This is where I spew the thoughts in my head, out into text that is hopefully in a readable format.
Keep It Kind Online
Keep It Kind Online The internet is a wonderful place, full of information and people to chat to about everything. And I do mean
Are You A Control Freak About Your Kids’ Sleep?
©Maria Foy – Happy Mum Happy Child Are You A Control Freak About Your Kids’ Sleep? I recently read an article on Scary Mommy
Frequently Asked Questions
© Can Stock Photo / marish Frequently Asked Questions Here are a list of questions I get asked ALL the time. These are serious questions

Growing Up As A Kiwi Kid
Many of you don’t know this, but I was born and raised on a farm in South Auckland. Ramarama to be exact. I am the
Why I Started Happy Mum Happy Child
Why I Started Happy Mum Happy Child I often get asked this a lot, and a few years a go I did write a
Movie Review: Wonder Woman
Movie Review: Wonder Woman I don’t even know where to begin with this. FUCK ME. That was an amazing movie. I think I smiled from
The Lowdown: Kmart Online
The Lowdown: Kmart Online So by now most of you have heard the news: you can now shop online from Kmart here in New Zealand.
Kmart Online Shopping IS HERE!
Kmart: Online ShoppingIS Here! You heard it right! Online shopping is officially HERE! From now on, if you live anywhere in New Zealand, you can order

How To Survive The Day
We all have those days (or weeks) where we just don’t know how we’re going to make it through. I’ve had it before and it’s
Me Time
Me Time What is this “me time” thing you speak of Maria? As a parent there’s almost no such thing! Well I’m here to
Friday Favourites: The One Doing It Alone
Friday Favourites: The One Doing It Alone This week my husband went away for work (he’s still away), which meant this whole parenting gig has

Carseats And Bulky Jackets
I don’t ever pretend that I am a perfect Mum (who is!), but when I read the latest article about carseats and bulky jackets I
Friday Favourites: The One About The Doorbell
© Maria Foy | Happy Mum Happy Child Friday Favourites: The One About The Doorbell This week was actually really rough. Not just for me, but

Bring A Plate Ideas
When I hear “bring a plate” or see the words, my pulse starts to race. I start getting sweaty palms and suddenly I’m like “What

Review: Ring Video Doorbell
Review: Ring Video Doorbell I was recently given a Ring Video Doorbell (NZ $349) to review, and I was absolutely blown away. Just a bit
How To Build A Blanket Fort
This post is sponsored by Edmond’s Cooking How To Build A Blanket Fort Picture this, you’re stuck at home in the middle of winter.
