Pregnancy Update - 16 weeks

Wow I cannot believe how the time is flying this time round, I think I am just so busy with the little man there is hardly time to think about it and my growing bump - which I can say has finally arrived (this striped top covers it well). I have found it harder to sleep lately, my mind seems so active at night but otherwise I am all good. I am in a strange part of the pregnancy with regards to clothing, not quite there on maternity clothes yet it's getting a bit of a squeeze to get into my normal jeans. Also as we are gearing up for a holiday this week has also been all about relaxing, finding calm and keeping on top of things and I personally prefer to use natural products and have always sworn by Rescue Remedy especially when travelling, which is the first thing I am going to pack on our holiday to France. It simply helps to find that inner calm and clarity. ...

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Eco travel beauty essentials and holiday wishing

So in the past month we have done two short trips, each with a night away, one to London and one to Bath. Both times we have packed our overnight essentials, things that keep our skin hydrated and sooth the soul as travel can be quite stressful and I think that using plant and natural based products help your skin to replenish it's natural balance. Laura's picks When on the road you always need a good replenishing moisturiser and I love my Neal Yards rehydrating rose daily moisture which is perfect when your in the big smoke or at the seaside and your skin is drying out, using essential oils and certified organic ingredients it nurtures your ski, making it feel wonderfully soft. The next is my travel size Pink Grapefruit shower gel from The Body shop, it's zesty and peps you up in the morning ready for the day, it's also made in the UK and of course against animal testing. I cannot go anywhere without my little bottle of Rescue remedy, a great natural way t......

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