• Christmas

    Christmas Time: Gingerbread playdoh

    Put a spin on your traditional playdoh mix and make some gingerbread playdoh! Perfect for little people to pretend baking cookies, this is a great addition to any play kitchens or just get it out on the kitchen bench while you're cooking and let them join in.

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    Christmas Time: Fizzy Presents

    Fizzy Christmas Presents is a great science activity to do with the kids! Watch as they learn about the reaction between vinegar and bicarb soda, and find some hidden surprises.

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    25 Christmas traditions to start with your family in 2020

    What makes Christmas magical for you? Is it the traditions you remember having as you grew up? As parents, we naturally want our kids to have the BEST Christmas ever! Well, add a little of that Christmas magic and start your own traditions - it's never too late to start! Last year I shared my favourite Christmas traditions and the meaning behind them. This year, I'm sharing 25 more traditions you could start right now! Go on, spread that Christmas cheer!

  • Birthdays

    Ultimate guide to kids birthday party venues on the Gold Coast

    Looking for somewhere to host your next kids birthday party? You've come to the right place! Here are over 40 different Gold Coast birthday party venues ranging across indoor activities, play centres, adrenalin activities, outdoor activities, arcades and bowling, and free parks and gardens. The hardest part will be choosing just one!

  • Easter

    Feed the Bunny

    This quick and simple Easter activity can be used as play at home inspiration all year round - just change up the animal and the food and you have a new activity!!

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    Keeping family traditions at Christmas

    Making family traditions at Christmas time is one of my favourite things – it really helps us to remember the true spirit of Christmas and not get swept up in the spending of money and general craziness of the season. I've compiled a list of some of my favourite traditions, and am sharing a bit about our family Christmas tradition too.

  • Birthdays

    ‘Teddy bear’s picnic’ First birthday party theme

    This was such a fun party to plan, and the teddy bear picnic theme is perfect for a first birthday. With most children this age still crawling, toys on picnic blankets and cuddly teddy bears are perfect! This makes for a great morning or afternoon tea party, and the colours can be easily adapted to suit your taste.

  • Birthdays

    First birthday gifts for boys

    Having two boys I'm often asked for first birthday gift ideas. I love getting things that are sentimental, but also practical! Here I've rounded up some of my favourite first birthday gift ideas in a few price categories, catering for those buying for their son, grandson, nephew, family member or friend!