Behind the Lens with The Frenchie Mummy
This week we are going Behind the Lens with Cécile from The Frenchie Mummy. Cécile is a first-time mum to Baba. I love Cécile’s humour and I was delighted when she agreed to take part in this series. She shares a sweet snap of her and Baba when he was just three weeks old.
Enjoy!
I could have shared many pics as we took so many of them over the last months with Baba. But I am just going to bore you to tears talking about one shot.
Seulement un, but a very important one to me.

This photo was taken last year on Valentine’s Day.
I remember it very clearly because it was not a romantic day whatsoever.
I was still recovering from Baba’s birth. Both Grumpy Boyfriend and I were knackered because of the lack of sleep.
The landlord had to come in with an electrician to fix something (and it took them forever!)
Usually, we go away around this period as it’s also our anniversary the same week. But not that time. I had booked some tickets to go to the Baby Show.
Baba was just born when I ordered them. I was very much in a ‘mummy mode’ and I thought it would have been a fab day out as a family.
But we didn’t make it. Grumpy Boyfriend had too much work to catch up on.
My friend came around and we just stuffed our face with cakes and coffee while the landlord was telling us stories about his youth.
Probably the worst Valentine’s Day I had with Grumpy Boyfriend. I even vaguely remember going to the local shop some days before and grabbing the first Valentine’s card I could see. At the time, I was totally in the zone.
Le bébé was the only thing that mattered! I didn’t fancy doing much but staying at home and gazing at Baba. I was still too much in pain. And quite frankly a bit astonished that this little thing in my arms was mine!
This picture is one of my favourites because it’s me at my early stage as a maman. You can see how cautious I am holding Baba. Looking at him with admiration and very proud to show him up to my friend, I was clearly in my bubble!
I didn’t even think about it. My friend took her camera out and snapped. Done, caught in the act of musing.
And Baba… Well, look at him! He is well chilled out! He is barely three weeks old on this snap but he is clearly loving the attention already! Half asleep, in mummy’s arms, he is just enjoying it. Two Frenchie ladies (my friend is also française) contemplating him: le rêve!
He knows it and is playing cool… ‘Check me out with my fab dummy in the face!’
Bien sûr, I have many other fancy photos about our fabulous days out and holidays abroad and I could have shared those with you. But who wants to see those! A Frenchie baby just being cute is always the best. Non?
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To get ready, M tried out the official FREE Activity Pack — and it’s brilliant! 🙌
 
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We enjoyed the glorious sunshine this weekend with a trip to Brighton. We went on the @brightoni360official which is right by the sea front.
The i360 pod take a slow journey up, allowing you to take in views across Brighton and the South Downs 450ft above ground. There’s a bar inside with drinks and snacks available to purchase and the experience lasts 25 minutes.
Afterwards, we headed to the open air roller rink for a roller skating session!
The roller rink is:
⭐ Suitable for over 5s
⭐ £6.50 if you have your own skates or £9.50 if you need to hire them
⭐ 45 minutes per session
Full details to visit the i360 + skating
📍 Brighton i360, Lower Kings Road, Brighton BN1 2LN
🚗 Parking nearby (we parked in the Regency Square Car park)
🎟️ Prices start from £25.40 for an adult and £16.90 for a child
🕐 Opening hours are currently Sun-Fri 10.30am-18.30pm and until 19.30pm on Saturdays
☕️ Bar inside the i360, cafe and gift shop
Book tickets here:
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There is plenty for kids to do at @barracudas_activity_day_camps
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![[AD] We have some super exciting news...we have been chosen to be Laser Quest Ambassadors, and the boys are over the moon!
We are really lucky that our local Laser Quest (@laserquestkingston) is just around the corner from us. It means we can pop in of a weekend or anytime during the school holidays, and with summer just around the corner, I know Laser Quest will be one of our go-to places for some family fun.
As well as games of Laser Quest, there are also VR experiences and arcade amusements too. To find out a bit more about how Laser Quest works, you can read my blog post: https://www.suburban-mum.com/laser-quest-kingston/ (clickable link in bio)
Don't forget to keep an eye out for our Laser Quest posts - I'm going to be giving away two family passes to use at Laserquest Kingston!
If you can't wait and want to head down to Laser Quest to try it out, use the code SUMMER30 for 30% off your booking. The code is valid from now until the end of August 2023 and can be used on Laser Quest games and birthday party bookings.
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![[AD] The sun has finally made an appearance and the boys have been making the most of it by spending it 
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They’re go-to is always football and they’ve been trying to improve their aim and accuracy with the new Messi Foldable Footlball goal from the #MessiTrainingSystem range. 
I love the fact the goal is foldable, making it easy to store away when not in use. It is also lightweight so you can effortlessly pack it up  and take it to the park or to a friend’s house.
The Messi Foldable Football Goal retails at £36 and can be purchased from @argos
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![[AD] We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we are Barracuda Ambassadors again this year.
With Easter just around the corner, the boys were sent the @barracudas_activity_day_camps new camp kit in preparation for the school holidays.
There’s a wide range of activities for kids aged 4.5 - 14 including Tennis, Archery, Basketball, Arts & Crafts and more.
If you like the sound of Barracudas, find out more over on their website. You can also save £20 a week or £4 a day, using my discount code: MARIA20](https://suburban-mum.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/336812306_765234558514317_685553691647241974_n.jpg)


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Last weekend we were invited to try out @tsarettaspice’s new Bottomless Brunch menu and I can tell you it was thumbs up all round!
There’s a good choice tapas on offer from Punjabi fish fingers, Indo Chinese Chicken to Spiced Lamb Scotch Eggs and Manchurian Cauliflower (which was amazing!)
If you’re local to Twickenham and fancy giving them a try here’s are the details.
Tsaretta Spice Bottomless Brunch
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⭐️£55 per head for bottomless Champagne
⭐️ Food included: 4 tapas selections and dessert or 2 tapas selections, a pav or naanwich and dessert
⭐️ Non-alcohol brunch is also available
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55 Church Street
Twickenham
TW1 3NR
You can also read our full review over on the blog (link in bio)](https://suburban-mum.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/334565436_5960402314015030_663031098700829518_n.jpg)
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If you want to express love and appreciation for the mother figure(s) in your life, head to Boots.com to find the ideal gift. They have a whole host of gifts, so you can be sure to find something to suit all tastes. Celebrate the #LoveForAllMums this Mother’s Day with Boots.
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