When I originally wrote this article my husband and I were expecting our third child, due in December. Like most expectant parents we were excited, and a little anxious, but waited in eager anticipation to meet the newest addition to our family. But to some people, we’d already had enough children, and we’re being selfish […]
Birth Rates, Demographics and Eco-Wowsers Read More »
Easy DIY Girls Headbands These are quick and easy and better yet, they use up leftover fabric scraps! You will need: Fabric scraps including a stretch knit Needle and thread Ruler and pencil Scissors What to do: First start by measuring and cutting a piece of stretch knit 10cm by 30cm approx. This
Easy DIY Girls Headbands Read More »
I have a theory about parenthood that I want to share with you. I firmly believe that becoming a parents makes you either predominantly selfless or selfish. Now that doesn’t mean that a selfless parent doesn’t have selfish moments and vice versa, but that for the most part you’re either thinking of others or
Selfless Or Selfish Read More »
It is a truth universally acknowledged by wives all over the world that husbands often get it wrong. And the truth is, that’s ok. Women and men might be equal but they are complimentary; they have different modes of thinking, doing and interacting. We get into trouble, as wives, when we expect our husbands
Sometimes Hubby Gets It Wrong Read More »
Please be patient Mummy, when you are overwhelmed with the thousand little chores that creep up on you each day. Your job as a homemaker is invaluable. Be patient with that child whom you find slightly more difficult than the others today. God will give you the strength to shower him with more love,
Please Be Patient Mummy Read More »
Congratulations, you’re a mum! You made it through the gruelling, excruciating process of labour and childbirth but, guess what? It’s not over! Here are some of the postpartum symptoms you may experience: In the first few days Episiotomy pain – whether your tore or had an episiotomy that wound is going to hurt for
A simple and easy handmade gift for baby! You will need Patterned cotton fabric Light fusible interfacing (optional, but it will provide strength) Terry towelling or cotton waffle fabric Press fasteners (kits available with tools included) Hammer Quick unpick (seam ripper) Sewing machine Pins Coordinating thread Bandana pattern What to do Cut out pattern pieces
Make A Bandana Bib Read More »
Do you want to learn how to make a Chevron Scarf in 1 hour? These lovely scarves are soft, practical and stylish and what’s more, the style means you wont get it caught up in anything! You will need 40cm of fabric 150cm wide (I purchased a chevron pattern in a mink/jersey blend that was 147cm
Make A Chevron Scarf In 1 Hour! Read More »
Dear Sandpit, I would never have thought that less than twelve months into our relationship that I would preparing myself for a final goodbye. It was, just under a year ago that we invited you to be a part of our home, and designated room for you next to our garden shed. You arrived and
Dear John… I Mean Sandpit Read More »
Motherhood is challenging. Yes, it can be a wonderful experience but let’s face it, there are moments where we want to tear out our hair or through our hands up in desperation. Domestic life is relentless, our children are demanding, and the washing pile never completely disappears. Our children can play happily one minute
Keep Calm And Offer It Up Read More »
