Christmas, that joyful time where we focus on family and food. Well, sometimes. I’ve got to admit, Christmas didn’t mean that much to me until I had kids. But now, as a mum, it’s taken on a whole new meaning. I love decorating with them, we make a night of putting up the tree and have … Read more
Breastfeeding – that natural and simple process that just happens so easily when you have a baby – ha! Well, that may be the case for some, but not for me. I so desperately want to nurse my baby and honestly did not think I’d struggle with it as bad as I did. I remember sitting … Read more
Brrr – it’s really starting to get chilly out there. I’ve had the slow cooker out for the past week, which I love because it’s such an easy way to cook, and it makes my freezing kitchen feel cosy. BUT I’m running out of hearty meal ideas for my hungry lot. I need filling yet … Read more
These free printable Christmas gift tags are a perfect way to dress up your Christmas gifts – and save money at the same time. Simply print at home, cut or peel and stick on your gift to really add some personality to your gifts for loved ones. I have created a list of 10 printable … Read more
Mince is a great staple protein source that is relatively cheap and very adaptable. That’s why families love it! I’ve curated a list of cheap mince recipes that the whole family will love. All of these recipes have two things in common. First – they’re affordable. And secondly, they’re packed with flavour. If you need … Read more
Do you often find yourself cooking a ham for gatherings or family get-togethers? Ham sales skyrocket around the holidays, as most traditional meals feature ham as the main dish. This year, we’re keeping it really simple and have asked my parents for a Christmas ham as our gift (my Mum does the best honey-glazed ham … Read more
These days, everyone needs to think about being frugal in the kitchen. A great way to save money when cooking for your family is to find creative, healthy, and inexpensive ways to bulk up meals. By adding volume to your dishes with budget-friendly ingredients, you can stretch your grocery budget further without sacrificing taste or … Read more
I love eating out. My budget doesn’t. That’s why I love discovering restaurants with kids eat free offers. Not only does trying out a new kids eat free Christchurch restaurant save money, but they are also usually kid-friendly with staff and facilities receptive to and accepting of our delightful little moonbeams. Note – most kids eat … Read more
This scavenger hunt is a super fun way to entertain the kids with only things you have on hand. Feel free to improvise if you are missing an item. If you prefer the printable version, click the link below: ———->FREE Printable Indoor Scavenger Hunt For more fun and frugal family activities check out this post: … Read more
Some days, I love to hear the rain splattering on the windows. But not on the days when both of the kids are home. On those days, I usually roll my eyes and think ‘aaargh, what’ll we do today’? I’m really trying hard to create a fun atmosphere in our small home, so I’ve started … Read more