This coming Sunday is Mothers’ Day in South Africa. It’s a day set aside to celebrate moms. Since I became a mom almost 6 years ago I have seen the value in this day in a much clearer light and whole-heartedly believe that it is a great opportunity to show your mom how special she is to you. Often with the pace of life as it is we don’t express our love and thoughts to those most special to us. We let everyday opportunities slip past and only when it is a “special” day do we actually put into words …  Read More »

Towards the end of last year our family took our annual holiday down to the Garden Route of South Africa – well I say annual in the hopeful sense of the word as this was actually our first holiday to the area since having 2 kids but I do plan to make it an annual event…. One thing you will know about travelling with kids is that it is ENTIRELY different from travelling on your own or with a partner! Bearing that in mind, we decided that the only way we would get through a 6 hour long drive with …  Read More »

So the Easter School Holidays are upon us with most schools breaking-up in the next few days. As most parents I find myself faced with a whole lot of empty days on my calendar and I can’t help but feel a little bit nervous about how I am going to entertain 2 small people for 2-plus weeks… In order to make the next few weeks exciting and fun rather than frustrating and drab, I have done a bit of research for ideas of things to do with kids in Cape Town during the Easter School Holidays and here is my …  Read More »

As it’s National Pregnancy Week I thought I would share this article about Top 10 Eating Tips for Pregnancy. 1. Enjoy a variety of foods: Different kinds of food provide different kinds of nutrients. Strive to include a range of foods that supply beneficial nutrients, rather than opting for poor food choices. 2. Don’t overeat: Only one extra snack is needed each day to meet the extra energy needs of pregnancy. 3. Eat safe food: Care must be taken that foods are not contaminated with harmful germs, so know what you’re eating and where it comes from. 4. Make starchy …  Read More »

Today it’s my blogversary! Happy Birthday Becoming you!! As a way of celebrating this past year and all that I have learnt and achieved I thought I would share with you some of the lessons and ways I have grown in my role as a “blogger”. I often get asked questions about “How to start a blog” so here are my Top 10 Tips for new Bloggers! 1. Be Yourself The most important thing when starting out blogging (or anything really!) is to always be yourself. Let your personality shine through. Your readers, when they come, will want to hear …  Read More »

So today was another FIRST in my little girl’s life. Her first day at playschool! I dropped her just before 9 and stayed for 30 mins slowly edging my way out the gate. She was a star. Didn’t cry or freak out (yet) I am fascinated to hear how it went the rest of the morning. Will have to wait til 11.30 before I find out. What really helps is that I was totally relaxed and happy to drop her off. I have total confidence that I have chosen the very best school for my child. I love the teacher …  Read More »

This week has to be my favourite of the year. The holiday atmosphere is tangible – families are enjoying time together, people are on leave or away on holiday, children are occupied with their stash of new gifts and in South Africa we are blessed with sunny, summery days which are spent outdoors – in the garden, on the beach or next to the pool! Here is my list of Top 10 things to do in the week between Christmas and New Year… 1. Pay a visit to the beach (but not on Boxing Day or New Years Day in …  Read More »

Today’s Top 10 post is written by guest contributor, Lisa. She shares with us her Top 10 things she has learnt about organising and planning birthday parties for kids… I have always loved social events and planning parties. A few years ago I considered leaving the investment industry and becoming a wedding planner. What could be better than planning this special event for couples deeply in love? Then I planned my own wedding! What a stressful occasion! Everything had to be just perfect, so much to plan and organise – colour schemes, cake, food, guest list, etc. I realised that …  Read More »

Following on from the success of my original post – Top 10 things to do with kids in Cape Town for free – I thought I would give you a few more free outing options as we head into the summer months and a long school holiday! 1. Go scavenger hunting in the rock pools between Muizenberg and St James during low tide, take buckets and hunt around and discover the amazing variety of life to be found in the nooks and crannies usually hidden beneath the waves. Remember to put them all back safely after your exploring! Early mornings …  Read More »

Here are my reasons to feel good for this week! 1. It’s the first of November (a pinch and a punch and all that…) 2. I’ve been invited to a stunning event – The O Tea Party – hosted by O, The Oprah Magazine this Thursday at Simons, Groot Constantia. I’m so looking forward to a wonderful afternoon of treats, pampering and meeting new people – does anyone have a hat I can borrow?? ;) Will be sure to do a post about it so come back soon! 3. Today I get to announce the winner of the R200 voucher …  Read More »