Would you love to take the whole whānau on a fun, affordable break — without the hassle of flights or expensive accommodation? If your budget doesn’t quite stretch to overseas travel, why not try a staycation instead? Here are 50+ family staycation ideas for New Zealand families — many are free or low-cost, and all … Read more
Inside: 71 fabulous and totally free gift ideas your recipient will love! The holiday season can be hard on your wallet – but the good news is, it doesn’t have to be! It’s difficult to plan Christmas gifts when you have no money, but you can let it inspire you to find something truly meaningful. … Read more
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