My daughter turned 1, which seems completely unbelievable to me. But also feels in a way, like we made it to some kind of parenting milestone. And when I think back on my year as a mom, there have...

It was a week before Christmas, we just had Sunday lunch with our friends and we decided to go to Woolies to get dessert. On our way home my friend and I spoke about Christmas lunch and decided to...

Motherhood I would say Back then was difficult. If I hear what my mom and mother in law had to do when they became mothers, I honestly don’t know if I would be able to do that.  Firstly , they had...

When I look at my 2 boys, I can immediately see they are not alike. Despite the fact that they look different, they laugh, love and play differently. The way they dress  is also different and I am...

With winter coming, our family loves having warm puddings on a Sunday afternoon. I thought I’d share my ultimate favorite recipe with you and hope you will enjoy it too. Sago Pudding 250 ml sago 1...

Over the years I have watched so many friends around me have babies. I have watched their growing bellies wondering if this will one day be me. Over the last 6 years that we struggled through the...

10 Best School Holiday Activities to Keep Your Kids Entertained at Home Every school holiday,  parents are left scratching their heads, wondering how to keep kids occupied while they’re at home. If...

If I look back at myself 6 years ago, ‘self care’ activities were not important to me.  Being a working mom at that time, I didn’t see the necessity to go for a walk, eat properly or even just take...

Before a person is able to practice self-love, we need to understand what it means. Self-love is a state of appreciation for yourself that grows from actions that support your physical,...

Christians, all over the world  celebrate Christmas in honour of the birth of Jesus Christ. Various Christmas traditions have been associated with the celebration of Christmas, and different...

Finding out your child needs to wear glasses can be upsetting and overwhelming -- even if you suspected an eye issue. Finding a good optometrist or ophthalmologist is the first step in helping your...

7 cups of cake flour  4 cups of lukewarm water  1 packet of yeast  10ml salt    Mix all the ingredients together. Allow to proof in a warm place for approximately 1 hour.  Bake at 160 degrees...

ADHD and how we coped with it  What is ADHD? Definition: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects people's behaviour. People with ADHD can seem restless, may have...

Bestandele : 4 Eiers 250ml suiker  250ml koekmeel 10ml bakpoeier  65ml kakao Knippie sout  125ml kookwater  125m sonneblom olie 1 blik ideal melk  125 ml suiker  200g neut sjokolade +- 60 ml melk ...

Getting bullied is a traumatic experience. It reduces self-esteem, leaves kids feeling depressed and anxious and can have long-term effects.  Why do kids torture each other this way? It’s normal for...

Happy Women’s Month to all the beautiful women out there. The month of August is when we celebrate being a woman and empower and encourage one another.   I personally feel that everyday should be...

Generally children are happy and content when their tummies are full!!! I believe our children should like the food they eat. I love cooking for my boys and it warms my heart to see them...

Feeling overwhelmed in these uncertain times is tough on us as adults so imagine how our children must be feeling. Since March 2020 when the pandemic started in Namibia, they have been going through...

Kiddies party must haves Planning a party for your kids?  Here is a list of must-haves that will make it much easier for you to plan. Start with your budget, since that will determine what you can...

It doesn't matter what size it is, how on-trend it is, or whether you cook in it that often, the kitchen holds a (very) special place in all of our hearts. Even when we're not cooking something...