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Cosy Knitwear From Cotton Traders
In case you were in any doubt, a rather chilly bonfire weekend has shown that we are now definitely in jumper season. The good news is that, this Autumn, there are some gorgeous knitwear pieces around, especially if you take a look at the Autumn/Winter range from Cotton Traders. They cover everything, from the casual but gorgeous every day basics, to the stylish pieces especially curated by The One Show presenter Alex Scott. I have been choosing my favourite pieces from Cotton Traders current collection, and think you will also love my choices. The Essential Cotton Crew Neck Jumper Every wardrobe needs an essential jumper, one that you can just…
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The Role of Foster Parents as Advocates
Foster parents play a critical role as advocates for the children in their care. When a child enters the foster care system, there are often some challenges. They may have been removed from their biological parents and family due to abuse, neglect, or other safety concerns. This means that foster children can have complex needs, both emotionally and regarding their physical health and development. As advocates, foster parents must ensure these vulnerable children have their needs met while in care. Liaise with Medical Professionals One of the most important jobs as a foster parent is to help with a child’s medical care. Children in foster care may arrive in your…
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Advent Calendars For 2023
In 29 days time we’ll start to open those little windows as we start the final countdown to Christmas. So here I am giving you some of the very best Advent calendars around for Christmas 2023. A Personalised Advent Calendar from Vistaprint A Personalised Advent calendar is a brilliant idea, particularly for a teenager who maybe feels they’re to old for the traditional chocolate kind. This year Vistaprint are allowing their customers to create their very own Advent calendars using a photograph of your choice. This is a new venture for Vistaprint, who have been creating fabulous Christmas photo gifts for many years, but it is a brilliant one, as…
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Why Perfume Makes A Perfect Gift
We are now in November, and, if you are in the UK, all thoughts now turn to Christmas. This week has seen the first Christmas adverts hitting TV screens (in M&S’s case, to some controversy), Costa getting it’s Christmas gift offerings in store, if not yet getting its Christmas cups, and most shops full to the brim with everything from trees to gorgeous decorations and food. Yes, it is just 7 weeks away, so our thoughts must turn to gifting ideas. Perfume is always a popular choice, something that delights the person who receives it, and is actually quite an easy thing to get right. A fragrance that is sure…
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Paloma Faith in Wolverhampton – Diva Fever.
*This is a revisit of a review from 2010 when Paloma Faith played Wolverhampton Civic Hall. Fashion-mommy’s favourite Diva hit Wolverhampton Civic Hall tonight, and that meant a night out without the Baba. This was actually a much-needed blessing in disguise has Baba has hit the terrible tutu’s (22 months that is) and is refusing to go to sleep, day or night. So Fashion-Mommy threw on her glad rags, grab her leopard print t-bars and red lippy, and went with Hubby to see the wonderful Paloma Faith whilst Nanna and grandad looked after a somewhat truculent Baba. Fashion-Mommy loves dressing up, and has Paloma is one of my favourite style…
