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Choosing jam in the supermarket
Jam is typically made with a lot of sugar and fruit to create a sweet, sticky spread for toast and sandwiches. If you'd like to cut out...


Who scared parents about parmesan?
I am discussing this topic because every time I use parmesan, I receive comments about its unsuitability for babies. This is incorrect;...


Avoid this cream at Christmas
The Christmas season has arrived, and cream is being bought more than usual for tasty dishes and desserts. However, make a wise and...


A simple guide to supermarket honey
Most supermarket honey is blended and heated, leaving you uncertain about its contents—whether it's a natural sweetener or contains added...


Healthy mash in minutes?!
What comes to mind when I mention microwave meals? Probably not the best ingredients or the healthiest option, right? But what if I told...


Choosing toothpaste
We recommend to opt for a fluoride free toothpaste especially under the age of 3 years old when teeth are developing. Ingestion of too...


Teach your baby to use a straw
Many people ask me about the best way to teach young children how to drink from a straw. Your child might find it challenging due to...


50+ great Aldi finds we love and recommend
Here is a selection of items I frequently purchase at Aldi, featuring excellent ingredient lists and even better prices! This piece...


10 of the worst supermarket lunchbox fillers
Get ready to revamp your lunchbox game! We've shared our top favourite lunchbox fillers, but now it's time to reveal the ones you should...


23 lunchbox mains which are not a sandwich
We understand not all children will enjoy a simple sandwich and making lunchboxes for nursery/school can be a task for these parents who...


15 breads and 40 fillers we approve of for lunchboxes
Mornings can be a whirlwind—especially when you’re juggling hasty breakfast routines, frantic back-to-school preparation, and ensuring...


40 back to school supermarket packet snacks we approve of
I think lunchboxes should primarily consist of simple, whole foods, but I also enjoy having some packaged choices for days when I'm...


Choosing beef mince
Everyone enjoys a burger, meatball, or simple spaghetti bolognese for the entire family. Were you aware that opting for this beef mince...


Choosing oats
Manufacturers can prepare raw oat groats in various ways to make them ready for consumption. The manufacturing process changes the...


Baby wipes to avoid
Behold the almighty baby wipe! Can you imagine the chaos without these magical sheets? Our adorable little monsters are constantly...


Cups and bottles we recommend
While sippy cups may be convenient for parents to “grab and go” and avoid messes, they can actually hinder your baby’s speech, language,...


A guide to purchasing ice lollies
The marketing tactics employed for ice lollies is extremely misleading, as the packaging and language used are designed to attract the...


Choosing the right cordial for your child
"NO ADDED SUGAR" is not always best.. take a read to see why as well as our recommended cordials for your child


3 ingredient crisps have hit the supermarket
Hey everyone! As you all know I’m always on the hunt for great supermarket finds for myself but of course you guys too. I am beyond...


Ketchup better for kids
We recommend not introducing ketchup unless it’s needed as a tool to eat more foods! Why? Because children can form a habit of needing it...
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