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Why Mother’s Day Means More To Me Now Than It Did Before
I wanted to write this post for last years mothers day, but as we all know, life just gets so busy and I put it aside. Now, that I get to experience yet another Mothers Day, I thought it high time I put pen to paper. Yesterday (the 11th of May, 2019), as we celebrated my son’s 2nd birthday, I sat watching my children run around and explore… busy, adventurous and with a zest for life that, I must admit, I wish I had. I sat there thinking about what their lives would have turned out to be; if I had died (I know this sounds depressing, but stay with…
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What I Want My Girls To Learn From Caster Semenya
Imagine the possibility of taking a sneak peak through the looking glass of your little girl’s future… not to see what she might become, what career path she may choose to follow, or who she may choose to love and share life with… but to anticipate some of the struggles and challenges she will face, some of the criticism she will endure, some of the opposition she will confront. Now take that little girl, with all her fanciful dreams and unbridled aspirations, and tell her about these struggles, challenges, criticism and opposition you’ve seen (for these things will surely come!). But what would you want her to leave that conversation…
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Why we should talk to our children about voting, X’sê!
As parents there are many topics we just never discuss with our children, especially when they’re younger. Perhaps because we think they’re not ready for it, or that they wouldn’t understand it; perhaps because we just don’t have the energy to explain, or to face all the awkward questions that may follow. With the General Elections on May 8th just around the corner, here are 5 reasons why we should talk to our children about voting. We have a voice… One of the most powerful aspects of democracy is that the voice of the people matter – and that it matters because the voice of every person matters. It’s not…
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Week 25 #itsok Linky
A new week, a new link up!!! Thank you to everyone that joined our little group of linkers last week! I have been so busy organising the launch of South Africa’s (Yup that’s where I am from) newest most brutal and honest parenting platform, along with my awesome partner Leigh Tayler of The Ugly Truth Of Being A Mom. Parenty believes in a world with more than one story of parenthood. And we are here to offer a voice to them all. Parenty is a space for parents to escape to, to find comfort in, to share and listen, to seek and find, to laugh, cry and rage. I won’t…
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If I Could Throw Tantrums Like A Toddler!
I find myself in somewhat of a predicament at the moment. You see, I have 3 primary school children and 2 toddlers. Well, one has just become a pre-schooler, but I don’t see any difference – yet! I find myself enjoying the school going children far more than I am the toddlers at the moment. I hide my head in shame! Shouldn’t I be enjoying every stage of every child? In a perfect parenting world right! Toddlers are, in my opinion, the craziest, messiest, most infuriating, emotionally unstable, unreasonable, frustrating, tiring little people you could spend time with… and couldn’t imagine your life without. – Stuff Moms Say And yes,…
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Puma x Barbie the Nova Collection
Think Pink. Be Unstoppable. Sports company PUMA and Barbie are back with an exciting capsule collection to celebrate 60 glorious years of the famed doll. Bringing to life her love for sports, fashion and style, the collaboration includes a special edition NOVA x BARBIE sneaker pack. Barbie and her signature pink style have ruled over the fashion world since 1959. Today, this 11-inch icon is getting in touch with her street wear side. Introducing the PUMA x BARBIE take on the Nova, inspired by classic ’90’s gear. with retro logos, loud pops of colour, and throwback vibes, it’s a kick that draws from the past- and is ready for a…
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The Kids Gym opens in Cedar Square
An action-packed space for SA kids to get fit The number of South African children suffering from obesity doubled in six years, according to recent reports, with the country’s children at risk from poor nutrition and the sedentary lifestyles that have become synonymous with increased access to tables and other technologies. This is all in an environment where it’s just not safe for children to be sent to ‘go out and play’ unsupervised. The Kids Gym, now open at the centrally located and upmarket Cedar Square in Northern Johannesburg, is the answer for parents wanting to take their children to a non-competitive space that nurtures a love for physical activity,…
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Inspired by Babies – Created by Pampers
**Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. The new Pampers Baby Dry nappies were sent to us to review. However, the views and opinions expressed are my own. ** Pampers has established a new standard of excellence with the launch of #PampersAirMagic #PampersAirMagicMoment Air Channel in their Pampers Baby-Dry range We have always been fans of the Pampers nappies. Five children in, I think it is safe to say, we are experienced nappy users and I can promise you, there is no better disposable nappy. It doesn’t matter if you are a new mom or an experienced mom when you find that product that works, you hang on to…
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Do We Really Know What Our Children Are Eating?
DECIPHER FOOD LABELS WITH THESE SIMPLE TIPS If you’ve ever been stumped looking at food label wording in the supermarket aisle, trying to decipher GDA from NRV’s, per 100g from per serving, kilojoules from calories and more, then you’re not alone. Translating the nutritional information on a food label into actionable knowledge can get confusing for most consumers. Nestlé South Africa decided to survey some of its Good Food Conversations community to uncover just how confusing nutritional information really is. While most of the consumers surveyed recognised the importance of wellness, proper nutrition and were taking steps towards living healthier lifestyles, they also admitted they didn’t go too much out of their…
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Geocaching – Technology and 21st Century Fun
In this day and age, while technology rules the roost, getting our kids outdoors can be difficult. Surfing the Web on Ipads, “connecting” with friends through social media apps on smartphones, or (if you’re old-school) playing games on Xbox or PlayStation, often takes preference over getting out, running around, rolling on the grass and jumping in the pool. I for one don’t like seeing my kids stuck inside when they could be enjoying the great outdoors and making memories. I have nothing against technology, however, I do feel that there needs to be a balance between incorporating it into our daily lives alongside good old fashioned Gross-Motor activities. If you’re…
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Should I Be Sleep Training My Child?
I’ve come to the point where I seriously think I need help – sleep help? Do I? That’s the question I have been asking myself so much these past few weeks. I keep telling myself that it will all end soon. Doesn’t it? I never had to sleep train my older 4 children. My eldest 2 sons just slept through. I mean, they woke up early and that was fine, but they generally slept from 7 pm to 5 am. My 2 daughters slept well. They would feed, sleep until about 1 am, feed and sleep until 6 am. I’m totally clueless at this point! However, this last little guy…
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Mom Guilt vs Teacher Guilt
There are so many changes happening in my life right now… “Mom” choices I’ve needed to make… You know the kind; when your decision directly affects the life of your family in a way that goes beyond what the kids eat for breakfast. Its taken its toll on me, but I’ve had a few months to reflect on where I need want to be. Searching myself, figuring out what is important right now, and even confronting the sense of self-imposed guilt that comes with putting ‘self’ first. Let me tell you the story… We’ve been back in South Africa for just over a year and I haven’t been blogging that…
