In typical Davis style we have just returned from our camping trip three days early. Yes, as always my husband and I thought it would be a great idea to take the kids on a low-key five day holiday to Wilson’s Prom. So my husband set about booking the accommodation with his first question being ‘Do you have Foxtel’ – I could just see eyes rolling at the other end of the phone. After a bit of searching it was apparent that a 2.5 x 2.5mt wooden hut w ..

In order to enjoy a successful day at the beach I believe a well pack beach bag, snacks and thought out beach accessories are essential. When you have kids gone are the days of grabbing your bathers, towel and sunscreen and rushing out the door, now you need pretty much everything but the kitchen sink to be prepared for the day. So, here are my tips on what helps to make a good day at the beach 1) A Shelley Beach Bag to house the below 2) GnB Towel 3) Sundance  ..

Today it's raining and it's the middle of summer / school holidays which makes for the perfect excuse to cook my favourite slice recipe. This Hedgehog recipe comes from my friend Jane, who is an excellent cook. Not only is this slice super delicious, it is easy to prepare and offers some sort of entertainment to otherwise bored children on holidays, however does not mix well with my new years resolution to steer clear of sweet treats. Oh Well... CHOCOLATE HEDGEHOG 375 ..

I’ve just heard that school does not break up for the year until Friday 23rd December, which technically gives kids two nights to get excited before the Big Day which got me to thinking where has the Christmas spirit gone? I am guilty of losing out in the Christmas spirit too, only decorating our tree on the 16th December, buying all Christmas presents yesterday in a whirlwind, not watching one Christmas movie or not listening to one Christmas carol with my boys. I  ..

I’ve just heard that school does not break up for the year until Friday 23rd December, which technically gives kids two nights to get excited before the Big Day which got me to thinking where has the Christmas sprit gone? I am guilty of losing out in the Christmas spirit too, only decorating our tree on the 16th December, buying all Christmas presents yesterday in a whirlwind, not watching one Christmas movie or not listening to one Christmas carol with my boys. I h ..

Thinking of getting in to the Christmas baking spirit? Try this easy and yummy recipe... Serves: 24 Ingredients: 1 x cup powdered milk 1 x cup rice bubble 1 x cup icing sugar ½ cup desiccated coconut 1 x cup mixed dry fruit 250gm Copha, melted and cooled 2 x tsp vanilla essence Method: Prep: 15 minutes | Cook: 30 minutes Mix all th ..

I wonder when it’s too early to start using the one-liners about Santa only delivering presents to good little girls and boys? We’ll I’ve decided that you can start to bring it in around early November and then really rev things up leading into December. The success rate of behavioural bliss only gets better with age too, last year when Jack was three my threats were taken quite lightly this year I am really starting to see results. Exhibit A: Hair Cut:  ..

Last Minute Larry Part 2 So once again I find myself in. a LML situation and this time it's quite serious. Moving House. And guess what I've litteraly just got back from holidays and haven't packed a box and the removalist truck is coming in the morning. I can see Andy shaking her head at me as she would have been fully packed, boxes labelled and waiting at the front door yesterday, but no not me. I like to make things hard on myself but have made a pact that once I am settled ..

I have just come back from a 10 day holiday without my two boys and although I missed them like crazy I have devised a top 10 list why every now and then child-free break is essential: 1) Stress free and relaxing plane trip, no anxiety about child behavioural issues in confined spaces - bliss 2) Unpacking an adult suitcase, quick & simple - no nappies, floaties, toys, books, bottles, food, prams, porta cots, shall I go on...? 3) Sleep, sleep, sleep - morning, noon, night or anywher ..

Andy likes to refer to me as LML because I am renowned for sending out invitations less than a week prior to the occasions - my latest offence Jacks 4th birthday being held this Saturday. So, in order to prep for such an event here are a few tips in pulling off a LML kids party: 1) Choose a theme 2) Get online and order some themed props eg: pirate hats, loot bags, pinyada, treasure chest... 3) Devise menu...allocate some easy foods to close friends (ie my Nanna is in c ..