To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place. Unless you have a full-on existential crisis. Or you’re a Ken. From Oscar-nominated writer/director Greta Gerwig (“Little Women,” “Lady Bird”) comes “Barbie,” starring Oscar-nominees Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as Barbie and Ken, alongside America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Issa Rae, Rhea Perlman, and Will Ferrell.
Margot Robbieas BARBIE
Barbie hits the nail on the head with talking about and bringing to the forefront what people thought about Barbie, she’s perfect, has a set look body shape and size, and in the real world people are just seeing this level of Barbie – but this story takes us on a journey that actually Barbie is saying that women can be anything! Every Barbie is different, and beautiful – and can be who she wants to be! A lawyer, a doctor, a vet, a homemaker, a mum and anything you can think of! It also shows us what a world would’ve been without Barbie and very much a Ken World!
Ryan Gosling as Ken
Barbie is available to download or stream on all services such as Sky storenowplus take her home on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on October 23
Step forward the #connetix 92 piece ball run. Made from magnetic tiles and tubes of every curve and ladders galore, you can let your imagination run wild with creation! The best toy for every budding engineer in every household which can be added to with all the newly released sets from #connetixtiles They’re perfect to be used anywhere on their own or with help from tables and chairs or whatever you have spare!
New rectangles and geometric shapes in brights, pastels and clear open the doors to a world of exploration and learning through play. I can guarantee that the adults will soon be squabbling over who’s turn it is to help build a masterpiece next! Head over to their instagram for some amazing ideas on what to build! Have you seen these before? Read on to find out more!
The Connetix Tiles 92-Piece Ball Run Pack—a captivating and innovative building set that combines magnetic tiles with the excitement of marble runs. With its endless possibilities and boundless fun, this product is a must-have for curious minds seeking hands-on learning experiences.
Unleash Creativity through Magnetic Mastery:
The Connetix Tiles 92-Piece Ball Run Pack empowers young builders to bring their imagination to life. The set comprises high-quality, translucent magnetic tiles that effortlessly click together, allowing children to construct mesmerizing structures in vibrant colours. Whether it’s a towering castle, a futuristic spaceship, or a winding roller coaster, the only limit is their creativity. By manipulating the magnetic tiles, children gain an understanding of shapes, patterns, and spatial relationships, while honing their fine motor skills.
Engineering Adventures with Marble Runs:
What sets the Connetix Tiles 92-Piece Ball Run Pack apart is the inclusion of specially designed components that transform the magnetic structures into thrilling marble runs. Curved tracks, tunnels, and exciting connectors enable children to construct intricate pathways for the marbles to follow. As they experiment with different designs and test the laws of gravity, young engineers learn about cause and effect, momentum, and problem-solving in a hands-on and engaging manner.
Endless Learning Opportunities:
Beyond the joy of building and experimenting, the Connetix Tiles 92-Piece Ball Run Pack offers numerous educational benefits. Children develop critical thinking skills as they analyse, plan, and troubleshoot their creations. They enhance their communication and collaboration abilities by sharing ideas and working together with siblings, friends, or parents. Moreover, the tactile experience of manipulating the tiles and observing the marbles in motion stimulates sensory development and fosters a deeper understanding of physics concepts.
Quality and Safety Guaranteed:
Connetix Tiles are crafted with precision and durability in mind. The tiles are made from non-toxic materials, ensuring a safe play environment for children. The strong magnets securely hold the structures together, allowing for stable constructions that can withstand the test of time. The product has undergone rigorous testing to meet the highest safety standards, giving parents peace of mind while their children embark on countless adventures.
(L-R) FRESH baby body and hair wash, FRESH baby bum foam, FRESH baby bum cream & FRESH babyoil
Skincare for baby shouldn’t be complicated, and should be natural, being gentle on their super sensitive skin. Introducing FRESH baby by Ringana. A new collection of products for little ones from the pioneering Austrian company in the natural skin care and food supplements industry.
In keeping with the RINGANA philosophy, the range consists of four fresh, natural vegan care products, developed with the greatest care and of the highest certified organic and pharmaceutical quality: FRESH baby body & wash,FRESH baby bum cream,FRESH baby bumfoamandFRESH baby oil.
Naturally, just like all of the other RINGANA products, the entire product range is vegan, free of synthetic colours, perfumes and preservatives, mineral oils, parabens, PEG emulsifiers, etc. All of the products are dermatologically tested and are very well tolerated by the skin.
RINGANA FRESH baby FRESH baby body & hair wash: clean from head to toe RRP 50 ml, £6.70
This mild washing gel cleans delicate skin and hair ultra gently. The pH-friendly formulation is very kind, and won’t make their eyes sting. (Super helpful when you have little ones not so keen on showering too!) Skin-soothing extracts of oat, cotton and witch hazel prevent irritation. Ectoin, as a stress protection molecule, supports the skin barrier. Almond and sesame oil have a grooming, lipid-restoring effect, and help to untangle hair. The sensitive skin is supplied with moisture, protecting it from drying out; another perfect element of us taking these away with us… after a day of sunshine and creams, something to wash away, protect and moisturise together.
This nurturing formulation effectively soothes irritation in the nappy area with witch hazel extract and cotton extract. It strengthens the skin barrier and forms a breathable protective film on the skin. Natural almond, sesame and jojoba oil from controlled organic cultivation promote skin regeneration. FRESH baby bum cream can be used after every nappy change to prevent nappy rash.
FRESH baby bum foam: the eco-friendly alternative to baby wipes RRP 50 ml, £8.61
Whether you’re at home or out and about: This innovative FRESH baby bum foam cleanses sensitive baby skin in the nappy area gently yet thoroughly. Skin-soothing ingredients such as witch hazel extract and cotton extract effectively groom baby’s delicate skin. Applied to a soft, washable cloth, FRESH baby bum foam is an excellent alternative to baby wipes and can also be used on hands and face. It doesn’t need to be rinsed off. – Our little one loved this, especially seeing the foam come out of the pump. She thought it was playtime not just freshening up time! The bottle size was super handy to take along to the beach or the pool, or to pop in a bag for the flight.
FRESH baby oil: a real all-rounderRRP 50 ml, £7.66
Whether used for daily skin care, relaxing baby massages or gentle cleaning, FRESH baby oil was developed for the special needs of baby skin which quickly dries out and loses moisture. The unique combination of pharmaceutical-grade sesame, jojoba, almond and evening primrose oil from controlled organic cultivation grooms and regenerates the skin. Organic extracts of oat and vanilla soothe the skin and have an antioxidant effect. This was the perfect finishing addition after a long day in the beautiful sunshine, once free of all the creams, sand and more we would smother everyone in this (even the adults) to help lock in moisture keep our skin feeling super soft!
This super set is one that we will be keeping with us, especially when we are on the go and exploring allof the summer fun – we will have baby bum foam in our pocket, and to hand for all our big days out including glamping under the stars!
Goosebumps galore, laughter and tears… be prepared for a rollercoaster ride and plenty of surprises from Warner Bros. Pictures “The Flash,” directed by Andy Muschietti
We see Ezra Miller reprising their role as Barry Allen in the DC Super Hero’s first-ever standalone feature film. Worlds collide in “The Flash” when Barry uses his superpowers to travel back in time in order to change the events of the past. But when his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, Barry becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod has returned, threatening annihilation, and there are no Super Heroes to turn to. That is, unless Barry can coax a very different Batman out of retirement and rescue an imprisoned Kryptonian… albeit not the one he’s looking for. Ultimately, to save the world that he is in and return to the future that he knows, Barry’s only hope is to race for his life. But will making the ultimate sacrifice be enough to reset the universe?
The film was truly an amazing watch and had us laughing from start to finish. The endless surprises (I cannot spoil them because y’know it wouldn’t land any where near as well if you know!) made for great moments of humour and nods to the past and present of DC.
Be prepared to live the ups and downs of Barry Allen’s heartbreaking story… and welcome him open armed to the future of DC. Thank you Warner Bros… **Press Invite**
Michael B Jordan returns as director and Adonis Creed
You can’t run from your past, but you should be running to the cinema this weekend, for the next installment of Creed. From Metro Goldwyn MayerPictures comes Creed III, with Michael B. Jordan making his directorial debut and returning in the role of Adonis Creed in the third installment of the hit franchise.
After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed has been thriving in both his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy, Damian (Jonathan Majors), resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, (with a huge chip on his shoulder, believing his friend had taken his place in life) he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring; and that Heavyweight Champion of the world should be his. The face-off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle Damian a fighter who has nothing to lose.
Now this may be the mum in me, but I have to applaud the focus and light that is given to Bianca and Amara (Mila Kent) and how the film is bringing loss of hearing and or deafness to the forefront of peoples minds and onto the big screen. This making children in the same situation feel like they are represented, so I sit back and applaud!
It’s great to feel every moment, and emotion throughout the film, from the sheer love between the family and Adonis’ protection for his mumma; to hatred and jealously from former friends.
Michael B Jordan stars alongside Jonathan Majors
The film also stars Tessa Thompson, Jonathan Majors, Florian Munteanu, newcomer Mila Kent, and Phylicia Rashad.
Head down to your local cinema today, and step your foot into the Creed ring! In cinemas from 3rd March 2023
Fresh from Steven Soderbergh’s hands… Just in time for Valentine’s Day the third installment of the blockbuster Magic Mike film franchise, the musical comedy Magic Mike’s Last Dance landed in cinemas around the country.
Brought to us by the creative team behind the first film, which garnered praise from critics and audiences alike, they have reunited to create the magic again. Channing Tatum reprises his role as Mike Lane, bringing us lots of laughs, plenty of steam and cheek to charm the viewers imagination into thinking… that could be me.
Salma Hayek Pinault stars alongside Channing Tatum, bringing us a sexy and strong willed front woman, who faces the reality of life in many ways.
“Magic” Mike Lane (Tatum) takes to the stage again after a lengthy hiatus, following a business deal that went bust, leaving him broke and taking bartender gigs in Florida. For what he hopes will be one last hurrah, Mike heads to London with a wealthy socialite (Hayek Pinault) who lures him with an offer he can’t refuse…and an agenda all her own. With everything on the line, once Mike discovers what she truly has in mind, will he—and the roster of hot new dancers he’ll have to whip into shape—be able to pull it off?
Also starring with Tatum and Hayek Pinault are Ayub Khan Din (“Ackley Bridge”), newcomer Jemelia George, Juliette Motamed (“We Are Lady Parts”) and Vicki Pepperdine (“Johnny English Strikes Again”).
Watch the trailer here now – and book your tickets today, it’s not something you’d want to miss! (Mike & Max’s first encounter is one to wait for!)
Magicube by GeomagWorld has evolved, and added another amazing addition to their range.
They’ve added the wonderful ‘Magicube Shapes’ set to the range – bringing you wheels, triangles, semi spheres and curved triangular pieces to the sets. This opening up the world of creativity and imagination for little ones!
The original sets are made of 16 amazing magnetic cubes, leaving the door open to be creative and build with ease for little hands. Made from 100% recycled plastic, the new Magicube shapes, help to shape big imaginations, and development through engaging playtime.
Children can learn whilst playing and evolve their building skills, which makes for the perfect recipe for kids to thrive, whilst having fun. The new shapes include a half cube, half sphere and a quarter circle, meaning the detail of the build can really reach new heights. George was delighted to add to his sets. He has grown with the basic cubes at 18m old, developing his basic building skills to a now wild imaginative boy with limitless options of what he can build now… and i’m sure he can just keep on growing with Magicube.
Help your little one to unleash their inner imagination, and build on – with The Geomag 204 Magicube Shapes Little world 32-piece set, £39.19 from Amazon
It’s time to meet the hero before heroes even existed… Nearly 5,000 years after he was bestowed with the almighty powers of the ancient gods, and imprisoned just as quickly, Black Adam (Dwayne Johnson) is freed from his earthly tomb, ready to unleash his unique form of justice on the modern world. Not wanting to be known as the hero more of an anti hero, we watch Black Adam be liberated from his attachment to earth, and unleash his fury on the modern world.
Now I could be the first to say I’m guilty of thinking Johnson’s films tend to be a tad cheesy (sorry) but this one surprised me, and we thoroughly enjoyed another DC Character coming into the fold. It’s action packed, with plenty to get your teeth into. So add it to your to watch list, and sit back with your snacks this weekend to give it a watch; available on direct download services or DVD & BlueRay
The film stars the voice of Dwayne Johnson (“the “Jumanji” films, “Moana”). As well as the voices of Aldis Hodge (TV’s “City on a Hill,” “One Night in Miami” film) as Hawkman, Noah Centineo (“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” film) as Atom Smasher, Sarah Shahi (TV’s “Sex/Life,” “Rush Hour 3” film) as Adrianna, Marwan Kenzari (“Murder on the Orient Express,” “The Mummy” films) as Ishmael, Quintessa Swindell (“Voyagers,” film and TV’s “Trinkets”) as Cyclone, Bodhi Sabongui (TV’s “A Million Little Things”) as Amon, and Pierce Brosnan (the “Mamma Mia!” and James Bond franchises) as Dr. Fate.
Pierce Brosnan & Sarah Shahi feature
Why not grab your copy (now out on DVD & Blueray) and watch this outstanding and electrifying rated film with some popcorn and a pizza in the warm this weekend…
The holidays are nearing an end, and we all have so much to do, so its the perfect time to be at home together and buy or rent a film to watch together as a family. Superhero fans will undoubtedly enjoy watching Inseperable best friends ‘Krypto‘ the super-dog (voiced by Dwayne Johnson) and Superman fight crime across Metropolis side-by side in the new Warner Bros. Pictures’ animated action adventure feature film “DC League of Super-Pets,” from director Jared Stern.
Superman and Krypto
When Superman and the rest of the Justice League are kidnapped, Krypto must convince a bunch of shelter pack strays (Ace the hound [Kevin Hart], PB the potbellied pig, Merton the turtle and Chip the squirrel) to master their own newfound powers and help him rescue the superheroes.
George is now a massive superhero fan, plus give him small animals too and we are on for a winning combination. The heart warming spin of inseparable friends gives little ones a dream to look forward to making their bestest of friends in the coming weeks as some start school, plus add in some action and we just couldn’t pull him away! There’s plenty of fun and action to keep the whole family entertained, plus Kevin Harts ‘Ace’ et al; keeps the adults in tune too with the odd witty remark which goes by unnoticed by the kids. What great script writing!
L-R Merton, PB, Krypto, Chip & Ace
You’ll recognise some other big names throughout the film too, including Kate McKinnon, John Krasinski, Vanessa Bayer, Natasha Lyonne, Diego Luna, Marc Maron, Thomas Middleditch, Ben Schwartz, & Keanu Reeves
Take a sneak peak at the trailer of DC League of Super Pets online here and make sure you have popcorn on the go, and settle in for family time, when you buy or rent on various streaming services nationwide (such as Sky Store)
Alternatively own it on Blue-Ray or DVD from 10th October …
DC League of Super-Pets” Blu-ray contains the following special features:
How to Draw Krypto
Behind the Super Voices
Super-Pets Animation 101
The World of Super-Pets
Find the Easter Eggs
Deleted Scenes
“DC League of Super-Pets” DVD contains the following special feature:
Time for a cuppa… It’s that perfect time of year to be sitting down and snuggling up with a cup of tea or a hot chocolate; so of course we are doing just that with our #thorbjornfrostydesserts tea set from @dantoy.dk (https://dantoy.dk/en/bio/)
Another fantastic playset from Dantoy ~ The first plastic toy manufacturer to have its products Nordic Ecolabelled. Meaning that their toys live up to the world’s strictest requirements. All of their sets are amazing – in some cases made from sugarcane! Read more here: 🌳🍃 Play for the world 🍃🌳 and here Go green and reduce your carbon footprint with Dantoy Toys!
George is quite chuffed to be serving up his ‘CupTea!’ to everyone… Buy yours and join in at Amazon.co.uk, or Smyths Toys ~ thank you so much @dantoy.dk #gifteditem —————————————————
DantoyXThorbjorn tea set: Available at Amazon and Smyths Toys
Etta Loves make the most beautiful muslins, blankets and playmats that use science to support the development of our little ones vision, through scientifically scaled patterns. We share some amazing hacks directly from Etta Loves to help with day-to-day tasks promoting calm and intrigue from little ones.
Etta loves 3 piece drawing pack … from ettaloves.com | Blanket from thewhitecompany.com
Are car journeys not fun for you and little ones? My little one tends to love a snooze… but if yours doesn’t – Hang a sensory muslin over the backseat that baby faces for cooing car rides!
Do you have a tiny escapee at change time?Suspend one of these amazing prints (try the eye print drawn by Jen’s daughter Etta herself) in your baby’s eyeline for lots of staring and less squirming!
Need to encourage more tummy time? Lay a muslin across your chest whilst lying back. This will encourage little ones to lift their heads and practice on you! Move the muslin up to your shoulder during a feed to keep babies focused and awake whilst catching dribbles!
Finally… Are you longing for five minutes peace to enjoy your shower? Pop baby in a bouncer (or in your choice of seat or mat for when you shower) and hang your favourite Etta Loves muslin over the side of the bath or on a radiator (out of reach) for a lingering hot shower!
Buy this 3 piece drawing print set of muslins online now for just £27 online at Etta Loves
Did you know? Etta Loves have recently formed a partnership with the world renowned Sussex Baby Lab … Read more here!
Super soft and snuggly clothing is what we all look for especially for our little ones!
Fairy Non Bio Pods & Fabric Softener
We’ve been putting #fairynonbio pods and fabric softener from @joyofclean to the test and we love it… in all honesty we always have. It leaves all our little divas clothes huggably soft and smelling divine! #softnessateverystep
Buy your Fairy Non Bio products from all major supermarkets, and retailers such as HomeBargains nationwide!
Safety – Always make sure to store your washing essentials out of reach of little hands, making sure you close the box with a click clack! ad #gifted #savvycircle @supersavvymeofficial
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