Posts filed under: Life

The smart mum’s guide to the back-to-school transition

It’s almost back-to-school time, and you’re probably filled with mixed emotions. Relief is usually right up there at the top, but there’s also probably some sadness in the mix about...

6 ways to celebrate your birthday when you’re a busy mum

How are you going to celebrate your birthday this year? As a busy mum, you might just consider it a victory if you can get through the day without anyone...

5 top tips to prepare for back to school

Even though the first day of school might feel like a long way off – especially on these long, hot summer days – it is never too early to think...

My fast packing tips for a day at the beach

If you don’t go to the beach as often as you’d like because the prospect of getting everyone – and everything – ready in time is just too stressful, some...

My top packing tips for travel

Since we travel quite a bit, friends and family often ask me for packing tips when they go on holiday. Going on trips with kids can be very stressful, and...

Smart storage solutions for after-school activity bags (whatever size your home is)

Smart storage solutions can make your day so much easier. Get it right, and your kids won’t come home from soccer complaining they didn’t have their shin guards, and tripping...

8 little time wasters and how to avoid them

You already know that things like mindlessly scrolling social media are huge time wasters, but what about those smaller things we all do that eat away at our productivity? Not...

10 useful gifts for teachers to show your appreciation

When it comes to choosing gifts for teachers, there’s a lot to think about. You want to give them something useful yet heartfelt – and you definitely don’t want to...

School crafts: what to toss and what to keep

Let’s talk about school crafts. How many do you have lurking in your storage room? When was the last time you looked at them? I still remember the pride I...

7 practical ways to simplify your daily routine

We all need a daily routine, whether we want to admit it or not. Having structure in our day can help us to feel more in control and organized. But,...