Winter on the Gold Coast doesn't mean that the fun stops. With such a fleeting moment of winter, why not make the most of the cold weather and make your way through this mini-bucket list! There are so many great things on across the coast, pull out your winter woollies and get out there!
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Family friendly ways to commemorate ANZAC Day
With ANZAC Day on 25 April, RSL Australia has shared some great ways to commemorate ANZAC Day as a family, regardless of the age of your children. These are all easy, affordable and kid-friendly ideas to help you pay your respects to our veterans.
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Rainy day activities for Gold Coast Kids
Rainy days are usually few and far between on the Gold Coast, so when the rain does set in, we’re often scrambling for indoor activities for kids to keep occupied. I’ve rounded up some of the best spots on the Gold Coast to eat, activities to do and things to see that are indoors, family and kid friendly, and out of the rain!
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The Ultimate Graduation Gift
Looking for a meaningful gift for your child at the end of their school days that costs very little and but will be something you all treasure? The Ultimate Graduation Gift is as simple as finding a beautiful book about graduating, growth, or being you, and having your child’s teacher(s) write a sentiment in the book at the end of each year. You could gift this book to your child at the end of Primary School, or keep going right through til the end of Secondary School.
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Coastal Babysitters, Gold Coast
If you're looking for a babysitter, whether it's a one-off, help during the holidays, or for a special event, Coastal Babysitters have got you covered! Coastal Babysitters bring the fun to your home so you can go out without feeling guilty, knowing your kids are in trusted care, and having just as much FUN as you are! They will be looked after by the most qualified and experienced sitters for any age group including newborns.
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Valentine’s Day love wall for kids
Create a Valentine's Day love wall for kids! Love bomb their door with notes about things you love about your child. By Valentine's Day they will have a door full of beautiful love notes from mum.
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3 meaningful first day of school gifts to help beat the nerves
Whether you've got a Prep starting school for the first time, or you're a seasoned parent with kids off for another year, there are bound to be some nerves as we prepare for the first day at school. To help kick start the excitement and hopefully calm a few of those nerves, here are 3 first day of school gifts to help your child feel more confident as they start a new school year!
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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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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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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.
