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 would work best for our baby… The Stellarize Pregnancy and Baby Journal made in South Africa! Supporting locally made is always important to us, but that’s not the only reason this baby book comes out as our number one… 10 reasons we love the Stellarize Pregnancy and Baby Journal As already mentioned, these journals are locally ..read more

* This post is sponsored by Superbalist. Come rain or shine, warm or cold… If I’m home, you’re likely to find me barefoot! Don’t get me wrong, I’m very much a “shoe gal” and forever envious of Carrie Bradshaw’s incredible collection but I do like feeling a breeze, the tickle of grass or some sunshine on my toes. That’s why sandals are such a hit! It’s the best of both worlds and with our short winters, us South African women really do get good use out of our sandals, all year round. So, I’ve put together a little list of our favourite sandals – that you can buy now, over a ..read more

* This post is sponsored by Superbalist. It’s back to school for the kids and let’s just be honest… For the parents too! And in our home that means loads of time next to the sports field while juggling work/life balance, school runs and extra murals. Comfy shoes are a must but that doesn’t mean I want to compromise on style… Vans Slip On sneakers are a cult classic and for good reason. So let’s explore more as I list my 5 top picks for moms! Something for the classic mom… Keep it clean and simple with the Classic leather low-top Slip-On available in black or white. Something for the stylish mo ..read more

* This post is sponsored by Superbalist. Rugby World Cup fever is running HIGH and Nike definitely caught everyone’s attention as the new sponsor of our Springbok team! Supporters have been sharing their thoughts – good and bad – regarding the bold new home and away kits. Love it or hate it… In true Nike fashion, a lot of thought went into every detail of these designs. To be honest, we wouldn’t expect anything less from the world leaders in athleisure wear! All the excitement inspired us to dig a little deeper on the hunt for more trendy Nike T-Shirts to wear out and about. 5 Gra ..read more

This is a question every “girl-parent” (mom and dad) will ask themselves at one stage or another… How do we prepare our daughter for her first period? When do we start the chat? How much information is too much information? Do I even know what to say? It’s one of the “big” parenting talks but thankfully it’s also one of the most normal, healthiest experiences a woman can go through month after month and fear shouldn’t have any part to play. So, before sitting down with your little girl, check your own biases and misconceptions. Educate yourself and find a way to celebrate this transition into ..read more

* 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 Ahead: Create a shopping list of the items you’re interested in buying. You may be stocking up on essentials, getting all your Christmas gifts done, or looking to purchase something BIG! Do some research and check online and offline sources to compare prices and find the best deals. This will help you stay focused and avoid impul ..read more

* This post is sponsored by Superbalist. As the days grow colder it’s time to “heat up” our style game… Winter is my favourite season and not just for the delicious food and the cozy cuddles but also for the fabulous FASHION! Give me all the layers, coats, jackets, scarves, beanies, boots and other fun accessories. It’s time to get comfortable and super chic with some POLO winter wardrobe essentials 2023. First, a little bit more about POLO… Founded in 1976 by Gordon Joffe along with Ronnie Lange, Freddie Barnet, and Stuart Shub. The first Polo shirt, with its trademark square button, was m ..read more

Today is World Book Day and to celebrate we are sharing 6 South African children’s book authors that you will find on our bookshelf this month. Obviously, there are many more talented local writers but these are the titles currently being enjoyed in our home before bedtime… For some authors, these stories are their 1st published works and we can’t be more excited to share them! South African children’s book authors for April… 1. Refiloe Moahloli: This name should be familiar to most… Refiloe Moahloli is the best-selling and award-winning author of How Many Ways Can You Say Hello?, Tullula, Yes ..read more

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 Bible, decorating resurrection eggs, remembering God’s immense sacrifice, and also spending precious time with family, enjoying meals together and pausing in gratitude. So, when LIBSTAR surprised us with a little Easter recipe drop making use of our favourite Hot cross Buns from Woolworths – we knew we had to give it a try. This Choc ..read more

Today we made our way to Peoples Theatre for the official opening of Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR. And like many of the other audience members we couldn’t wait to “Move it! Move it!” again! Based on the smash DreamWorks animated film, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR. follows all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the HIP HIP Hipp ..read more