The Junctions Of Motherhood; 15 Moments That Will Change Your Parenting Journey

by Lisa // August 5, 2015 // 6 Comments

This week I became the mother of a 15 year old! Excuse me a minute while I pick myself up off the floor! Did I really just write that? I thought that only happened to other people?! When Biscuit was... Continue reading →

Sleep is a balm to the mind, body and soul

Is Your teen Getting Enough Sleep?

by Lisa // July 19, 2015 // 1 Comment

It’s back to school for us this week, and as holiday bed-times draw to a close, I’m starting the conversation with the boys about what a school night bed time looks like! My goal is to keep bed-times in single digits,... Continue reading →

A Mother’s Contradiction: Nurturing Independence in Teens

by Lisa // July 11, 2015 // 8 Comments

Why is it that every step your teenager takes towards independence leaves you feeling that little bit emptier? Often the pride I feel in seeing my child’s milestones is tinged with a sense of loss. Why does each new phase of growing up feel like a step further away from me?... Continue reading →

Words Of Wisdom For Your 16 Year Old Self

by Lisa // June 20, 2015 // 10 Comments

Dear 16 Year Old Self, You are beautiful, slim and amazing. I know you don’t believe this yet, but I want to show you why you should. Body Talk That body you constantly criticise, and think hateful thoughts about, looks... Continue reading →

Would You Take Your 11 Year Old To A Pink Concert?

by Lisa // May 25, 2015 // 12 Comments

It’s a question I hadn’t considered till I saw the recent story of a Mum in the US who has been taken to court for taking her daughter to a Pink concert! Are we making appropriate choices as Mum’s... Continue reading →

The End of an Era

by Lisa // December 4, 2014 // 1 Comment

It’s really happening. Today confirmed my suspicions. They are growing up. Today was the end of primary school for my ‘baby’ Berry and the beginning of a new chapter. It’s been an emotional day for us both, but for different... Continue reading →

A Journey Beyond Kilometers

by Lisa // November 1, 2014 // No Comments

We recently travelled for 3 months around Australia and I began blogging, mainly to share news and updates with friends and family, but also to record a journal of our adventures. As we travelled it was clear that this was... Continue reading →

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