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Summer at the Beach With Kids

February 3, 2017 by lydiaritchie 45 Comments

Summer at the Beach With Kids

Growing up I fondly remember spending countless Summer days at the beach - whether it was playing on the grass, building sand castles or actually going in for a swim, sometimes (more often than not) all of the above. With the recent weather bomb we have had over the country, I know most of us are still waiting for Summer to arrive but let me tell you, it will get here and when it does I for one want to be ready. Funnily enough, whilst I don't really care for the wind and rain (I know it's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Acquisitions, Kids, Lifestyle, Motherhood Tagged With: Gifted, Giveaway, Sponsored Post, Sun Smart

‘Boody’ Organic Bamboo Eco Wear || Anything BUT Basic

November 15, 2016 by lydiaritchie Leave a Comment

‘Boody’ Organic Bamboo Eco Wear || Anything BUT Basic

Something I have loved about Sebastian starting preschool is that I have been able to get back out there and start walking again - strangely enough with two kiddies (even with a buggy), I havent been able to get out much with them both, not for a fast zip around the block, anyway! So, the arrival of some 'Boody' Organic Bamboo Eco Wear for myself and Isabelle, was a welcomed arrival. I was luckily enough to be sent a V-Neck T-Shirt and a pair of their Sports Ankle Socks; both of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Acquisitions, Lifestyle, Motherhood Tagged With: Fashion, Gifted

Preparing for Preschool

October 20, 2016 by lydiaritchie 58 Comments

Preparing for Preschool

Sebastian recently started Preschool, three weeks ago to be exact; and in the weeks leading up to him starting I began preparing both him and myself for this new adventure. The biggest thing I did which I firmly believe made the transition easy was involve Sebastian in pretty much every step, this way he felt like he had some sort of control over the situation, plus it built going to Preschool into something exciting. I am happy to say three weeks in and he is loving it! Pssst... Want to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Acquisitions, Kids, Lifestyle, Motherhood Tagged With: Gifted, Giveaway, Mummy Moments, Sponsored Post, Sun Smart

Preschool

October 12, 2016 by lydiaritchie Leave a Comment

Preschool

It's official my little man is a big pre-school boy.  I have been preparing myself for this moment for a few weeks now, yet when his first day rolled around, nothing actually prepared me for how I felt. It was a bittersweet moment. Whilst I am thrilled he is loving it so much and thriving at the new challenges he is facing, I can't help but feel a tinge of sadness. I have been put off sending him to pre-school / or kindy until he was three as I loved having him at home, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Motherhood Tagged With: Life Ramblings, Mummy Moments, Parenting, Sebastian

Relax with Float Culture

October 4, 2016 by lydiaritchie Leave a Comment

Relax with Float Culture

A couple of weeks ago I was invited to try out a Float Experience at Float Culture in Grafton. To be honest it couldn't have come at a worse better time, I was deep in the throws of planning and putting together Sebastian's 3rd birthday parties and the thought of spending 90 minutes relaxing seemed a bit of a joke. But at the same time, I was thoroughly intrigued by the concept of 'floating' and couldn't wait to try it out (let alone have 90 peaceful minutes to myself).   So what is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Acquisitions, Lifestyle, Motherhood Tagged With: Gifted, Me Time, Mummy Time

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      • A Giveaway & A Coffee Machine
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      • 'Boody' Organic Bamboo Eco Wear || Anything BUT Basic
      • Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
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      • Preparing for Preschool
      • From the Munch Cupboard ~ Munch Lunchbox
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      • Preschool
      • Relax with Float Culture
    • ► September
      • Double Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwiches
      • 3 Years With My Little Man
      • Create a Treasure Chest
      • Tot's Pantry ~ Nutritious Meals for Little Tummies
      • Isabelle's Girly Nursery Reveal
      • From the Munch Cupboard ~ Munch Baby Feeder
    • ► August
      • Sachie's Kitchen Meal Kits
      • Honesty. Honestly.
      • I'm Breaking Up With SNAPCHAT
      • Cheese Puffs
      • Go Fish! DIY Fishing Game
      • Having Fun Outdoors this Winter
    • ► July
      • Under the Sea ~ Paper Plate Crafts
      • Dream BIG with 'The BFG' these School Holidays
      • Be Inspired ~ Get Creative!
      • My Thoughts On The Gro-Clock Sleep Trainer
      • 6 Months With My Baby Girl
    • ► June
      • 5 Delicious & Nutritious Toddler (Approved) Lunch Ideas
      • Raspberry & White Chocolate Shortbread
      • Keep Warm & Snuggly This Winter With Babu
    • ► May
      • Julia & Libby's Wholefood Kitchen
      • DIY Car Storage Jars
      • Gaining Confidence With The YMCA Swim School
      • From The Munch Cupboard ~ Munch Baby Feeding Tray
      • Chocolate Bark Bites
      • Mother's Day Gift Tags - FREE Printable
      • Rose Petal Sugar Scrub
    • ► April
      • REVIEW: Golden Month
      • From The Munch Cupboard ~ Healthy Kids Cookbook
      • Isabelle Anne ~ Your Birth Story
    • ► March
      • Making Time For Me
      • Pastel Bunny Canvas
      • Caramello Filled Easter Cupcakes
      • Life is an Adventure
    • ► February
      • DIY Woven No-Sew Pillow
      • Vanilla and Green Tea Oatmeal Face Scrub
      • Meal Planning for the Busy Mum with FREE Printable
      • Easy DIY Magnetic Scrabble Chalkboard
    • ► January
      • Quick & Easy DIY Letter Décor
      • Play Idea ~ Summer Snow
      • Top 5 Tips for Travelling with a Toddler
      • Welcome Isabelle Anne
  • ► 2015
    • ► December
      • Mini Chocolate Christmas Puddings
      • Time for a Break
      • From the Munch Cupboard ~ Munch Eco Hero Baby Cup
    • ► November
      • REVIEW: Organic Care Package from Tigs & Boo
      • From the Munch Cupboard ~ Natural Wooden Baby Teething Necklace
      • REVIEW: Keeping My Kitchen Clean With Dettol
      • REVIEW: Eardrop's Journey: Sounds of the City
      • REVIEW: Comfort Food by Simon & Alison Holst
      • REVIEW: The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep
      • Children's Artwork Display
      • Pink or Blue? Old Wives' Tale Gender Predictions
      • Grown Ups Go Free with Kellogg's
      • 4 in 1 Nursing Pillow
      • Up-Cycled Wooden Crates
      • Thomas Themed Birthday Cake
      • A Simple Butter Cake
      • Chocoholic Choccie Cake
    • ► October
      • Lil Gooseberry ~ 32 Week Update
      • SNUGPOD - the perfect swaddle every time!
      • DIY Pillowcase Wall Art
      • REVIEW: Educational Colours Art and Craft Range
      • Toddler Fun ~ Threading
      • REVIEW: Finish Quantum Max
      • Transport Inspired Boys Bedroom
      • REVIEW: Funky Giraffe Bandana Bibs
      • Sebastian's 2nd Birthday ~ A Thomas Party
      • Lil Gooseberry ~ 28 Week Update
    • ► September
      • Two Years With My Little Man
      • A Serious Case Of Baby Brain
      • Hacked! Shadow Box Houses
      • REVIEW: Pineapple Heads Bath Time Products
      • Red Velvet Cake With Cream Cheese Icing
      • Creating Smiles With Allen's
      • Lil Gooseberry ~ 24 Week Update
      • Lil Gooseberry ~ 20 Week Update
      • DIY Sharpie 'Scribble' Mugs
    • ► August
      • This Is Me ~ The Face Behind Always Made With Love
      • Pushing Pause
      • Super Fun & Easy DIY Bubble Art
    • ► July
      • Ducks To Water
      • Decadent Cadbury Jaffa Slice
      • Jelly Tip Cheesecake Truffles
      • Key Lime Pie
      • Help! The Wolf is Coming!
      • Lil Gooseberry ~ 16 Week Update
    • ► June
      • Peppa Goes On Holiday
      • 21 Months of Cuteness
      • Coconut Loaf
      • Baby # 2 ~ The Details
      • Watties and Heinz Little Kids Range
      • Something A Little Bit Special...
    • ► May
      • Always Made With Love Turns ONE
    • ► April
      • 20 Facts
      • More Toys! Less Fun?
      • Buzzy Bee Books
      • Salami, Pesto & Mozzarella Muffins
    • ► March
      • 18 Months of Cuteness
      • Easter Bunny Treat Jars
      • DIY Baby / Toddler Swing
      • The Birthday Monster by Bridget Sherlock
      • Upside-down Plum Cake
    • ► February
      • 17 Months of Cuteness
      • Five Days Left By Julie Lawson Timmer
      • Sleep ~ Transitioning From Two Naps To One
      • Roasted Strawberries
      • Kiwi Mummy Blogs Review ~ Recipes For Messy Play
      • Birth Keepsake Wall Art
    • ► January
      • Roast Cherry Tomato & Spicy Chorizo Pasta
      • 16 Months Of Cuteness
      • Sebastian's Nursery
      • SHINE Blog Hop
      • My Goals ~ 2015
      • It's Official.. I'm Back
      • Hello 2015
  • ► 2014
    • ► December
      • Our Christmas ~ 2014
    • ► November
      • 14 Months Of Cuteness
      • My Favourite Chocolate Chip Cookies
      • Moroccan Lamb Burgers
      • ...And Schumi Makes Five
      • Piggy Pasta And More Food With Attitude
    • ► October
      • Bubba Bites - Muesli Teething Biscuits
      • Letter To My Little Mister
      • Sebastian's 1st Birthday Cake Smash
      • Bolognese Pinwheels
      • Lemon Coconut Slice
      • Kiwi Mummy Blog Review ~ Pic's Really Good Peanut Butter
    • ► September
      • Looking Back ~ The Early Days
      • Strawberry Ice Cream Tart
    • ► August
      • 11 Months Of Cuteness
      • Bubba Bites
      • Zzzz... Sleep
    • ► July
      • 10 Months of Cuteness
      • 9 Months of Cuteness
    • ► May
      • 8 Months of Cuteness

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