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I always thought that mothers were being over-dramatic when they complained about all the laundry that they had to do.  Like, yes, I know that kids can’t even eat toast…

There was a time in my life where I would be very easily angered.  Maybe it was someone saying something stupid.  Or doing something stupid.  Or just generally acting like…

This weekend we celebrated our girls getting a whole year older with a Camping Party.  I know this is weird coming from someone who has never voluntarily gone camping in…

You know, I started this blog way back in 2010.  It seems like ages ago now. It was just after Riya was born, which is just a year and a…

When I pictured being a Mom, I always hoped that I’d be that cool Mom. You know the one that all the kids think is approachable and friendly, enforces discipline but…

So, look, before I launch into this topic, I need you to know that I get it. Really I do.  That big old Rectangular Babysitter lives in our house too.…

It hasn’t been a long week, but it has been a busy one! I’m so pleased to be able to bring back an instalment of this series.  It’s been a…

I think if you had to put a gender to Cape Town it would have to be a woman. One day she’s all flirty with the sun shining, birds singing…

There are very few things that will make me judge you as a parent.  Very few.  We all know how difficult parenting can be, so I don’t care if you…

I can’t believe it’s Friday again and that it’s time to interview another family for our series. This week we’re hearing from Australian Katie who tells us about how she…

Hello again sweet people of the internet. What a week it has been.  Having sick toddlers is no joke but having sick male toddlers faking the manflu is just awful.…

Well hello there! Good to see you.  Are you as happy as I am that today is Friday?  If Friday had a face, I’d smooch it.  I’d smooch it hard.…

Excuse me a moment, I have to go and feed our unicorn.  Be right back. Sorry, where was I?  Oh yes, I wanted to ask you something.  If you had…

Don’t worry Knox, I get it.  Being three years old is a lot of hard work, but I was wondering if I could ask you a few questions, you know,…

It’s Friday, Friday, gotta get down on Friday… I don’t know about you but I’ve totally out of it this week. One of those weeks where the kids are all…

Shew guys. Still recovering from the excitement of launching the #CTMeetUp ticket sales yesterday. All the admin and overflowing inbox will totally be worth it on 9 April! Today I…

This day could not have come soon enough!   Today we’re chatting to Nondumiso who has graciously agreed to share her story with us.  Just grabbing my cup of coffee…

I know what you’re thinking. But you’re wrong. Today is not a normal Friday.  Oh no.  Today we celebrate Seths 31st year in this World.  At the risk of laying…

As any parent would know, there are many, many frustrating things about raising children.  From having to repeat yourself 10 times before they listen to finding out that you have…

Besides party planning, the next thing that I like to challenge myself with is kids fashion. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not hard to find good quality and visually appealing…

Better late than never right?! I almost missed posting this today, but take that life – I win.  At this at least. I’m glad that you’re back to read the…

YAY for Friday am I right? I’m glad that you’re back to read the next installment in our series.  If this is the first time you’re joining us – WELCOME,…

YAY for Friday am I right? I’m glad that you’re back to read the next installment in our series.  If this is the first time you’re joining us – WELCOME,…