We are back from our first overseas trip with Stephen, and I have to say, it went really well. He was a superstar on the plane trips, was really well behaved (most of the time), and most importantly, had a wonderful time. The highlight for him was definitely Disneyland, especially being able to have his…
Beating Colds and Flus the Natural Way
Cold and flu season is in full swing and for many of us, that means resorting to a pharmacy worth of cold and flu meds. But is this really the best way to beat a cold? According to the FDA in the US, a old wives remedy as simple as honey beat over-the-counter cough suppressants…
Children’s Playroom
As Stephen and Irini have been getting older, Nick and I decided that we really needed to get a playroom for the kids, since the current situation meant their toys were literally in every room of the house. Originally we were going to make the spare room at the back of the house their playroom,…
Fun Fitness in the Pool
As part of my best year quest, I’ve been trying to incorporate exercise into my life so that it is (mostly) fun and together with the rest of the family. The weather here has been so lovely and warm that we have been spending quite a lot of time in the pool. While the kids…
School Holiday Reading
The long summer holidays are coming for those of us here in Australia and many parents are often at a loss for ideas to keep the kids occupied. Also, for those of you with children who are in the early stages of learning to read at school or preschool may be worried about the effect…
