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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...

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...

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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...

DIY Flashcards for babies – 3-6 months

DIY Flashcards for babies – 3-6 months

Last month I shared our FREE Printable flashcards for babies, ages newborn to 3 months. I loved seeing all the downloads and now I am even more excited to share our next set! Your little one has grown so much in such a short time... Baby’s eyesight is improving and...

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...

FREE FLASHCARDS for baby – Newborn to 3 months

FREE FLASHCARDS for baby – Newborn to 3 months

First off, babies don’t “need” flashcards, but they can definitely be a useful resource for parents - especially when you're running low on playtime ideas. Specially designed flashcards for babies will also enrich and assist in early visual and cognitive development...

Teenage birthday party ideas – Murder Mystery Fun!

Teenage birthday party ideas – Murder Mystery Fun!

It's hard to believe but... WE OFFICIALLY HAVE A TEENAGER! Now, in our home "big, new life chapters = big, special celebrations"! Turning 13 also means inviting more boy friends to the party, evening hosting, bigger food and drink budgets and finding a balance between...

DIY advent calendar ideas for the family (teen-approved)

DIY advent calendar ideas for the family (teen-approved)

The holiday season is here and if you haven't prepared those advent calendars - the time is NOW! We have a few in our home and I still use our FREE Advent Calendar Printables year after year, but with the girls growing older I am updating our tradition to include a...

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...

Belly Bowl: DIY belly casting kit for pregnancy

Belly Bowl: DIY belly casting kit for pregnancy

* This post is sponsored by The Belly Bowl. Over the years we have had some beautiful and some fun maternity photoshoots. Whether at home, on location or in a studio… Each shoot has been special in its own way. However, for baby number 4 we knew we wanted to do...

#ShopLocal: Best Jumpsuits made in South Africa

#ShopLocal: Best Jumpsuits made in South Africa

* This post is sponsored by Superbalist. Jumpsuits... An easy-breezy, low-effort, high-impact outfit, that has you out the door and good to go in an instance. According to Vogue's Fashion Encyclopedia, jumpsuits were originally created in 1919 for parachuters and then...

Trendy earrings of 2024

Trendy earrings of 2024

* This post is sponsored by Superbalist. The ear is having its moment! Gone are the days when only rockstars, punk princesses and goth gals sported multiple piercings… Today, even the most conservative fashionistas are considering adding a helix, daith, conch or...

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...

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