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Barbie x Ackermans Look Book

Barbie x Ackermans Look Book

Remember those days when you swore your child wouldn’t wear any character clothing? Oh how I laugh now! As much as I love a very toned-down look personally, my girls love bright, colourful and LOUD so I can’t help but oblige with a few specific pieces in their...

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Quick reviews

Quick reviews

I've been putting these quick reviews together over the last few weeks and I kinda love it. I love being able to share bits and pieces that I try out with you; there's a pretty decent variety packed in here, some lifestyle, some beauty bits, a new blog that I...

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Best of 2020 – Kids

Best of 2020 – Kids

Ah 2020, what a year you've been, definitely one we won't forget in a hurry! Despite it's ups and many downs, product wise it's been amazing and so I'm so excited for my Best of 2020 series, kicking off today with the kids version. There are no more babies in our...

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How to make parenting easier

How to make parenting easier

There's no two ways about it, mom life (and dad life!) can be rough, but over the last 4 odd years, Dan and I have learnt thing or two about how to make parenting easier. These tips and tricks are just a few adjustments that we made in our day to day life, simple...

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Easy peasy oat cakes, full of goodness

Easy peasy oat cakes, full of goodness

Our family loves oats, and so oat cakes have been on my baking list for ages! Like most of my recipes, they're super versatile, use whatever fruit you have laying around and pretty affordable as well which is always a plus. If you'd like to amp them up even more, you...

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Veggie muffins – toddler approved!

Veggie muffins – toddler approved!

You all seem to love the toddler and baby approved recipes that I share over on Instagram every now and then and so I thought that I would share this recipe for veggie muffins. Both of my girls are really good about eating their vegetables but I’m always trying to add...

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An easy peach bake that hits the spot

An easy peach bake that hits the spot

I whipped up this peach bake after my girls decided that actually, they don't eat peaches anymore and I had just bought a whole bunch... toddlers, right?! Baking isn't really my forte; something always sticks or ends up tasting like bicarb, however I'm proud to say...

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Sensory Activities for Bathtime

Sensory Activities for Bathtime

My gran used to say it to my mom, and now my mom says it to me “If the kids are giving you a rough time, just stick them in the bath” and let me tell you, it works wonders! On those rough lockdown days, I’ve popped the girls into the bath and after half an hour or so,...

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Chickpea and potato curry: quick, easy and affordable

Chickpea and potato curry: quick, easy and affordable

Is it just me or has the chilly weather come early? Not that I'm complaining - I love the cooler weather and it's the perfect time for comfort food. This past weekend I whipped up some chickpea and potato curry and it was an absolute winner that I couldn't not share...

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DIY Busy book for babies: textured fish

DIY Busy book for babies: textured fish

DIY busy book for babies week one, finally! Busy books (or quiet books) can be an absolute lifesaver for not only your toddler, but also your baby. Maia loves hers and it can keeps her occupied for ages car rides, restaurants, in the mall, you get the idea. I'm so...

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My week in outfits

My week in outfits

I'm no fashion guru but I like to think that I can throw an outfit together relatively well and so I decided to show off my week in outfits, plus you all seemed super keen on the idea! Some of the pieces aren't available in store anymore so I've linked similar finds...

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Affirmations for parents that I use often

Affirmations for parents that I use often

Being a parent is hard work; not only are you trying to keep a small human alive, but when you pop that kid out, you automatically open yourself up to a whole new world of criticism and judgement. And not only from other people, but from yourself as well! I know this...

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Post Natal Depression – The Second Time Around

Post Natal Depression – The Second Time Around

If there is one thing that I have never been shy to speak about, it’s my struggle with post natal depression. It took me by complete surprise after I had Aria; not because I didn’t think that I would get it, but more because the symptoms weren’t what I expected. You...

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How to start your baby on solids – our experience

How to start your baby on solids – our experience

Since starting Maia on solids (and to be honest, since I started Aria on solids almost three years ago), I've received countless messages asking how to start your baby on solids. Where to start? What do you need? How do you know when they're ready? Well, I finally sat...

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