Candyfloss & Dreams

Does Slimming World Online Actually Work?

May 28, 2017

Slimming World Diet Plan Online: My journey and experience and why I no longer believe in slimming clubs. Slimming World Online is an option a lot of people who want to lose weight head to if they haven't got the time to attend a group in person. I used to be an advocate for this but it's been a long time since I've been a Slimming World member and over time, therapy, NLP, reflection and conversation with other body positive, health advocates and dieticians I have become quite anti ... Read more

Why I Don’t Believe in MLM Anymore

May 27, 2017

I've wanted to write this MLM based opinion post for some time now but I've been a bit wary. People will take offence to my opinion, particularly as I've been in that industry, and that's fine. I feel like it's important to write though, and I feel there should always be two sides to every story. I also feel like I want this to be an honest and open place. I want people to be informed and I think that means you have to read the positive and the negative surrounding an issue. I also ... Read more

Save Up For That Much Needed Holiday

May 23, 2017

This is a collaborative post. Max Pixel Saving up for a holiday away can be a real struggle sometimes, but once you've done it and you've got enough money under your belt, you will realise how worth it it actual was, as you're lying on the golden sandy beach, overlooking the turquoise ocean as the sun shines down on you. Make your own pack lunch Think of the money you would be saving every day if you made your own lunch with leftovers from the night before, instead of ... Read more

The Changes That Should be Made to Each Room to Turn a Home Into a Family Home

May 22, 2017

This is a collaborative post. The family home is where you will raise your kids and create the memories that you will hope will last a lifetime. Therefore, it’s no surprise that so many parents are keen to turn their old, sturdy home into something a bit more family-friendly when kids finally arrive. But what changes need to be made? It’s not an easy question to answer, especially if this whole parenting lark is still pretty new to you. The changes you make are not just changing ... Read more

As Busy As Mums: Kids School Days and Play Dates Made Simple

May 22, 2017

This is a collaborative post. Running a family requires excellent organisational skills, plenty of patience, an ability to multitask and all sorts of other attributes that aren’t always in the job description but definitely come with the territory of having kids. Here are some pointers and savvy tips to help you manage the day successfully and get everything done and the kids to where they need to be all in a day’s work. There’s a look at why it pays to concentrate on ... Read more