There is much to say about the consequences of the individualistic, self-centric world that we live in today. One consequence is the impact it has had on relationships and people's views of what a relationship should look like. More specifically, people seem to have a keen idea about what a relationship should offer them, not what…
I remember the first night that I was in the hospital by myself with my new baby. My family had left, my husband included, as hospital policy (in a public hospital) did not allow the husband to stay overnight. I was alone in a vacuous hospital, lights dimmed, with the constant beeping of machines, other…
Continue reading ➞ Brightness is not a dim place on the horizon…
It's been a big week in the world, with much to ponder on. Here are a few inspiring, positive and thought-provoking links to make this week that much better... A beautiful new children's book compiles tales from Syrian refugees. Carla Zampatti designed a uniform for Westpac and included a style for hijabis. Check out this…
'Modest Fashion' has become a catch phrase that is used to refer to a broad spectrum of clothing, generally in the milieu that is considered to be 'covered up'. It may or may not include a head covering. In the past five years, with social media platforms accelerating as popular bases for self-promotion, 'modest fashion'…
Today I want to talk about what we feed our children. I know that it is an incredibly heated topic, one that can really make people (parents, I mean) defensive and emotional. I know that 99% of the time, the defences used will be something along the lines of... "I just CANNOT get him/her to eat…
Continue reading ➞ Let’s talk about what we feed our children
It was my youngest daughter's second birthday earlier this month and usually birthdays around here are small affairs where only the family gather for dinner and a cake, and presents. This year I decided to do a little something different and throw a "birthday party" for Z mainly because she is about to become middle…
Recently I've been developing go-to recipes that I can throw together with things I'm guaranteed to have at home, that are quick and easy, with results that the kids are guaranteed to love. To be honest, since I got married I've really struggled with the whole cooking dinner thing and keeping my pantry and fridge stocked…
Rest: Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to get straight back into work (if you can of course), or cleaning for God's sake, or even cooking. And yes I'll throw in the disclaimer that every mother is different and different things work for them. But I'm talking about a mother (first-time or not) who…
Continue reading ➞ Newborn essentials-things that you will actually need, Part 2