Toy manufacturing giant, Mattel, has announced the launch of its latest creation: My First Barbie. Since 1959, Barbie has been inspiring children with toys that encourage imagination, expression and discovery through play and this year’s line is no exception. This year, Barbie is introducing a brand-new innovation in the dolls …
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March 2023 was a busy and difficult month. Juggling family responsibilities, kids, work commitments, loadshedding, and some family problems has been tough. March 2023 Burnt Out And Exhausted Finding balance is not easy and maintaining balance feels impossible. When I manage to achieve balance in my life it is for …
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Are you feeling itchy down there? You’re not alone! Vaginal thrush, also known as candidiasis, is a common fungal infection that affects about 70% of women worldwide every year1, with recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis (RVVC) affecting up to 5% of women.2 But don’t let the ick factor get you down – …
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Mzansi has an abundance of diverse cultures and traditions, many of which are reflected in how people enjoy their food. As Easter approaches, the age-old question once again arises, ‘what is the best way to indulge in the delicious milk chocolate shell and sweet filling of a traditional Easter egg.’ …
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I love keepsake products and I’ve always wanted to have a keepsake necklace that reminds me of my kids. I was super chuffed when Megan Goldner Designs contacted me to discuss a collaboration. About Megan Golder Designs Megan Goldner Designs specialises in handmade keepsake jewellery. Keepsake items such as breast …
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I was expecting February 2023 to be when things settled down after the school year started but life sometimes throws curve balls and things don’t work out as planned. February turned out to be one of the hardest months ever. February 2023 Super Hard Month This month was incredibly hard. …
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January 2023 was a busy month. The school calendar has been jam packed and work has started off with a bang which is fantastic. January 2023 Exploring Velddrif And Making New Friends The thing that stands out for me the most about January is how much fun it has been …
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When you find out you are pregnant it is a time of great joy, however, it can also come with a lot of apprehension and anxiety for new moms. There is a lot to think about, and many things you need to do to prepare for your new baby. You …
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December 2022 was an incredibly busy month, with all the end of year activities at school, preparing for Christmas, and going away to my parent’s farm. December 2022 Blogging Award In December I was nominated for a blogging award by Galore SA, along with four other bloggers. It was then …
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November 2022 was an incredibly busy month, with my daughter writing exams, my son doing assessments, loads of school activities, and lots of work. Here’s what I’ve been busy with in November 2022. New Monthly Giveaway #KaboutjieTopFan I’m so excited to announce that I am going to be doing an …
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This December, everyone’s favorite leche-loving, swashbuckling, fear-defying feline returns. For the first time in more than a decade, DreamWorks Animation presents a new adventure in the Shrek universe as daring outlaw Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for peril and disregard for safety have taken their toll. Puss has burned through eight of …
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Life doesn’t stop just because you have children and summer travel vacations and holiday escapes shouldn’t either! You can still enjoy a robust traveling lifestyle after childbirth – even if it is just a weekender – and no matter how young your family may be, these 10 top childcare essentials …
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It’s heading towards that wonderful time of the year again, where festive cheer starts to fill the air and the spirit of generosity and community is ignited. The festive season is truly the time of giving and Cadbury is encouraging everyone to give a little this festive season. Whether you are giving …
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There are some key considerations when it comes to skincare for women over 40. Once you’ve turned 40, your face enters the tipping point as far as aging is concerned. You will suddenly notice that your skin ages relatively quickly from this stage on because of the onset of certain …
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My kids got their own phones for the first time this year and it was something that I was very nervous about doing due to the dangers of kids being online. Fortunately at the time I was thinking about getting them phones I found out about FYI play it safe. …
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Once you enter the world of parenting, you will soon realise that time flies and that you sometimes find yourself wishing that time would stand still for a moment. Every stage of a child’s growth and development marks special moments in time that you will not experience again. From feeling …
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There are so many women that struggle with fertility, and having fertility treatment is expensive and takes an emotional toll. Fertility coach Daminda Senekal-Griessel has just published FertilitySOS. It is a fantastic resource on fertility, focusing on getting pregnant naturally. About FertilitySOS FertilitySOS is a book written by fertility coach …
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We all want the best for our kids, we want them to do well and succeed at school, to be well-adjusted adults, we want them to have active healthy social and physical lives. I know that I personally, will do anything to help one of my kids when they are …
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We loved the first series that came out last year so we are so excited about the Majorette Tune Ups Series 2 that has just launched. We received 6 cars to review and my son was over the moon when I told him about it. About Majorette Tune Ups Series …
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I’ve ordered a number of Q Photo Everyday Photo Books over the last few months and it is such a pleasure to get photos of my family and special memories off of my computer and into a photobook that everyone can look at any time. About Q Photo Q Photo …
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