Teaching children to be responsible with money can be challenging, especially when they so often see us wave our cards to make any purchase. As many of my friends ask me, I thought I share with you some simple tips on teaching children about money with jars and cute labels using my Cricut Maker. Sponsored […]
12 super fun ways to have fun on a trampoline
There are so many super fun ways to have fun on a trampoline, regardless of age. Here are 12 super fun ways to have fun on a trampoline, as we excitedly demonstrate on our new trampoline from Vuly Play. Sponsored by : Vuly Play Having grown up with a trampoline as a child, I couldn’t […]
How to support your child in maths at home
Regardless of how well your child understands the concepts of Maths, sometimes as parents we can feel completely out of our depth and feel unable to support them when they need it. In this post I share with you some simple ideas in how to support your child in maths at home and invite you to […]
Bubs toddler goats milk
This is sponsored by Bubs Australia. I’ve spoken before about Boo’s allergy problems and her sensitive skin conditions. Many of you have children that are the same and I can totally really relate to the challenge. It’s so tough. For us, it was clear from when she was about 6 months of age that we […]
Woolworths Earn and Learn program
The Woolworths ‘Earn & Learn’ program is back in 2017 and I’m so excited to get involved. Sponsored by Woolworths For those of you who don’t know, the Woolworths ‘Earn & Learn’ program supports schools and early learning centres all over Australia to receive a-maaazing educational resources in learning areas such as sport, mathematics, arts, […]
Your child’s artwork printed on a tee
If you’re looking for a unique gift idea for your child to give someone they love, consider getting your child’s artwork printed on a tee. This is possible with Drawsome Gifts, a fabulous Australian company that I love and know you will too! Don’t forget to take advantage of the great discount at the end of […]
Top things to try with the whole family on Xbox One S
Technology and how we use is constantly evolving and I’m always trying to keep up with latest releases. Thanks to Xbox, I’ve been given the opportunity to enjoy their latest console and put it through its paces. Let me share with you all the top things to try with the whole family on Xbox One S […]
Simple Choc Mint Banana Smoothie using Vitasoy
Brought to you by Vitasoy I’d love to share with you something super delicious, healthy and a treat your kids will ask for time and time again. It’s my simple choc mint banana smoothie using Vitasoy soy milk. I know what it’s like, it can be like striking gold when you find something that is […]
How to build confidence in your child
As a parent it can be hard to know how to build confidence in your child, especially when they live in a world that can make anyone feel self conscious. In todays post I’m going to share with you how I work on empowering my daughters and giving them the confidence they need to be […]
How to make an edible herb fairy garden at home with kids
Thanks to Garden Sparkle, we created another special little magical outdoor space that isn’t just gorgeous and perfect for imaginative play, it’s actually edible! Let me share with you how to make an edible herb fairy garden at home with kids. Sponsored by Garden Sparkle If you’ve been following me for a little while, you’d know how […]
Insect Nature Art inspired by Australian Natural Pyrethrins
Brought to you by Australian Natural Pyrethrins Let’s be honest, in Australia we have a wide variety of insects that often like to spoil our fun. They hover around our food when we eat, buzz around our ears when we sleep, and often surprise us by appearing when we least expect it! My two girls, Possum (aged 5 years) […]
How to make a small world mobile fairy garden for indoor and outdoor use
Sometimes the weather changes and changes often, in which case I thought I’d show you how to make a small world mobile fairy garden for indoor and outdoor use. Children just love fairy gardens because there are no rules to constructing them, they ignite creativity and are so great for imaginative play. Fairy gardens are also wonderfully open-ended […]
12 tips to help your baby stop crying in the car
Do you have a baby or young child who struggles with travelling in the car? You are not alone. Both my children absolutely hated their car seat and travelling in the car. Over the years there have been a few things I’ve tried and has proven to work, so hopefully my 12 tips to help your baby stop crying […]
How to empower your child + Warner Bros. giveaway
This is sponsored by Warner Bros. Consumer Products Like all parents, I want the absolute best for my children. I want them to be empowered, to feel confident and be able to strive and enjoy all the opportunities life has to offer. There are times, however, that I want to just wrap my two girls […]
Paper plate lion mane
Sponsored by Disney Junior I know I’m not alone when I say that ‘The Lion King’ Disney movie would have to be one of my absolute favourites. I adore the characters, storyline and please don’t get me started on the music. It gives me goosebumps just thinking about it. Due to its overwhelming success, The […]
Minnie Mouse threaded garland
This is a fun craft activity that preschoolers will love to make over Christmas and that has been inspired by the world famous Minnie Mouse character from the Disney Junior channel, which can be viewed over on Foxtel. It’s a threading activity that will help develop fine motor skills and improve children’s understanding of patterns. It […]
Disney inspired Christmas wrapping paper
Possum (aged 4 years) absolutely loves Minnie Mouse. She has a mountain of dress up costumes but the Minnie Mouse costume gets the most use. To be honest, I don’t blame her. I adore everything about Disney and their many wonderful characters. For me, Disney Junior is a wonderful example of how beautiful and exciting storytelling […]
Digging for worms
Children seem almost programmed to love digging and seeking out interesting things in the ground. I remember as a child I would love digging for worms from the garden. Whilst getting hands dirty outdoors is lots of fun, this is a cute little indoor activity that will tap into your child’s imagination and help them […]
How to give your baby a simple and loving massage
It really is possible for parents to give a simple and loving baby massage and incorporate it into daily routine. Massage is relaxing and research has revealed that routine touch and massage is critical to a baby’s growth and development, communication and learning. In this post I am going to share with you some simple and […]
Disney Junior The Book of Once Upon A Time
This year marks the 70th anniversary of Book Week in Australia, which is a time we celebrate authors and illustrators, as well as pay homage to wonderful characters and stories that capture our heart. With a passion for Disney, I was recently invited to a special behind the scenes filming of, ‘The Book of Once Upon […]
Strong smelling playdough
The world is full of many different smells; some weird, wonderful and breathtakingly bad. In this post I use basic playdough and a mixture of strong smelling powders to create a wonderful sensory experience for kids. This is a sponsored post by Lonely Planet Kids I’m sure like most parents, I want to bring up […]
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This is a sponsored by Johnson’s ® Johnson’s ® is a company name that is familiar to most people. It’s a brand with products that have certainly stood the test of time and become trusted by mums, dads, caregivers, nurses, midwives, just to name a few. In actual fact, Johnson’s® has been setting the global standards in baby […]
Simple dream catcher craft for kids
Here is a simple dream catcher craft for kids using pieces I purchased at the discount variety retailer, The Reject Shop. This craft is easy for children as young as toddler age to make and they look absolutely beautiful when displayed. Sponsored by The Reject Shop One of the most common questions I’m asked by […]
Terrible face paint recipe
Here is a terrible face paint recipe that you don’t want to try, seriously. My blog is very important to me and so I’m always sure to only share recipes, craft ideas and products that are nothing short of wonderful. For a bit of a laugh I thought I’d share one of my fails, because I’m always trying […]
Caring for newborn with pretend play
Children love to engage in all sorts of pretend play and imitating the role of a parent is certainly one of the most enjoyed. Washing, cleaning, preparing food are all experiences they are familiar with happening to them and so it’s often fun to reverse this role and have them take on some caring responsibilities. As many […]
Surviving the nappy change wriggles
It’s almost as soon as your child discovers the joy of their legs that nappy changing time can become a huge and upsetting struggle. Changing a nappy can be so difficult and some children just seem to simply not like their nappy changed. As a parent who has experienced this, I have a few tips to surviving the nappy […]
Fun ways to play with Lego Duplo
Sponsored by LEGO Give a child a box of LEGO DUPLO and they’ll never be bored. These incredible bricks and combination playsets have been around for over 80 years and are continuing to provide children with hours of fun and creative entertainment. It’s also great that LEGO caters for the toddler age group with the larger LEGO DUPLO bricks, […]