We love the great outdoors as a family and if we aren't exploring forests and woods in the UK we are playing in sand and splash pools abroad, just like we were last week in Zante!

If you too enjoy the fun and fresh air of being outside this competition is probably ideal for you. Steve Backshall has teamed up with The Brave Bones Club, (an initiative set up by Cheestrings and Yollies) which encourages people to have safe but brave adventures and this is the perfect way to build confidence while making magical memories outside. 

Check out the video below for more details...

McBusted Announce Forestry Commission Concert (PLUS Your Chance To Win)

McBusted have announced a West Country date as part of Forest Live, organised by the Forestry Commission, where acts perform in spectacular woodland locations around the country. The band will be the sixth and final headline act to appear at Westonbirt Arboretum this summer. 

Have you got your tickets yet?

McBusted formed in 2013 when Tom Fletcher, Danny Jones, Dougie Poynter and Harry Judd from McFly joining forces with James Bourne and Matt Willis from Busted. Together Busted and McFly have sold over 15 million records worldwide and chalked up 14 number ones, 20 top 3 singles and 27 top ten singles. The popularity of the new supergroup was reflected in them playing the UK’s largest arena tour of 2014, to a staggering 350,000 people across 35 sold out shows culminating with headlining in London’s Hyde Park. Their unique Forest Live date at Westonbirt will see the band perform a powerhouse of hits such as: ‘Five Colours In Her Hair’, ‘Obviously’, ‘All About You’, ‘What I Go To School For’, ‘You Said No’ and ‘Crashed the Wedding’.

WIN a Ballerina Doll and Pettiskirt Duo

If you're looking for beautiful and unique children's fashion, look no further. My Petit Boutique has some lovely items, just for the little princesses in your life, with everything from floral baby grows and frilly knickers to stylish tees and rose covered sandals. 

These are just two of the items from the website and there is a chance to win them both below!

This adorable Ballerina Rag Doll has been made with removable clothing of a pink ballerina wrap over top, pink tulle ballet dress and pink bloomers which makes it ideal for washing. Her hair is styled in a perfect ballerina bun which is finished with a lilac ribbon and pink rose. 

Craft Subscription Packs From toucanBox (PLUS Your Chance To Win)

Do you ever have the urge to get crafty with your children, but don’t know where to start when it comes to getting materials? It’s difficult to remember to save every gloopy lolly stick, especially when you’re out and about.

If this sounds like you, then toucanBox is the answer! 

They make craft boxes for 3 - 8 year old children which are filled with everything required to ignite their creativity and transport them to another world. Each box contains a unique project to complete with the support of an adult... although if you’re anything like me, you’ll enjoy it just as much as your little one.

We are giving you the chance to win a 3 MONTH SUBSCRIPTION to the TWO CRAFT Grande box.

This contains:

WIN a Spa Day For Two!

Win a Ragdale Experience Day for two people at award winning Ragdale Hall Health Hydro and Thermal Spa (worth £180 – valid Monday to Friday)

Ragdale Hall, located in the rolling Leicestershire countryside, combines state-of-the-art facilities with the charm of traditional Victorian architecture to create one of the most luxurious and relaxing health spas in the country. Wheather you are looking for total relaxation, me-time and pampering or to kick-start a healthier lifestyle, Ragdale Hall is the perfect choice. Our great selection of spa days and breaks include something for everyone.

You and a friend could spend a relaxing day (valid Monday – Friday) at Ragdale Hall in Leicestershire on a Ragdale Experience Day to include:

• Light lunch in the Verandah Bar.
• Plus use of all of Ragdale’s facilities including the multi-million pound Thermal Spa featuring candle pool, indoor/outdoor waterfall and a series of heat and water experiences plus two further pools, including whirlpool bath and cascade
• Gym, exercise classes and outdoor facilities.

NB 10.30am arrival - 6.30pm departure.

Toast Your Way To The Top with Breville (PLUS Your Chance To Win)

As one of Britain’s favourite breakfast choices, with millions of slices consumed daily, a perfectly toasted slice of bread is the Holy Grail for many… Introducing the NEW ‘Breville 2 & 4 Slice Toaster – The Perfect Fit for Warburtons®’, which promises to toast loaves from Britain’s number one bread brand completely to the top, and just the way you like it!

The UK’s leading kitchen appliance brand, Breville, has collaborated with the number one bakery brand in the UK, Warburtons, to launch the first toaster of its kind that is ‘the perfect fit for Warburtons® ‘Toastie’ bread’.  The Warburtons ‘Toastie’ loaf is the UK’s best-selling branded loaf, with millions of consumers selecting it as their preferred bread of choice. And a great loaf of bread deserves a great toaster, one that can truly toast to the top and deliver perfectly golden brown slices for the breakfast of champions.

Brilliant Beauty Buys (PLUS Your Chance To Win)

I'm on a bit of a mission this year (as I mentioned in my beauty haul post just here) to boost my confidence and take care of little old me a little bit more as I approach the big three zero - EEK. Therefore I've been treating myself to the odd beauty product baskets full and I've become dedicated to my daily skincare routine since January. Panda eyes from last nights makeup is not a look I've seen in quite some time, thankfully, and I'm looking and feeling so much better for it.

I've even received quite a few lovely items from companies to put to the test recently and here are some of the latest ones I've been using...

Time Bomb Black Ops Dark Circle Rescue - £36

This is shaped perfectly for easy application around the eyes although you can apply a small amount to your fingertips to gently rub in if you wish. It is to be used twice a day, focusing on the darker under eye area and the corners and it really is quite magical! It reflects light well, with a shimmering look, even underneath makeup, so your imperfections and bags are minimalised. Perhaps a bit pricey for the size but it definitely does what it says on the packaging! It is ideal for hyper-pigmentation too.

Family Friendly Holidays with Sykes Cottages (PLUS Your Chance to Win)

Sykes Cottages are the UK’s leading provider of self-catering holiday homes with over 5,000 handpicked cottages to choose from. With a range of cottages stretching from the glittering Cornish coast to the magnificent Scottish Highlands, their selection provides something for everyone.

If you come from an active family then why not visit one of their isolated cottages which are ideal for walking? With many of these cottages set in the heat of a National Park, you can spend a day trekking the hills before returning to rest your tired feet by the open fire. Or if you’d rather spend an afternoon playing amongst the surf, then don’t worry as they cater for this too with hundreds of sea-front cottages- perfect for that all important summer BBQ!

Potty Training with Dry Like Me (PLUS Your Chance To Win)

Potty training is quite a big milestone for children, and even parents, to reach. It's a time when you can ditch the nappies, saving quite a few pennies in the process, but you can expect a few tears and tantrums along the way too. Therefore, anything that helps to make the transition that little bit easier is definitely appreciated by mums and dads alike!

Dry Like Me, the award-winning potty training pads worn in children’s own pants, were created by mums Jude and Di when they couldn’t find anything that helped to move their potty training children away from nappies and into underwear. They commissioned independent research, which showed the pads reduced accidents after only one week, and Dry Like Me are now sold by most supermarkets and online.

Save Money With HomeGroceries (PLUS Your Chance To Win)

The weekly shop can set you back quite a few pennies, especially if you have a large family, but with HomeGroceries you can buy branded food and drink at wholesale prices without the need to buy in bulk. You don't even need to leave your home, as you can get it all delivered to your door, saving you both time and fuel so it might be worth getting your membership today.

This family run business stocks all of your essentials from cereal and sauces to soft drinks and chocolate (that's a necessity, right?) and they have a variety of cleaning products and health and beauty goods available too. You can shop 24/7, whenever is convenient for you, and the website is very easy to navigate. It's also handy that you can pay with PayPal.

The Children's Book Tour Continues (PLUS Your Chance To Win)

I always encourage reading, whether it's a fun bedtime story, the latest book from the school library or a magazine as it really is so beneficial to the Mini Mes. Minxy is really enjoying the David Walliams collection at the moment whereas Jamster is captivated by the adventures in the Beast Quest series. There are so many great authors to explore and with great deals available on websites like The Book People and Red House it's definitely worth building up your own bookcase for at home.

The Essential Baby Care Guide (Plus Your Chance To WIN)

Of course babies don’t come with a manual, but the Essential Baby Care Guide really is the next best thing: four DVDs, Online Courses or Apps (Appstore/Googleplay), including 160 clips, narrated by Professor Robert Winston and featuring leading experts presenting courses on:

•    Feeding

•    Care and development

•    Sleeping

•    First aid and accident prevention

Each Course follows expert advice from:

- The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health

- UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative

- St John Ambulance

- The Child Accident Prevention Trust

- The Meningitis Research Foundation

- The National Literacy Trust

- Consultant Paediatricians, Midwives and more.

Have an Egg-ceptional Easter with Guylian (and your chance to WIN)

In keeping with tradition, Guylian, the world’s favourite Belgian chocolatier, has a delectable range of Easter gifts that are sure to delight the taste buds and make this Easter eggs-tra special. 

Below is the new Guylian 2015 Easter range which is perfect for sharing or treating yourself - 

and you can win the entire collection in my giveaway!

WIN a Star Wars Command Bundle (featuring more than 90 different figures and vehicles!)

The new Star Wars Command line lets kids (including the young at heart) finally take command of the greatest battles in Star Wars history! Kids can pit huge armies of collectible-sized figures and vehicles against each other to determine the fate of the galaxy. Combining classic army play with collectability and innovative action features, Star Wars Command puts control of the Star Wars saga in kids’ hands like never before!

Star Wars Command Millennium Falcon Set

Take control of one of the most iconic vehicles in the Star Wars universe, the Millennium Falcon, and launch it into battle! The Star Wars Command Millennium Falcon set comes with 24 permanently posed and collectible-sized figures which includes 22 soldiers and two specially detailed Generals - plus six vehicles on stands and two special Strikers that kids can rev-up and release!

Also included in the bundle is:

• Star Wars Command Epic Assault
• Star Wars Command Sandtrooper Strike
• Star Wars Command Death-Star Strike
• Star Wars Command Final Battle