July 2009

What’s for Afternoon Tea?

July 14, 2009

After exuberant hugs and kisses “What’s for Afternoon Tea?” is the first thing I hear when I collect my children from school. Sometimes, producing food seems to be my full-time job! I like to keep things fun and interesting but I am also conscious of my children’s health. Crackers and cheese, cut up fruit, pop [...]

Take a Little Holiday Everyday

July 12, 2009

Take a little holiday everyday is something my Mum taught me. She died 3 years ago so I treasure every little thing she said. A ‘little holiday’ is a short break in the day that takes 5-10 minutes. The secret for me is finding something that I enjoy that does not consume my time. Let [...]

Keeping Them Busy: Children Under Two

July 7, 2009

by Louisa from Everything is Edible You sit on the floor with your 7 month old and roll a ball toward her. She giggles with delight and then, fumbling around, rolls it back to you. You hand a bowl of ice to your 11 month old and he touches it, tastes it and squeals with [...]

The Craft Box – Girls Enjoy Craft

July 7, 2009

I have three beautiful girls. The little one is the definition of princess. The older one is an active girl who loves running around outside. The middle one is a bit of both; a bit princess and a bit active. They have one thing in common…. they LOVE craft. I think most girls enjoy craft. [...]

Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff

July 6, 2009

‘Don’t sweat the small stuff’ is advice most mothers receive at some point along the motherhood journey. What does it actually mean in everyday life? Every person would apply the advice in a different way. Actually, it is easier in theory than put into practice. Priorities. What is really important? What matters in the long [...]

Mothers are Experts

July 5, 2009

It is easy to feel intimidated by medical and health professionals when you are confronted with a tricky problem with your child. I want to acknowledge that medical and health professionals are excellent (and I am married to one) but my point is they are experts in their field but NOT on your child. You [...]

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