In our home quality wins over quantity, that's why I'm always on the hunt for the best Christmas gifts for kids! We've already shared our gift ideas for tweens so today it's the preschool to 9-year-old's turn. This gift list has been put together and approved by both...
I love a good gift guide! Especially for those "less than easy" to buy for loved ones. So, this year, I roped in our 10year old and together we came up with a few gift ideas for tweens... Categorised according to the “4 gift rule“, also known as the “Wear, Read,...
We love a good gift guide. Especially one created WITH the kids and seeing as we've just celebrated Ava's 4th birthday we thought it would be a great time to share all the presents she's been enjoying and playing with the most! Maybe her TOP 10 will provide a few gift...
It's not always easy knowing where to buy eco-friendly toys in South Africa... Which brands are "green" and how do I find them hidden amongst the countless others. Don't worry mama, I've done the digging for you and found the best eco toys from the most reliable...
When it comes to supporting local, one of the easiest ways we, as parents, can do so, is by buying wooden toys made in South Africa! There's just something extra special about a toy lovingly crafted from nature... It's a win for your child, and a win for your home -...
It's been a long, challenging year for teachers and more than ever we need to show our appreciation! It's not about big, expensive gifts but rather about saying "thank you" in a thoughtful manner. Whether you go for homemade gifts, a handwritten note or something from...
2020 has been the year of play! With many parents and little ones staying safe and at home. Play has been brought to the forefront and we all now understand the value it holds - not just for fun but also for learning, exploring and growing. Playing however doesn't...
2020 has shown that we all still have a lot of hard work ahead of us. Especially when it comes to encouraging a world where all kids feel valued, beautiful and important. Words can't "fix" everything. In fact, our actions are far more important. So where can we start?...
What do I buy for my baby? What toys will my toddler actually play with and how many gifts are enough? That's the questions I've been asked at least once a day for the past 2 weeks and with Christmas less than a month away I've finally complete our Christmas Gift...
It's no secret, in our home we are all massive Barbie fans - even Mr. Perfect plays his part as Ken (and sometimes Skipper too). This year we've especially enjoyed getting to know the brand we all love so dearly. From celebrating Barbie's 59th birthday to designing...
Christmas is around the corner and in our home we like spoiling one another with a little surprise under the tree. I love seeing the girl's eyes light up as they unwrap a special toy they've been asking for all year and nothing beats playing together on the carpet...
Our little Ava is one and for her 1st birthday we celebrated with a beautiful party (more coming soon) and her own room. A cozy space all to herself wasn't the only gift she got. Ava received a few wonderful presents and I taught it would be handy to share them with...
