And then she was one… I am so chuffed to be celebrating Harriet’s first birthday with my family in The Netherlands today, usually they miss out on birthdays so this day is extra special. It’s been a year of many sleepless nights (pretty much all of them!) and so many beautiful firsts, if only it didn’t go so quick! If you are like me and [read more]
We’ve all heard you should eat chicken soup for colds and turn to lemon/honey for sore throats, but there are many more ways in which your fridge and pantry could replace your medicine cabinet. By eating the right foods you could give your health a much-needed boost and it doesn’t need to be tricky or costly. Nutritionist Sophie Manolas has put together this fantastic guide [read more]
One of the downsides of holidaying with five young children is the endless visits to public toilets and change rooms, we are going through plenty of hand sanitiser that’s for sure! Changing nappies and cleaning bottoms will never be a fun chore but it has to be done, here’s how to make the job more pleasant: Australian designer and mother-of-two Melissa decided to give on-the-go nappy changes [read more]
One of the bonuses of staying with my family during our holiday is that we are spoilt with two extra pairs of hands to help out and entertain our tribe of five. Thanks to my lovely mum I don’t have to do any cleaning, washing or cooking which is a total treat. I even had a chance to put my feet up and relax with [read more]
When I take baby Hattie out in our Ergobaby people often comment on the carrier’s gorgeous fabric. It’s the prettiest tulip print called Heavenly Holland from the Petunia Pickle Bottom collection, the perfect match for this Dutch mama! If you adore the eye-catching prints by designer label Petunia Pickle Bottom as much as I do you are sure to love the amazing deal that’s currently on [read more]
Whether you are a mama-to-be, a new mum or a seasoned mother, a good nappy bag is a must-have you simply can’t go without. The simple truth is that tiny babies have big needs so a day out with your little bundle requires a whole heap of baby essentials. If you’re looking for a great budget-friendly baby bag for your new arrival or even if [read more]
Considering I have had a baby (or even two) on my hip for eight years straight I have become quite the multitasker: from making sandwiches to brushing teeth and hanging up the washing, being a busy mum of five I thought I was pretty good at doing things with just one hand. In saying that, with my right hand currently out of action everything takes [read more]