When Nicky was a little baby I tried different nappy brands and eventually settled on Pampers. We've been using them ever since. Now that he is older, our needs have changed. I'm working very hard to get him potty trained and he is out of nappies during the day. When night time comes however, we … [Read more...]
Five Non-invasive Ways to Unblock Your Child’s Nose
If there's something that every mom of a young child values so very much above all other things: it's sleep. In winter a blocked nose is just another obstacle to a peaceful night. Trying to spray the kid in the nose just adds to the torture. So, I've always been open to non-invasive ways to unblock … [Read more...]
Step By Step: How to Sell Baby Goods Online On Mom’s List
Do you find that your house is full of unwanted clutter? Do you still have some unopened baby shower gifts that are just sitting there, gathering dust? I'm going to show you step by step how to get rid of your unwanted baby goods online on Mom's List for cash. It's a great way to neaten up your … [Read more...]
Feeding a Toddler in the Car Without The Mess
Many parents and children spend a lot of time in the car. I know we do. Sitting in traffic is hard enough without having to deal with a hungry little tot, whom you don't want to feed because you are scared he is going to spill everything. In this post I will outline some tips on how you will be … [Read more...]
Win A Magic Mesh Kids Shade for Your Car!
Summer is an awesome season for having fun in the sun. Unfortunately it can also be a very hot experience for little ones in the car. We already know that the heat is magnified in a closed vehicle. Driving around in the warmer months can become uncomfortable for children. This is why you need some … [Read more...]
Tips for Using Reusable Food Pouches.
A long time ago I came across an American blog post that talked about pouches that you could use again and again instead of the store bought ones. The blogger was very excited and did a mass production of food in her pouches for her little one. I thought, wouldn't it be nice if there was something … [Read more...]
And so that was Christmas…
I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas. I know we did. I think the best part was being able to draw it out, so that we have been celebrating not just on the actual day but over time with loved ones and spreading the presents out. The trampoline has been a big hit. We have been … [Read more...]
We met Barney today! (Thanks @SharonVW @MamaMagicSA)
These days I seem to be very lucky with winning competitions on blogs. I won a meet and greet with Barney through the Blessed Barrenness, Sharon van Wyk. I've actually been keen to go to the Mama Magic Show just to check out all the cool things for toddlers. This show is not just limited to … [Read more...]
Pirates and Princesses: Lovely new kid’s range at Sheet Street
I know when we eventually manage to get Nicky to sleep in a separate bed that we will need some interesting bedding for him to get excited about. I look forward to the day when he is not waking up at night and can enjoy his own little spot to sleep in. In the meantime I will salivate at the … [Read more...]
Montessori Sandpaper Letters vs Kids Academy Traceable Letters Review by a Montessori teacher
Can concrete materials ever be replaced by screen applications? The short answer is no, but they sure are a great compliment to the learning process. I was asked by Sverve to do a review of Kids Academy Company application. I had actually already downloaded their Traceable Letters app. I often … [Read more...]