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Health, Women's Health

POST BABY FITNESS | 10 Tips For Starting Swimming [AD]

March 22, 2019

AD / THIS POST IS COMMISSIONED BY SIMPLY SWIM. ALL WORDING & OPINION EXPRESSED IS MY OWN, NOT OF THE BRAND. Getting fit after having a baby is a promise most of us new mums make. I was no different. After a tough pregnancy managing […]

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Health, Women's Health

SPA DAY | A Pamper Day for Stressed Out Mamas

January 29, 2019

[ AD / THIS POST CONTAINS PR GIFTED PRODUCT ] Before I became a mum, “me time” was plentiful. I had long hot baths with candles and music. I had pyjama days at my leisure and read magazines with a hot cup of tea. And […]

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Baby & Toddler, Family Life, Kids

Splash About Swimwear: Taking the Toddler Swimming

May 30, 2018

[PR GIFTED] I’ve never been a great swimmer.  Growing up, I had school swimming lessons that barely gained me my 10 metre badge and I saw the local pool just a few times a year.  As a result I’ve never been an especially confident swimmer […]

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Swimwear

In The Deep: Curvy Kate Instinct Bikini

June 25, 2016

All too often I hear the same cry repeating: “you can’t get nice swimwear for bigger busts”.  It makes me want to burst out even louder – you can!  It doesn’t mean every brand caters for us bustier girls but it does mean there’s some […]

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Chronic Pain, Health

Cardio Workouts for Chronic Pain

October 15, 2014

  Getting fit has been a priority of mine since I realised I’d fallen into a vicious cycle of chronic pain and poor fitness.  I wasn’t going to feel better for as long as I didn’t exercise so establishing a manageable regime that worked me out without […]

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Chronic Pain, Health, Lingerie

Getting Fit | Big Boobs & Body Pain

August 20, 2014

My fitness and physique has bothered me for a while.  Suffering periods of low self esteem and falling into depressive crevices, I realised my unhappiness had begun to reflect in my appearance.  Confining myself to the comforts of home had taken its toll, both physically and […]

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Mum’s been in hospital for a few months now with Mum’s been in hospital for a few months now with a diagnosis of CIDP. Had never even heard of it before. From what little I understand, it’s a chronic rare autoimmune disorder where the body attacks its own nerves, causing damage that affects feeling in hands and feet, reducing dexterity and mobility to practically nothing. It’s terrifying. 😟

Mum’s being such a fighter. Taking on all the rehab and treatments while having to rely on the nurses for doing anything. It’s heartbreaking to see her limited to her hospital bed with pain and uncomfortable sensations in her body. It’s literally the ultimate nightmare illness that sets to steal your independence and very wellbeing. 😢

But Mum is a warrior of faith 💪 who stands on scripture that boasts healing in the name of Jesus. 🗡️ 🛡️ So we’re praying for a full recovery with the hope that Mum will be back in her own home again soon. 

Love you, Mum! ❤️ 

#cidp #cidpwarrior #gbs #neuropathy #hospitalstay
Treating my teeth to a fizzy drink, hot chocolate Treating my teeth to a fizzy drink, hot chocolate and McFlurry.. 🤪 I know how to party! 😝

#mcdonaldsuk
AD✨ Washing away the January blues with some vib AD✨ Washing away the January blues with some vibrant undies by @myoddballs.

Comfy and cute is mandatory for droll days like this. ☁️ Fully stretch cotton with soft seams and deep elastic bands mean Oddballs crop tops and boxer briefs stay put and wear like a dream.

I adore the pants!  They fit like a glove and are sooo comforting on period days when I need to wear a heat pad on my tummy.

Just need to request a fuller bust crop top cos my b(.)(.)bs need more snuggle room! 😄

#comfyandcute #oddballs #myoddballs #loungewearlifestyle #midsizegirl
I don’t think these bunnies are quite big enough I don’t think these bunnies are quite big enough. 🤔 🐰

In other news, WHAT THE HECK EASTER. 😮 

#easterbunnies #homebargains #bunnylovers
Here’s something you may bump into me doing… b Here’s something you may bump into me doing… bargain shopping, charity shopping, thrift hauling, call it what you will. I love the thrill of shopping, always on the hunt for silly prices and getting a deal with a little “squee” dance when it hits the sweet spot. 

Who else loves bargain shopping? 🛍️ 

Don’t forget to follow me @bargainistabecky 

#bargainshopping #charityshopfinds #thriftingfinds #charityshopping #secondhandbooks
Shaun the Sheep ‘Find the Flock’ trail at was Shaun the Sheep ‘Find the Flock’ trail at was fun! 🐑 

Did this back in December in the run up to Christmas, when we went to Belsay Hall in Northumberland. There’s still time to do it if you haven’t, as the awesome sheepies are there til the 26th January 2026. It’s a really nice walk around Belsay’s gardens so worth a visit.

So which do you think looks the best one?  I love the gingerbread Shaun and the gardener Shaun because it has some lovely little bugs all over him. 🐞 

#belsayhall #englishheritagesites #englishheritage #shaunthesheep #familydaysout
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