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Fireman Hudson turns 4
A couple of weeks ago, our Hudson (aka Huntsman as a couple of his mates call him) turned four. Four years old! Given that his love for all things Paw Patrol has not wavered, we decided to throw a...
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Number Doctors: Getting started with maths before school
Maths. If someone asked you ‘are you good at maths?’, what would you say? Chances are, if you were good at it, you loved it. Chances are, if you were ‘bad’ at it, you hated it. Research tells us that...
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Super School Holidays with a Merlin Annual Pass
If you follow along, you’ll know that we are proud ambassadors to Merlin Entertainment, and their awesome Annual Merlin Passes. If you are like us and love heading to the Sea Life Aquarium in Melbourne...
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You little Ripper Darrell Lea
Lollies. They get me every time. Whilst I’m not a big cake fan, and to be honest, my children are also not partial to a doughnut (weird I know), if you put a bowl of lollies on a table, any table in...
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School Holiday Fun: Marvel Avengers Station
Looking for something to do with the kids these school holidays in Melbourne? If you’ve got little (or big) kids that adore super heroes, then you should absolutely head into the city and visit the...
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Family winter wonder escape in Ballarat
This weekend, we packed up our car with every change of clothes possible, headed up the Western Freeway to our favourite family winter destination, Ballarat. Being about an hour from Melbourne, it is...
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Don’t miss out on becoming a Darrell Lea taste tester!
Last week I shared the awesome news that Darrell Lea, our Aussie favourite, has just released Rippers – a jelly confectionery product with 25% less sugar. Darrell Lea is the first major Australian...
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Use your Merlin Annual Pass to visit the Lego Under Water Quest
Last week we took advantage of our Merlin Annual Pass and headed to the Lego Discovery Centre at Chadstone to check it out! Amongst the huge activity zone, you will find an interactive new area that is...
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Product Review: Leapfrog Ultimate Tablet
You’ll know that I’m a teacher, and a Mum. I’m passionate about exploring how technology can enhance student learning, so when I was asked to try the new ‘Leapfrog Ultimate Tablet’, I was very curious!...
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Real Madrid World of Football Ticket Giveaway
Today I had some quality time with Huddy and we headed to the Melbourne Museum to check out all of the fuss that is the Real Madrid World of Football. We scored (literally) the best day of the week to...
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Capturing memories with Canvas Champ
I’m someone who treasures photos and take loads of them. I’ve always been that person who can relied upon to have my camera, or more recently, my phone out to take snaps of special events, or anything...
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Two years today
Two years today. Two years since we lost our beautiful Dad. Truly, I can’t believe it. I can’t believe it’s been two whole years since I’ve seen him. Since we heard him say ‘Cherio’. Since we saw him...
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Win Real Kids, Real Play by Jack & Lus
Every now and again, a product comes along that is so good, you wonder where the hell it has been your whole life? ‘Real Kids, Real Play’ is quite literally, the best book ever for parents. No kidding....
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Toy Review: Scruff-a-Luv Pets
My children adore animals. Before we had children, we already had a child (sort of) in our dog Lloyd. One of the best things about having a pet, is teaching your children to care for them. Feeding,...
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Melbourne family stay-cation with Somerset
Last weekend, we were thrilled to be invited into the city to spend a night at Somerset on Elizabeth. Residing on the corner of Elizabeth and Londsale Streets in Melbourne’s CBD, their family apartment...
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Taking kids to the snow, and actually having a good time!
I’ll be the first to admit, I’m a beach person. Dan loves the beach too, but his heart is at the snow. We’ve really tried this year to embrace each others’ interests, and make sure that we take the...
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Enjoying Noosa with kids
A few weeks ago we arrived home from a lovely couple of weeks up North. We spent one week in Noosa, and one down at our second home in Currumbin. When Melbourne gets cold, it’s often said that most of...
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Kids ride on cars this Christmas
This year I’m focussing on sharing unisex gifts for children. Gifts that can be given to either girls or boys, that both can enjoy. Even better, toys that can be given to kids as a ‘shared’ gift that...
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Day 1: Christmas Unisex Gift Guide: Magformers
I’m so excited to this year be launching my unisex gift guide for Christmas. Gift Guides are everywhere, but what if you actually want to get something that you could give to a girl OR a boy,...
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Day 2: Unisex Gift Guide: My Creative Box
It’s Day 2! Today we are sharing one of my favourite ever small business stories. Inspiring little minds and providing opportunities for children to explore, learn and create. Leanne from My Creative...
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