PRETTY FLORAL DISPLAYS IN LONDON, CHELSEA IN BLOOM 2019

It's that time of year again where South West London is floral overload with the annual #Chelseainbloom floral art show! I didn't get a chance to go last year as baby was only a few old but this year I made sure my sister and I were there the first day :) It's on until this Saturday 25th May and this year's theme is 'Under the Sea'. It's also a great cause as it's supporting the charity Plastics Oceans UK, which focuses on stopping plastic pollution. 

LE JARDIN SECRET, MARRAKECH MOROCCO

Over Easter I spent a week in Marrakech, with a toddler in tow our main agenda was to just relax at the hotel and not cram in too much sightseeing! After a visit to the main square in the hot sunshine and dusty streets, we realised it wasn't a nice environment to push baby around, so I spent a few mornings on my own sightseeing (was also nice to get some alone time!) I had read about Le Jardin Secret and decided to visit there early to avoid the crowds. I asked the taxi to drop me off there but he was confused until he realised it was right in the center of the Medina and Souks. Taxis can't drive down those roads so just ask to be dropped off at the Jemaa el-Fnaa square and it's a 10 minute walk from there.

I was a bit nervous and apprehensive wondering around Marrakech on my own, expecting the worse - getting bothered by the locals and vendors but it wasn't as bad as I imagined and I kinda enjoyed walking around on my own! The locals even directed me and help me cross the busy roads. I made sure to cover up with modest clothing and my camera was safe. I had read Google maps doesn't work around the Souks but it was fine for me luckily, I also made a mental note of the places I past just in case I got lost on the way back! I made my through the colourful Souk stalls and finally arrived at the Le Jardin Secret and paid 50 Dirham (£4)

A YEAR OF MOTHERHOOD

 

And just like that my baby turned 1. It's true what they say about parenthood the days feel long but the years go quick! I wanted to share my thoughts and feelings on my first year of motherhood, it does go by so fast and I never really have a moment to reflect and take it all in :)

PRODUCTS FOR THINNING & FINE HAIR FROM JOHN MASTERS ORGANICS

Yay it finally feels like Spring! Hope you're having a lovely April so far, this is my fav time of year - flowers are blooming, days feels warmers and I've got 3 birthdays to celebrate this month - mine, Hang's and baby's :)

So with a Spring in the air, I've decided to get out of my slummy mummy rut and focus on myself for a change, starting with my hair! I've never been a hair care kind of girl and usually buy my shampoo with my online groceries shop. Now a days, hair care is top of my list especially when I'm dealing with the dreaded hair loss post having a baby. I had pretty thick and healthy hair whilst I was pregnant. I did hear that thinning hair and hair loss post baby was very common and it wasn't until 5 months, I was shedding hair like nobodies business! It wasn't just a few strands here and there but big clumps and I hated washing my wash, just to see more and more strands. I'm constantly nipping around the flat with our Dyson vacuum collecting all the hair, not a good look at all.

CHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING CLASS, ST-GERMAIN WINTER BLOOM POP UP

Hope you're all doing really well and enjoying the start of the festive season! I recently put some pictures on my Instagram of a wreath making class I went to in London and wanted to share it on the blog as well. St-Germain - the French Elder flower liqueur brand were hosting a wreath making class with June in March florist at their Winter Bloom pop up and I couldn't wait to sign up! The girls and I brought our tickets online and had a lovely time making our own wreaths and getting into the Christmas mood. Here are some photos of the beautiful pop up!

DAY TRIP TO THE SEASIDE, FROM LONDON TO WHITSTABLE

Today is mine and Hang's 3rd wedding anniversary, (here's a post about our wedding if you fancy a read) So with baby in tow this year, I thought it would be nice to have a trip to the seaside to celebrate. We haven't been to the beach in ages and didn't really want to go in the heatwave! Luckily the weather was nice and warm yesterday when we drove down to the Kent Coast to the seaside town of Whitstable. I've always wanted to visit Whitstable, which is known for it's oysters, picturesque beach houses and pebble beaches. We had a lovely time exploring the cute shops, walking along the harbour and admiring the colourful beach huts. Hope you guys enjoy seeing what we got up to on our day trip :)

HOW TO FIND JOY WITH INSTAGRAM AGAIN

It's been a tough few weeks recently, baby is going through a lot of changes and I'm one tired mama! I'm also back to work and editing at home with an active baby is not easy. By the way I've redesigned my wedding videography website, I would love it if you checked it out :) So all in all I don't have much time to myself....which I guess ties in to why I haven't been on Instagram for over a week, which lets face it feels like an eternity but it's been a nice break :)

TIPS ON A GOOD NIGHT SLEEP AS NEW PARENTS & MATTRESS DISCOUNT

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I know sleep and new parents don't go in the same sentence but you can get a good night sleep, trust me! Our baby is now nearly 4 months old and well sleeping like a baby. Those first few months were hard with the broken sleep and constant night feeds but it does get easier. Sleep is precious for both parents and babies and anything that can help you get some rest is a must. I wanted to share some tips that have helped made bed time much easier as new parents especially in those early day, when it's all a blur!

AUGUST INTENTIONS & NEW TOTE BAG

Happy August guys, hope you're having a fab Summer of far. I've been trying to blog a bit more lately but I don't know how long that will last when I start work again next week! We all know this year is flying by and I figured why not try and have a more purposeful month. Each day has been a blur for me lately so I thought it would be nice to set some intentions for the next 4 weeks, I would love to know yours too!