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tips Archive
How much do you know about your car’s safety?
A few weeks ago I was privileged to attend the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, as a guest of Ford, with around 150 bloggers from around the world. Interestingly, many of the bloggers were lifestyle, tech or mom bloggers, and not your typical motoring bloggers. It was a chance to learn more about
Do you want to be a mommy – or any other – blogger?
In all the training courses I run, I admit to being a bloggerholic, which I define as being strongly attached to the reading and writing of blogs (I have three at the moment, and working on a fourth). But I also love showing people how to get started, telling them how awesome blogging can be
Just starting at playschool or creche? Here are some tips that can help
I came across a thread on the Huggies Gold Facebook page with tips for moms whose kids are starting creche or playschool, or for those who might be looking for schools. My toddler is starting nursery school next week, so I was keen to read these tips (Lord knows I need all the advice, ResQ Remedy and
A solution for when you lose your Lego instructions
As organised as I try to be when it comes to keeping pieces of Lego, their boxes and instructions together, it’s usually the latter that goes missing, which leaves us with the awkward problem of trying to put something together blindly (and trying to appease a whiney toddler who wants his helicopter). If you haven’t
How to choose safe toys for your kids this Christmas
Sorry to be like Mother Grundy during this silly season, but I thought I’d share some great tips to choose safe toys for kidlets for Christmas, via Mamiverse, keeping in mind their ages and abilities. CHOOSING THE RIGHT TOY Do not get seduced by what you like most. Will your child be interested in the
Pregnancy simulation used to test car safety, plus tips for pregnant drivers
There were sh*ts and giggles when I was delivered a Ford “empathy belly” suit to try out – it’s a heavy suit that emulates a pregnancy (complete with boobs, weights and a water bottle to give a sense of a full bladder). But on a more serious note, this suit is worn by Ford testers
Before you go on holiday with your kids, read this
If you’re travelling with the kids by car for the coming holidays, you’re probably worried about packing everything in (excluding the kitchen sink), and keeping your children occupied during the drive. But have you thought about proper safety and comfort before you get going? Here are some tips straight from the Automobile Association of
How to encourage little artists
I came across this infographic about the benefits of art, and started thinking of ways to encourage my toddler to get more creative. At the moment, I’m mainly trying to discourage my son from writing on walls, tables and cupboards, while trying to motivate him into being artistic elsewhere. Here are some wonderful tips via
The best toothcare tips for your kids
You might have seen toothbrush reviews and tips this month on other sites, and since September is Oral Health Awareness Month, there’s been a push to promote good dental habits. Oral B gave me an electric toothbrush to try out (which I’m enjoying, plus it has a two-minute time function, so I know I’m brushing
How to create your own chalk walls
A few months ago there was a Twitter thread on where to get chalkboard paint from in Johannesburg, and how to make your own. I looked for recipes online, and found a standard one using grout. This is it: I’ve also read that to add a colour to your chalkboard paint, you need to add
The best Pinterest users for moms to follow
From Lilsugar, comes a handy and wonderful list of Pinterest users for moms to follow. I’m now following them all, and drooling, wanting, pinning and getting inspired. Joy Cho/Oh Joy! Click to Follow: Joy Cho/Oh Joy! Come Here For: Categorized inspiration from designer, lifestyle blogger, foodie, and new mom Joy Cho. Best Boards: We had
The best parenting advice you ever got…
Thank you to the Facebook moms who submitted the best parenting advice they have ever got. They’re great, I’m sharing them here, as promised:  
Try this to reduce stress…
It feels like there’s no way around stress – everyone I know has it in some form, and motherhood is pretty much synonymous with stress (which some experts say is actually fear). I don’t think stress can be eradicated – I guess it can be “managed” or tempered, and I quite like these tips from
7 easy tips for taking better pics of your kids
Thank you to Tania for introducing me to a great blog The Handmade Home, and in particular, this blog post (it’s no coincidence that this is another Tania who is smart, humorous and awesome). The tips below come from Martin Harris of Britsnap Photography and are practical and clever – some of them are common sense, while others
10 must-have natural flu remedies to stock up on
This week’s useful tips come from Sandton-based homeopath Jaci Schultz, a mom and believer in natural remedies when they’re due. I have often tried to treat my toddler “naturally” before heading to the big guns, and especially during autumn and winter time I bump on remedies before I or my toddler get sick. Jaci shares
Especially for you – a good word from Brave Girls Club
This arrived in my inbox today, and I wanted to share. Because who doesn’t need a good and inspiring word from the computer to uplift you? If you haven’t subscribed to the daily feel-good newsletter from Brave Girls Club, click here. Have a good day!  
Ten tips to take great pics of your kids
I recently got a new camera and I’m determined to start taking better snaps of my toddler – my iPhone is great for spontaneous pics like when my child gets chocolate ice cream all over this face, but I’d like to build up on more quality pics. I came across these great tips
15 of the best babycare tips from Pampers experts
I recently went to Pampers Premium Care function, where some experts shared their top babycare tips. I have always liked how Pampers take a holistic approach to babycare – ie it’s not just about the nappies, but rather about providing solid and useful babycare advice in general. I thought I’d share some of the great
Guest post: best hair tips for busy moms
I asked the gorgeous Shanon Leicher, owner of Hand in Parkhurst, Johannesburg, to share some top hair maintenance tips for busy moms. As a busy mom herself and owner of a top salon, Shanon is “hairvenly” equipped to give some useful advice. “For moms on the run with kids and work, we find it hard