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Why Pure Beginnings Organic Skincare is best for your baby!

Why Pure Beginnings Organic Skincare is best for your baby!

Since falling pregnant with our firstborn in 2011, Pure Beginnings has been the number 1 skincare brand used for our babies. Four kids later and we still haven't found a better option, hence this blogpost... We want all parents to know how easy it is to choose organic...

Easy to order, quality, custom-made blockout blinds South Africa

Easy to order, quality, custom-made blockout blinds South Africa

Currently we are in the process of yet another bedroom make-over and this time it's Eliana's turn... For years our girls shared a room but as they grow older, they need a space to call their own. So, Eliana moved into what used to be the playroom and we are working...

Cricut Joy Xtra review & giveaway

Cricut Joy Xtra review & giveaway

Earlier this month I was invited to attend the Cricut Valentines Day event. It was a morning of fun, laughter and most of all creativity! We also got introduced to the NEWEST addition of the Cricut family and I was so impressed, I knew I had to share MORE. Hence this...

DOPAMINE DECOR by H&M

DOPAMINE DECOR by H&M

* This post is sponsored by Superbalist. Trends come and go but ever so often one will arrive and grab everyone’s attention. Love it or hate it… Dopamine Decor certainly makes an impact and can’t be ignored. This fun and exciting trend has its root in neuroscience and...

Stellarize Your Life: Pregnancy and Baby Journal made in South Africa

Stellarize Your Life: Pregnancy and Baby Journal made in South Africa

Over the years I've used various pregnancy and baby journals. Some local, some international and even photobooks I created myself. All hold different pros and cons. So, when I fell pregnant with our 4th little miracle, the choice was easy… I knew exactly which journal...

WIN tickets to Decorex 2023

WIN tickets to Decorex 2023

Joburg Decor & Design Week is HERE and celebrating its 30th anniversary! It's a must-visit for any decor enthusiast. As always Decorex 2023 promises to brings together industry leaders, talented individuals who share ideas and resources AND the best local and...

How to get the most out of Black Friday 2023

How to get the most out of Black Friday 2023

* This post is sponsored by Superbalist. I know it may be months away (November 24th to be exact) but in an effort to NOT get swept up in the usual Black Friday frenzy, I'm sharing 5 tips that have helped me get the most out of Black Friday, year after year... 1. Plan...

An easy Easter pudding to make with the kids

An easy Easter pudding to make with the kids

Easter is the most special time of the year for our family (and many other Christians around the world). It's actually a far bigger celebration for some and every year we try our best to observe the holiday in a thoughtful manner with our girls. We will be reading...

Faith based jewellery for kids made in South Africa

Faith based jewellery for kids made in South Africa

I'm the mom that cheers at the top of her voice next to the sports field. The mom who swallows her tears when her kids do well and when they fall down. The mom that gives one more embarrassing wave or kiss at the gate. Yes, I'm "that mom", the one that made me...

best planner for moms + tips on how to “bloom” in the new year

best planner for moms + tips on how to “bloom” in the new year

Still in disbelief as I type this BUT... 2023 is on the horizon! Another year sped by in the blink of an eye and I have a feeling things will keep speeding up, especially as I try my best to juggle home life, work life, playschool, primary school, family, friends and...

Local Christmas shopping 2022 | South Africa

Local Christmas shopping 2022 | South Africa

It's only 54 days till "the most WONDERFUL day of the year". Mr. Bublé is already playing as I'm writing this and I can almost taste "Ouma Myra's" gingerbread cookies. It's also time to place those festive orders because... Supporting local means we have to plan ahead...

Why you need to start planning for Cyber Monday, NOW!

Why you need to start planning for Cyber Monday, NOW!

* This post is sponsored by Superbalist. I don't do well in big crowds, busy shopping centers, or when needing to fight for that last marked-down item in-store. In fact, everything about BLACK FRIDAY makes me anxious, that's why Cyber Monday is more "our thing". I can...

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