You don't need to be a car lover to appreciate the Gold Coast Motor Museum - anyone who enjoys a great view, history and an incredible meal will feel right at home here! Next door to the museum, you'll find Stanley’s Barn - where an award-winning chef prepares culinary treats for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Very family friendly, the restaurant is set beside a huge lawn - be sure to request a table on the patio! The kids can run around on the grass and visit a few farm animals during your visit.
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Cadence Cafe, Nerang
Cadence Cafe at Nerang might be serving up amazing food & coffee, but it's the gated children's play area and shady setting that really makes it perfect for families! Be sure to check out Cadence Cafe for your next play date or family adventure!
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Le Bon Choix, Pacific Fair
Le Bon Choix at Pacific Fair evokes a sense of Parisian luxury, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't stop by for cake and coffee with the kids! Welcoming everyone, from those dreaming of a European vacation to mums and bubs on the morning coffee run, Le Bon Choix serves up the most incredible cakes, sweet treats, sandwiches and coffees. Tucked into the back corner you'll find the cutest little kids corner, allowing you to wait for your treats in peace while the kids are occupied!
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The Celebration Journal
Here is the solution to no longer spending money on expensive cards, or homemade treasures shoved in a drawer to gather dust. Get yourselves a Celebration Journal!! On each special occasion, the journal comes out and the kids can draw or write something special. Birthdays, Mother's Day, even Easter or Christmas - the Journal has you covered!
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Shack & Co Cafe, Mudgeeraba
We all know how hard dining out with kids can be, so when a cafe comes along like Shack & Co, catering to families by not only having a kids menu, but also some space for kids to move about - you know you're on to a winner!
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Gold Coast parks for early walkers
Heading to a playground with an early walker can often be a difficult task - the play equipment is too advanced, the play surface not baby friendly, the list goes on. One of the most common questions I'm asked is where are the best parks to visit with little ones who are just starting to coast around holding on to things, or have started toddling around but aren't confident on their feet. Well, this list is for you! Here is my list of playgrounds that cater for the 10mth - 2 year age group.
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Before school protein pancakes
If you've got a fussy eater, you're likely to worry about how your child will cope during a school day. Breakfast time has always been a battle in our house, with many of the preferred options high on sugar and low on sustenance. Enter these protein pancakes. They have changed breakfast time for us, there are no more battles (in fact, they beg for them!), and I know they are fuelling the kids well for a busy day. So it would be rude of me to not share this little gem of a recipe with you!
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Ideas for celebrating New Years at home with kids
With younger children, sometimes we just have to admit that a night out at the fireworks for New Year's Eve isn't going to work. There's no fun in cranky, tired children thrown in amongst huge crowds!! It's more than ok to stay home and celebrate instead! But that doesn't mean you can't have some fun! Here are some ideas that we'll be using to make our celebrations special and fun.
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Where to donate your pre-loved goods on the Gold Coast
Clutter is one of my worst enemies – I honestly feel like I can’t think straight when there is too much clutter around! I’m always looking for opportunities to clear out things that we no longer need or use. At the same time however, I don’t want to continually add to landfill, so I try to be smart about what I do with our pre-loved goods. Here I’ll share with you my tips for the wardrobe clear out and how to find a new purpose for your pre-loved goods that will support a good cause.
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My Baby Organics, Gold Coast
My Baby Organics is a Gold Coast company serving up 100% certified organic, plant-based, frozen baby and toddler meals! With no added sugar, salt, preservatives, additives, colours, or flavours, it's such a great option for parents short on time, wanting a freezer stash, or even a gift idea for a new mumma! Their range starts at baby's first tastes with their 4+ month category, and moves through the different textures building up to toddler meals including pasta and risotto dishes.
