Children's Christmas Gift Guide 2020

Last but certainly not least - it's time for my 2020 Children's Christmas Guide! Christmas is truly the most magical time of the year, and it's even more magical for children! With the excitement of Father Christmas, the presents under the tree, finding out if your on Santa's nice o…

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Teen's Chirstmas Gift Guide 2020

Tweens and Teenagers have to be one of the hardest year groups to buy for. They are at the age and stage where they don't want toys, but they're too young for 'young adult' based items. It's during our teenage years that we usually discover our real selves, our interests, likes…

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For Her Christmas Gift Guide 2020

It's well known that mums of the household, and women of the household are usually the ones who sort Christmas out. From list writing to gift buying and present wrapping - females are usually the ones who play the role of Santa Claus, so what can we gift them, to show them how loved and appreci…

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For Him Christmas Gift Guide 2020

Every year - without fail, my dad sends a small reminder that all he wants for Christmas is a pair of socks! My dad has six children, and nine grandchildren, so as you can imagine, he ends up with a whole bag full of socks! Whilst you can't go wrong with a trusty pair or even pack of socks, it&…

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Foodies Christmas Gift Guide 2020

One of my favourite things about Christmas is the food! Come on, who wouldn't agree? When else can we eat chocolate every single day of the month (advent calendars), and scoff our faces in tubs of Christmas chocolates without feeling guilty? Let's not forget the turkey and all the trimmings…

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Couples Christmas Gift Guide 2020

Buying Christmas presents for individuals can be hard enough and quite time consuming but what about when it comes to couples/joint gifts? When it comes to engagements and anniversaries, finding joint gifts can be a walk in the park, but with Christmas, it's a whole other story!  Disclaimer: All…

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Dog's Christmas Gift Guide 2020

I know it makes some people cringe, when humans refer to their pets as their fur-babies, but  I'll be the first to hold my hands up, and admit - my dog is my fur baby. He is, without a doubt my second child, and is very much an equal part of the family - we include him in everything we celebrate…

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Vegan Christmas Gift Guide 2020

Plant-based diets and Veganism are on the rise more than ever, with  animal welfare,  allergies, weight management, diet trends and environmental concerns being the main reason behind the decision to go green. Last year, with the number of people  claiming to be vegan soaring by 62%, the total number …

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Calling A Break on Friendships

If 2020 has taught us anything - it's taught us life is too short, so why am I writing a post about taking a break on friendships? Sometimes, we need to put ourselves first, because when we're putting so many others in front of ourselves, our own lives start spiralling out of control.

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All every parent wants is happy and healthy kids, right? Drinking water is one of the easiest habits to implement in everyday life for a healthier lifestyle. Your kids should be drinking a certain amount of water according to their age , and they need to be properly hydrated every day. But how do we…

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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

We may only be in November, but I'm so ready for Christmas right now! I'm eagerly waiting for the radio to be playing back to back Christmas songs, or even a few will do! I'm ready to watch Christmas movies, and I've even started buying gifts - only stocking fillers, but still - I&#…

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Free Halloween Home Education Worksheets

I have been home educating my son for over two years now, and whilst home education may be the worse idea for some families, for us it works perfectly splendid - any guesses to what I've just finished watching!?  One of the things I love most about our home education journey, is that there is n…

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How 2020 Changed Halloween

Usually, September and the first week of October is my second busiest time of the year for Unique Young Mum, it's usually the time I spend getting everything ready for my Halloween feature. Although Halloween isn't my favourite time of the year - it's one of them, and my Halloween featu…

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The Diet Is NOT Going Well!

When I announced I was on a diet or rather a lifestyle change, aka - my weightloss journey a little while ago, I honestly thought by going public with it, and by talking about it openly on my blog - that it would make me more determined than ever to make it work this time around. How wrong could I…

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Most parents feel anxious when it comes to leaving their children ‘home alone’ for the first time. You start to wonder what they might get up to whilst you’re gone and, more importantly, will they be safe? Legalities around leaving your kids home alone are a little blurry, as there is no specific a…

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(AD) What Fees to Expect When Your Child Starts School

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WIN A Disney Star Wars Bundle

Star Wars is a franchise which began with the eponymous 1977 film and quickly became a worldwide phenomenon. The franchise has been expanded into various films, and other media and the franchise also holds a Guinness World Records title for the most successful film merchandising franchise. You name…

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WIN John Lewis Mini Table-Top Football Game

I'm not going to pretend I know much about football, because to be honest, I don't have a clue about it! I know when a goal has been scored, and that's only because the score changes OR pre this situation, you'd hear the fans react in an almighty roar of cheers and support! What I d…

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WIN Dinosaur Operation & Don't Be A Monkey Games

Playing board games is one of my favourite things to do when we spend family time together. I have fond memories of playing board games with my siblings and parents when I was younger, and I still prefer a board game over a game of charades or a go on the karaoke even now as an adult! Board games a…

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WIN a Dinosaur Roar 4-in-1 Puzzle & Hama Beads Set

Dinosaurs have been extinct for around 65 million years - meaning no one in this lifetime has seen a real one, yet they are still well known as if they were here still, living amongst us! Dinosaurs are also very popular with children, and feature on a few different programs, as well as lots of stor…

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WIN a Galt Puzzle Set and Galt Magnetic Shapes

Behind the colourful and engaging toys, games and puzzles that Galt Toys is renowned for, there is a vibrant, local British history with a story that began over 180 years ago. The Galt Toys division was formed in 1961 and remains dedicated to producing and selling quality toys, beloved by generatio…

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WIN DreamWorks Spirit Riding Free Toys

In the popular DreamWorks animated television show Spirit Riding Free - shown on Netflix (all eight series)  a small Western town young girl from the city called Lucky forms a tight bond with a wild horse called Spirit, whilst having adventures with her friends Pru and Abigail.

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WIN A Play-Doh 3 Piece Bundle

Did you know Play-Doh was originally marketed as a wallpaper cleaner, before becoming a 'play' thing? I didn't either, but they do say you learn something new every day! In 1956 the Play-Doh brand was born, and it's been loved by generations since it was born, and it's still as …

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WIN a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2 Piece Bundle

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been around for as long as I can remember! I remember watching them myself as a child, and always loving the four Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles unique names - Michelangelo, Raphael, Donatello and Leonardo, and they're still around now in 2020!

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WIN Peppa Pig Car Toaster and Look & Find Reader

If you've not heard of Peppa Pig - you must be living under a rock on space! Peppa Pig is a British preschool animated television series in association with Entertainment One, Nick Jr. and Channel 5. The show revolves around Peppa Pig - an outgoing preschool pig, who loves participating in many…

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WIN Disney Frozen 2 Elsa Adventure Doll & Microphone

As you surely all know by now, I'm a big Disney fan, so I'm super excited to be hosting this competition featuring products from one of Disney's best-selling animation films - Frozen 2. I've teemed up with Polly's Sweet Treats to host the last 10 days of competitions to celebrat…

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WIN a £100 Marks & Spencer Hamper!

I'm now on day 22 and competition 22 of my virtual blogiversary/birthday party and what a party it's been! With this special competition now going live, I only have 10 more days of competitions left to run, but don't worry - I've made up for that disappointing news by teaming up wit…

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WIN A Teen Calm Box

With the world currently facing a situation no one could have imagined, I worry about my own teenage son's mental health, along with every other teen (and other children and adults too of course!), so I was rather impressed when I opened an email from Teen Calm a few weeks ago. Teen Calm was de…

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Win a Personalised Gift from Happiness Is a Gift

Is there anything more special than receiving a personalised gift - no matter the occasion? Happiness is a Gift is an online UK Gift Store that specialises in personalised gifts. They have a fantastic selection of gift ideas for that someone special, including but not all: wooden photo frames, cera…

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WIN 1 of 2 Hay-Band's to Help Banish Hay Fever!

For many, the warmer weather we've recently had will come as a welcome relief, but if you’re one of the 15 million people in the UK affected by hay fever,  you may not want to hang up your hanky just yet!  Hay fever (or Allergic Rhinitis), is a medical condition which covers a number of symptoms …

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WIN Sunglasses Of Your Choice From Layoners

Straight from the runways of Milano to the streets of New York - Layoners brings the perfect mix of refined haute couture and hottest street style trends. Thick oversized frames, retro shapes and futuristic silhouettes have dominated this season, and Layoners are glad to feature them in their colle…

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WIN 1 of 3 Zap-It! devices!

Mozzies and little biting insects... they’re universally unpopular and guaranteed to put a dampener on things when you’re outside, with their dive-bombing and blood-sucking antics. So whether you’re backpacking through South America, honeymooning in Asia, out for a run or just barbecuing in your ow…

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WIN Underwear From Modibodi

Established in 2013, by Kristi Chong after the birth of her second child - Kristy’s experience with “unmentionable” bladder leaks made her determined to start her own brand. One that would change our mindsets – and the planet – by changing underwear for the better.

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WIN a Large Hamper from The Baby Hamper Company

Founded in 2012 by a daughter and mother team - Chloe and Christine, The Baby Hamper Company was born after Chloe and Christine found a lack of original yet cost-effective newborn gifts whilst searching the internet.  Chloe and Christine soon realised there was a real need to provide unique and cool…

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WIN 1 of 10 Ailsa Frank £25 Hypnosis Download Vouchers

I've teamed up with hypnotherapist Ailsa Frank to give 10 readers the chance to win a £25 voucher to spend on stress-releasing hypnosis downloads for support through the current situation. Hypnotherapy recordings are a great way to de-stress your mind helping you to cope better with the challen…

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WIN Protein Powders from Bioglan Superfoods

Protein is an important part of our diet and a key to building and maintaining all types of body tissue, including muscle. Consuming protein has numerous benefits for not just muscle gain, but benefits weight loss too along with your general health. A healthy lifestyle starts with what you put in y…

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WIN a Children's Book Bundle From Quarto

At Quarto, they create a wide variety of books and products - with a mission to inspire life's experiences. Produced in many formats for adults, children and the whole family, their products are visually appealing, information-rich and stimulating. Quarto encompasses a diverse portfolio of impr…

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WIN a Zippo Heatbank 9s - Handwarmer and Powerbank

Many of you may know Zippo as the lighter company, but not just any lighter company - the best lighter company around! Founded in the 1930s with the production of the well known Zippo lighter,  Zippo’s diverse product line which continues to grow, now includes - lighters, lighter accessories, butane…

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WIN Gioteck JC-20 Nintendo Switch Controller Pair - Pastel

Gamers and gaming fans all over the UK are most probably already somewhat familiar with Gioteck. Gioteck is one of the world's leading gaming accessories brands, established in 2008 and part of GoodBetterBest Ltd it's a well-known brand for gamers of all ages. Gioteck offers gaming and audi…

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WIN a lavera Hydro Sensation Skincare Set

Believing nature is the only true care for the skin, body and mind, lavera's vision has always been natural and organic cosmetics for everybody everywhere.  Right from the beginning, over 30 years ago - lavera was all about making beauty care from natural ingredients that were as organic as po…

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WIN 1 of 5 OGGS Celebration Cakes

Cake today, champagne yesterday - anyone would think there's a party going on! I absolutely love all the prizes I have lined up for you all, but this one especially is standing out to me so much right now! Chocolate and cake - just two words that make my taste buds happy, but add in OGGS two wo…

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WIN a Personalised Bottle of Champagne

As most of you will already know, I'm celebrating Unique Young Mum's 8th Blogiversary (birthday!) throughout August through to the 3rd of September! I've celebrated in many different ways, incorporating as many people as possible - including you readers and visitors! I've had a smal…

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Win The New Legends Of Monkey Merchandise

Emmy-winning adventure series THE NEW LEGENDS OF MONKEY is back on Netflix for a second series (which launched yesterday - Friday August 7th) and to celebrate we’re giving you the chance to get your hands on some amazing Monkey merch!

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WIN A Lunch Set From Bee Green Wraps

A lot of us all over the world are trying to reduce our plastic use for multiple reasons and it's great to see brands and companies doing their bit to reduce plastic waste. Bee Green Wraps are natural, organic, reusable food wraps, which works just like cellophane and can replace aluminium tin …

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WIN a BetterYou Magnesium Bundle

A good night’s slumber is essential to a healthy existence; protecting us physically and mentally as well as boosting our general quality of life. Yet with our ever-increasing use of sleep-inhibiting blue light technology, blurred boundaries surrounding work, home life, the current situation and di…

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WIN A Disney Toy Story 4 Bundle Worth Over £100

If you've been a fan of Unique Young Mum for a while, then it will be no surprise to you that I LOVE and adore Disney! If I'm not wearing a Disney makeup palette on my face, I'm more than likely wearing a Disney top or showing off an accessory of some kind! So to celebrate Disney’s Summ…

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WIN A Sous Chef Sakura Blossom Ramen Bowl

Sous Chef is the shop for people who just love to cook! Started by a married couple - Nicola (who worked in a Michelin-starred kitchen) and her husband Nick, Sous Chef is still an independent family run business today. They were one of the first online retailers to work towards being single-use and…

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