What To Expect From Your 11 Year Old
As you embark on the adventurous journey of parenting a tween, here are some helpful tips and bits of information to help you prepare. Cognitive development The 11-year-old brain is becoming more adept and is now capable of abstract thought. Abstract theories such as love and justice are now comprehensible. They are also capable of […]
Tips For Going Back To Work After Kids
Recently I have started back at work 4 days a week after three years of freelancing. It’s a huge leap from working my own hours at home. There have some challenges along the way so I thought I would impart my wisdom and share with you what I have learnt. Organisation is everything. There was […]
5 Ways To Reduce Your Chances of Getting Sick This Winter
This time of year is synonymous with cold and flu. Short of locking yourself in a germ proof chamber, boosting your immunity to help prevent the spread of illness is you and your family’s best defence. Here are some ways to help boost the whole families immunity. 1. Get More Sleep If you have young […]
4 Things I Wish Someone Told Me Before I Had A Baby
When I was pregnant with my first baby, I thought I knew all there was to know about having babies. Shortly after I had a baby, I heard all kinds of horror stories and experienced things I had no idea even existed. So as a community service announcement, I’m going to share with you the […]
5 Tips to Help You Stay Calm
Meditation is so hot right now. It’s up there with kale and turmeric lattes. I don’t blame people for getting put off by the thought of meditating. Hoping this trend, like many others will pass. Thing is though, meditating has been around since the dawn of time. Scientists are now on board with neurological studies […]
What Really Happens When You Smack Your Kids?
I remember I was at a party, a group of mates were all regaling tales of the outrageous ways their parents disciplined them. We all laughed and shared some pretty scary stories. At the time it was hilarious. Now that I have my own children, I find those stories pretty unnerving. The fact is, many […]
This Is How You Cancel Out Calories By Doing Nothing … I Kid You Not
Everyone aspires to lead a healthy lifestyle, eat less, exercise more and floss daily. Generally, being healthy requires a great deal of effort. Meal planning, gym workouts, calorie counting, it all gets a bit tedious. If only there was a way to achieve peak physical fitness by doing nothing at all. What if I told […]
How To Get Balance Back Into Your Life When Busy Takes Over
When I ask a mum how she is, the reply is a very long list of events, work commitments, chores and other all-consuming dealings that have robbed her of her time. The list ends in an exasperated sigh of, “I’m just so busy”. The last part is usually worn like a badge of honour. Look […]
Here’s How To Maintain A Sex Life After Kids
After you have a baby there is a long checklist of why you aren’t interested in any bedroom activity. For fun, here are a few: Four hours of broken sleep might leave you a little tired Having a small human on your boobs all day may lead to not wanting anyone to touch you for […]
Why Do Men Get Praise For Just Being a Dad?
I want to say straight up that my husband is a great dad and an exceptional husband. I love him dearly and this source of anger is in no way a reflection on him, rather our society at large. Oftentimes I’m told by other mums (and sometimes dads) how lucky I am to have a […]