Though things seem to have been shifting in the right direction thanks to the sustainable trends, we’re still a consumerist society. With all the tricks of marketing companies use, it’s easy to get tempted into buying something you don’t need.

Having a baby is a blessing for the parents, however, things take a different turn as soon as you realize you have a fussy little one who gives you no time to rest through the night. I take it from my experience. Happy as my husband and I were, expecting Ethan our first son, thingsContinue reading

Ah, pregnancy, the blissful period of a woman. When I first found out about my pregnancy, a long period of excitement followed, with lots of thoughts on names, baby clothing and nursery furniture, that is, until the morning sickness kicked in. Of course it was nothing like the Duchess of Camrbidge’s, the so called HyperemesisContinue reading

Even if we don’t exactly think we have any memories that far back from our childhood days, we do – at least foggy ones, as in my case. The first one I can remember has to do with falling off my bike, and my grandparents rushing out to see whether I’m bleeding. I did haveContinue reading

You might as well guess from the title, (if you’ve already read my previous post that is), it’s a post that’s something similar, or rather in relation, to the choice of toys I let my boys play with. Growing up in a society with clearly defined stereotypes about boys and girls, I intend to changeContinue reading

For a good night’s sleep, it’s essential to spend some time relaxing and this applies to kids too. To help my kids surrender the day and welcome some rest time, I’ve created a special routine – a relaxing bath soak before bedtime! In our household, bathtime means lots of fun for both my sons andContinue reading

Though as we grow up, we get so caught in the day to day lives full of errands, forgetting to look for and appreciate the simplicity in life we used to have when we were kids, being a parent has taught me how to nurture my inner child.

Our kids are a reflection of what we have or have not taught them, and they show the world every day what kind of people their parents are. Just like me, both my sons have very strong opinions regarding the music they like to listen to, the clothes they like to wear, the food theyContinue reading

Those who know me know that I put extra effort into leading a healthy lifestyle – I do yoga, go hiking, swimming, and I’m pro-organic. I try to pass these healthy habits to my kids, both when it comes to eating and play-time. I am also very particular when it comes to sleep. We allContinue reading

I can’t believe Noah is already three and I’m about to upgrade his nursery. For me, it seems like it was only yesterday when I was planning the arrangements for his nursery for the first time and was trying to put together just the right blend of practical and cool. Since Noah is my secondContinue reading