Today’s post is from Bron from the great new site Mumlyfe, which is a parenting site for mums of older kids. I have known Bron for many years and she has a fabulous …
Santa’s Magical Kingdom 2018 Ticket Giveaway
Have you been to Santa’s Magical Kingdom? I know it is a highlight of the festive season for many families. Santa’s Magical Kingdom is an interactive walk-through adventure land including everything that …
Irish Celtic ticket giveaway
My first trip overseas was to Ireland and I have a soft spot for all things Irish. If you are also a fan of Irish culture then you will love this giveaway! …
Children’s Book Week 2018 – resources, teachers’ notes and activities for kids
Over the last few years I have collated a post with resources for a selection of books which have made the CBCA short list. Going through the CBCA lists is a great …
Book review – Wired to Eat by Robb Wolf
Please note this post does not in any way constitute medical or dietary advice. It is simply my review of a book and the personal experimentation I have conducted. Wired to Eat …
My 5 current tips to help me work smarter not harder
When asked that awkward question “So what do you do?” I respond, I write a blog. This answer generally kicks off another series of questions. Sometimes people ask me for my best …
Pukka Organic Teas giveaway
This giveaway has now closed – congratulations to Joanna! Please check your inbox for more details. I am super excited to present this giveaway! I have been a huge fan of Pukka …
Weleda Almond Soothing Facial Care Set Giveaway!
This giveaway has now closed. Congratulations to Prachi – please check your inbox for more details! Earlier this year I shared some beauty products that I loved, one of which was Weleda Almond …
What other families do – a single child with special needs
This post has been contributed by a lovely reader of the blog as part of an ongoing series “What other families do”. You can find more posts in this series here. Marta …
Teenage girls and social media
Today’s post is from the wonderful Martine Oglethorpe of The Modern Parent. Martine is an educator, counsellor and speaker who specialises in the area of technology and the family. She has a …
Four year olds and getting dressed
Four year olds are gorgeous creatures, but they can come with challenges. For many parents getting a four year old dressed in a timely fashion can be a huge issue. In recent …
Monthly review – tips for a simple, sustainable winter wardrobe
About two and a half years ago, I made the decision to simplify my wardrobe. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made and I have continued to keep …
What other families do – life with medically complex children
This post has been contributed by a truly amazing reader of the blog as part of an ongoing series “What other families do”. You can find more posts in this series here. …
What other families do – single parenting a tween
This post has been contributed by a lovely reader of the blog as part of an ongoing series “What other families do”. You can find more posts in this series here. The …
Tupperware Modular Mates + Chef Series Pro Knives Giveaway!
This giveaway has now closed. Congratulations to Jodie from QLD. Check your inbox for more details! Keeping the pantry tidy is a common challenge I hear from most parents. This is one …
this family life episode 48: why productivity is more than time management
this family life is back for another season! This season it is a slightly different format. I am hosting 10 short solo episodes on some key areas of family life to help …
FIFA World Cup 2018 – flags and activities for kids
We first did this activity for the first time with the 2010 FIFA World Cup. You can read my post about it here in which I highlight not only what a great learning activity …
What other families do – camping with kids
This post has been contributed by a lovely reader of the blog as part of an ongoing series “What other families do”. You can find more posts in this series here. Many …