This is where I spew the thoughts in my head, out into text that is hopefully in a readable format.

Kiwi Dad Invents Phone Perfect For Kids’ First Phone
In this scary world full of technology, social media, bullying and all the horrible things in between; thinking about your child having a cellphone of

The Parenting Car Park Wars – Mum Gets Angry
I don’t know about you guys, but as a Mum, I freaking love a good parenting car park. They’re specifically for parents of young children

Tips For Dealing With Fussy Eaters
This post is sponsored by Zeapure. Dealing with fussy eaters can be absolute torture. One day they’re eating chicken and broccoli, the next they openly

This Dad Having A Conversation With His Baby Is ADORABLE
I don’t know about you guys, but when my daughter was younger she spoke her own language for at least 2 years. Looking back on

My Time Overseas Has Opened My Eyes
I’ve just come back from 3 weeks away overseas in Germany with my sister, and whilst I may still be on a high from that

My Top 10 Favourites From Amazon Prime Video
Sponsored by 2degrees Amazon Prime Video is HERE! Finally! There are thousands of popular movies and TV series online, plus a lot of Prime Video

Digesting What’s Happened & Talking To The Kids
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you will know that Christchurch (and New Zealand) were rocked by a horrific terror attack in which 50

The Lowdown: Home Ventilation
We recently got a SAYR Home Ventilation system put in, and a bathroom extractor fan; and I get questions a lot asking me how it’s

Husband “Sexts” His Wife And It’s What We All Need
Some couples send each other nudes and sexy text messages (sexts) to spice up the relationship. However if you’re anything like my husband, and this

This Statistic Is Disgusting
Today over on Instagram’s instastories (add me: happymumhappychild), I shared this graph. Just take a moment to let this sink in … Fuck that shit.

What If Your Period Was A Person?
Aaah our period. That time of the month when the flood gates open. Our emotions run wild. We want to eat. We want to cry.

NZ Government Bans Smoking In Cars With Children
Finally, New Zealand has stepped up and is banning smoking in cars with children. Last year Duncan Garner, from the AM Show, called for the

I Nominated 3 Charities For The Newman’s Own Foundation Grant
Towards the end of last year (2018), I was approached by Newman’s Own Foundation, and asked to nominate some charities to receive a substantial $75k

New Year, Improved Me
New Year, New Me? No way … New Year, Improved Me. I learned a lot in 2018: I learned to take a step back; I learned

My Journey With Keto
As someone who has struggled with their weight for at least 15 years, I was getting sick and tired of myself and the way I

Why Do I Have To Lose My S**t Before Anyone Listens?
I could have a polite conversation with my children about my expectations, yet we all know the only time they really listen is when I lose