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Extreme Couponing In The UK
Tuesday, 10 March 2015
The last few days have been busy in the life of Helen. I have worried, not slept and stayed up late just so I could plan a "Extreme Couponing" shop. Today was the day that 3 month's hard work had added up to. This morning I had butterflies in my stomach however tonight I am sat here feeling proud, proud that I managed to pull my couponing shop off and proud of the fact that I have managed to get over £100 worth of shopping totally free for my family.
Introducing Saving To The Max
Friday, 31 January 2014
I get asked all the time, questions on how to save money so I am hoping I can show people over there how you can. I have already written a few posts which will help new Mums, give you ideas on how to have a free weekend with the family and how to save money at the gym. The blog will be family and lifestyle orientated just like Mummy To The Max. There is also a £10 Amazon voucher competition running which I am hoping you will all take part in.
I really hope you can join me over on Saving To The Max and follow its journey as you have done with Mummy To The Max. It would be lovely to see you all over there.
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Silentnight Sleep Clinic
Thursday, 12 September 2013
Sleepless nights costing UK economy more than £600 million
- Birmingham is the capital of sleep-related absence
Sleep-deprived workers take six million sick days a year with the cost to the UK economy
£611 million, a new study has revealed.
One in five (19%) admitted they had taken a sickie because of a bad night's sleep,
according to the survey of 2,044 people by Silentnight.
Only 13% said they slept peacefully while those kept awake blamed the thought of having
to get up early the next day (32%), money worries (26%) and a stressful day at work
(26%).
Almost a fifth (19%) said that arguing with a loved one regularly affected their bed time.
More women (20%) than men (16%) miss work due to sleepless nights with Birmingham
the worst place in the UK for sleep-related absences, followed by Glasgow and Liverpool.
Unsurprisingly, one-sixth of workers choose to catch up on sleep while travelling on public
transport but 7% admitted to falling asleep while at their desk and 4% during a meeting.
The study also revealed how almost half of people (44%) never enjoy a lie-in - even at
weekends - with most lie-ins lasting less than 30 minutes.
Over three quarters (79%) of those surveyed admitted to experiencing personal sleep
issues, with the most common problems being snoring (51%), excessive sweating (41%)
and sleep talking (30%).
Problems caused by a lack of sleep included decreased concentration levels (31%), bad
health (28%), grumpiness towards partners (21%) and arguments at home (11%).
Dr Nerina Ramlakhan, Silentnight’s sleep expert and a sleep therapist at Capio Nightingale
Hospital, said: “Sleep is crucial to our health and well-being and it is clear from the
findings that lack of quality sleep is making a real impact on people’s lives - from absence
from work, decreased concentration levels and arguments in the home.
“A few simple steps can make a huge difference to getting a good night’s sleep.
Switching off from work and social media channels an hour before bed, taking the time to
unwind, eating a balanced diet and making sure that our sleep environment is as tranquil
as possible are all positive steps in the right direction.
“This is why I have joined forces with Silentnight to launch its first online Sleep Clinic. I will
be providing personalised sleep plans for ten recruits suffering from everyday sleep
issues. The Sleep Clinic is aimed at educating people across the UK that a few simple
techniques can help the nation get a great night’s sleep every night.”
Working with resident sleep expert, Dr Nerina, Silentnight is searching for ten people with
everyday sleep issues to take part in a four week Sleep Clinic.
Each participant will receive a personalised sleep plan from Dr Nerina, a Silentnight bed,
tailored to their specific sleep issue, and asked to provide feedback about their
experiences via weekly video diaries hosted on the Silentnight website. All of the
information and sleep plans will also be available for people to follow along at home.
Nick Booth, Marketing Director at Silentnight, said: “From our partnership with Dr Nerina,
to the research and development that we invest into our product range, at Silentnight we
are dedicated to helping the nation get a great night’s sleep.”
For more information and to take part in the Silentnight Sleep Clinic please visit www.silentnight.co.uk
I did not receive any financial reward for writing this.
All Information was provided to me by Silentnight.
The Big Reunion - HERE I COME!
Thursday, 28 March 2013
Since I was small, music has always played a huge part in my life. When I was 4 I can remember watching Top Of The Pops laid down on the floor bopping my head to the music and now at the age of 21, I am still bopping.
This year I was so excited to hear many of my favourite bands from the 90's were getting back together. Atomic Kitten, Five and Blue were my top bands as I was growing up and the first CD I brought was Blue's. Liberty X, The Honeys and 911, B*Witched also got back together and all the bands formed the Big Reunion!
A TV show was formed on ITV showing how they all got back together and showing viewers the lead up to their concerts they were going to have around the UK.
I saw that they were all going on tour after the 1st few episodes were shown this year in May however I sadly missed out on the tickets to the Bournemouth Venue and decided not to go to any of the concerts however tonight whilst watching the TV programme I saw that they were doing a Christmas party and it was being held in London the day after my birthday this year.
I decided I must have tickets, and tonight me and my Sister managed to book tickets! We are going on the 14th December, to the 02 arena! I am so excited and can not wait to go! Sadly Blue will not be there as they are going on there own tour but it will still be amazing!
Big Reunion Christmas Party!! HERE I COME!!
Giggle Giggle Beach Robe and Fleece Review
Tuesday, 19 March 2013
Are you looking for fun and funky clothing?
Something handmade from the UK?
I was recently introduced to a company called Giggle. Giggle Giggle provides cool kids clothing that combines high quality with all-season practicality to create eye-catching design.
Giggle Giggle was founded by Sue Worker to create the same high quality, fashionable children’s clothes that she wanted for her child and make them available to other parents.
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I was excited to see what Giggle Giggle had to offer. As a parent I am always on the lookout for items which are unique and are good quality. I also look at how practical the item is and how it washes on a regular basis. I hate to buy Maxwell clothes to find they easily mishape or even start getting holes in.
We were sent an Animal Farm patterned fleece top and a lovely Boys Navy Beach Robe.
When I first saw the two items, I thought they looked great. The fleece was brightly coloured with funky animal prints over and the robe was a lovely deep blue colour with boat motifs on.
On close inspection you can see what fantastic quality the fleece and the robes are. They are both handmade in the UK which I think makes the products even more unique. I am a strong believer of supporting UK made products.
First I looked at the fleece. It is made of thick material and it is stitched well. I loved that the product had a fun design on however I do prefer Maxwell in darker colours and thought the colours were a little girly as it has pinks and purples on.
I liked the shape of the fleece, it fitted Maxwell well. The arm length was the correct length and so was the body of it. I was initially worried about the material bobbling but I needn't have worried. I have washed the fleece several times and it is still soft and bobble free after a few washes.
Next I took a look at the beach robe. I loved the beach robe and personally think they are great for children as they have many uses. You can use it on the beach, after a swimming lesson or even when your child gets out the bath.
The bath robe is made of 100% cotton toweling and is soft to touch. It kept Maxwell warm after getting out of the bath and made it easier to dry him.
I liked that the robe had a pocket on the front and I think this will be handy in the summer when we take Maxwell to the beach as he can put a few of his own things in there.
The robe washes well and is a great product that many parents should invest in.
Giggle Giggle clothing is priced quite highly. However you do get what you pay for. Good quality childswear made in the UK.
Overall I would Giggle Giggles clothing range 4.5/5.
You can view the range on their website.
I did not receive any financial reward for writing this review.
However we did receive the product for review purposes. Everything written in this post is my own, honest opinion
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