If you’re a working mum there is no doubt you are juggling a lot of things while we are in isolation: remote learning, your own paid work, keeping everyone fed, bathed and clothed. It’s a lot to do in the confines of your own home with very little outside help. During this time I’d love Read More
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These simple templates will get you clear on what’s important in your life
Being organised with your space and time can help you feel calmer, happier and less stressed. By being organised you can focus on the important things in your life: more time with your kids and family, write that novel or finally get those odd jobs around the house done. With more time to focus on Read More
Snack and lunch planning for working from home
It’s really easy to slip into unhealthy snack and lunch habits when working from home. More snacks than usual, more food than usual, eating different types of food than usual. Use these tips to plan your snack and lunch menu for the week so you can still fit into your favourite “work clothes” when it’s Read More
10 areas of the home to declutter with kids during the school holidays
School holidays are always a great time to declutter with kids. Having more time at home and a slower pace to the day (no rushing here or rushing there) seems to make the experience more enjoyable. Here are a few places to start. Craft Get the kids to help you go through their craft and Read More
Which side of the great dishwasher debate do you sit?
If you’re not regularly in charge of packing the dishwasher this blog will not be of interest to you. In fact, you may not even know there is a debate. Kids are definitely NOT interested in this debate. However, if you ARE the main “dishwasher stacker” in your home (is that the correct title to Read More
Create your own school holiday program at home
School holidays can be a challenge for parents with kids at home for extended periods of time. However, with a little forethought and planning they can be a lot of fun with their very own school holiday program at home. What’s involved? Use the below planner to create your own school holiday program at home. Read More
Tips to use food before “use by” to reduce waste
Fridge overflowing and you’ve run out of ideas on what to cook. Try the below ideas to help you get through your food to save food and money waste. Limp vegetables There are thousands of recipes online. Google the below meal options and try some of these dishes to turn your limp veggies into a Read More
6 tips to organise your fridge to reduce waste
Found yourself with a fridge full of food? Use these 6 tips to consume everything you’ve purchased and reduce food and money waste. 1. Sort Put “like items” together e.g. dairy, fruits and vegetables, meat, condiments to create permanent homes for things so you know where to look when you need something. 2. Clean Give Read More
Tame the pile of clothes on your bedroom chair
Picture yourself lounging comfortably in the large armchair in your bedroom, whiling away the hours, devouring your favourite novel. One problem! There’s a pile of stuff on the chair that would make it impossible to sit in. Follow these steps to tame the pile and get you reading and dreaming again. Commit for 30 days Read More
Benefits of being organised
There are so many benefits to being organised. Some benefits give you more of something you want to do, other benefits give you less of the things you don’t want to do. Which is your favourite benefit of being organised? More free time Spend time doing what you want: hanging out with the kids, walking Read More