On the 18th of September, which is also International Coastal Clean-Up Day, the family and I attended the Audio book launch of Captain Fanplastic – The Legend of Captain Fantastic an initiative run by Soapbox SA and driven by Ruben Hazelzet. The launch took place at The Avenue in the Two Oceans Aquarium. This was the perfect surroundings for the kids to hear this beautiful story about the effects plastic has on the environment and why its important for us…
The festive season is upon us and nothing says Christmas like winning some amazing goodies. Smallberg Party of Four in collaboration with some incredible local brands bring to you the mother of festive giveaways. I would like to tell you a little about each brand and what you will be winning. MonaLisa Mama’s MonaLisa Mama’s is a family run business started by two sisters and their Mom (The hands behind the production) They have created beautiful products for Moms by…
Shortly after Baby Alex was born I found myself avoiding leaving the house because I feared how some people still find breastfeeding in public unacceptable. Can you believe that? In 2018? It’s crazy to think that we still live in a world where people are uncomfortable with the one thing that most boobies are designed to do. As fate would have it, I was contacted by the amazing Boss Mom behind Joh just as fear kicked in yet again and…
The Nuby Mosquito repellent bracelets couldn’t have come at a better time. The Mosquitos have come back with a vengeance now that summer is back. I hate being sucked dry by them so I can only image how horrible it must be for small babies to have to be bitten. When you open the packaging you immediately get the strong scent of the essential oils that are packed into these little bands. The active ingredients include Citronella(5%), Lemon grass(2.5%) and…
This is it, I’m taking the leap of faith after years of doubting and just doing it. This year I have heard so many encouraging words regarding letting go of what is keeping you back and I knew that it is finally the right time. Well is there ever really a ‘right’ time. So here we are, starting a blog baby, starting a blog. Today has been a tough day fighting my own demons and almost changing my mind yet…
