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    5 Maternity fashion hacks to maximize your wardrobe

    February 18, 2025 /

    I’m not saying that I’m a pro when it comes to being pregnant, but I’ve been around ye ol’ pregnancy block more than a couple of times and I know all about the struggles of trying to dress your bump. I mean, sure, there are gorgeous maternity dresses online (you should check out the maternity dresses that I spotted on Superbalist!) but I have a couple of maternity fashion hacks up my sleeve (pun intended) that will help you to make your closet work for you! I know, right? Thank me with food. 5 Maternity fashion tips to maximize your wardrobe Bodysuits Gone are the days of oversized maternity shirts…

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  • Pregnant Again
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    Pregnant again?

    September 14, 2025 /

    Now, as you may know, I have a lot of children, and (like all other children) they are especially cute… so one could say that we’ve done a good job at creating kids. Right? Until I give off a whiff of my favorite scent – Eau De Pregnant – and people start losing their metaphorical ish. Because, apparently, I’m only allowed to be pregnant a certain amount of times AND within a certain period, or else I’m straight up being sloppy… and that’s not a good look. Well, that’s what I heard from all the ‘CEO of Ovaries‘ who cared to weigh in on the topic. So yes, I’ve been…

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  • Reviews,  Tips and tricks

    How useful is a nappy bin? {Win with Tommee Tippee!}

    July 28, 2025 /

    As the name of my blog would suggest, I’m a bit of a nutjob when it comes to making lists. Needless to say, I knew exactly what I wanted and needed, while planning for baby Asher’s arrival. I had opted for items that were practical and efficient. Price point was important and I also wanted to know that I would get the full use of product, instead of throwing money at something that I would only use for 2 weeks. (It happens, Mary, it happens.) Any the hoo, one of the items on my list was a nappy disposal bin BUT I wasn’t completely sold on the idea. I mean,…

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    November 27, 2025 /

    My introduction to breastfeeding was an unwanted one. I was only 18 years old and I remember being so thankful that the challenging pregnancy and pain of childbirth was over. Finally my life (and body) will return to some sort of normal, right? But no… this was not the case. The nurse (probably shocked at my age) sternly instructed me to feed my baby. I felt a range of emotions. My body was still not my own. I had already given up 9 months of my youth to house another life. Do you mean to tell me, I now have to give up my flesh yet again, to feed the…

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  • Heart matters

    My birth story: an unplanned C-Sec that changed everything

    August 30, 2025 /

    You know I’m always joking around about the fact that I’m a (self-acclaimed) preggy expert since I’ve been pregnant very many times in my life. And when it comes to birthing my babies, I’ve always opted for natural labour (unmedicated for the most part) because I know my body and I understand the birthing process and what needs to happen. But when I was admitted to hospital on Monday afternoon, for an induced labour, I had absolutely no peace about it at all. In fact, I ended up crying (no jokes) because something did not feel right. But let’s start at the beginning: “Imma push this baby out!” We visited…

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    What you really need in your hospital bag

    August 15, 2025 /

    Now, given the fact that I’ve been pregnant thrice in under five years, I’m kinda immune to the over-catering of things, when it comes to preparing for my pending birth. I mean, call it what you want (efficiency, wisdom, “she has two small kids and no time”), I’ve just decided to not be extra this time around and it’s giving me life. With that said, when I started packing my hospital bags the other day, I realised just how much nonsense I packed when I gave birth to my other minions children. I mean, have you tried rummaging through a bag filled with stuff, while trying to care for your…

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    My favorite baby brands (and they didn’t even pay me to say so)

    August 6, 2025 /

    So being a blogger and a mama, all at the same time, means that I often get to test and try out new products and services in a bid to, you know, let you guys know if the product/service is worth your while. When it comes to raising tiny human beings, I love checking out new things that can help to make my parenting journey easier/better. (Call me the Debora Patta of the baby world.) BUT this is my fourth baby and I kinda know which products work (for me) by now. Also, I’m tired, you guys and I have the added pleasure of raising a 4 year old and…

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    So I’m giving birth, like, tomorrow(ish), and we still haven’t decided on a name for baby. I mean, okay, we don’t even know what baby’s gender is, but even if we did, choosing a name has become the internal struggle within my marriage. We each have our favorites and both of us are not willing to budge. I mean, it’s pretty fun being stubborn right now. While Googling name options the other day, I remembered a blog post that I had written in 2025, when I was preggers with Jo. In the post, I listed the hottest and weirdest baby name ideas of that season and kinda explained how we…

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    Now, I would never claim to be an expert of anything (expert chicken pops eater – is that a thing?) but when it comes to giving birth, I kinda know what’s up. And with this being my fourth pregnancy, I had planned to give natural birth once again, as I had with all my other kids. I was mentally and emotionally prepared for it. Until a trip to my OBGYN revealed that baby is most definitely still breech, and at 34 weeks we kinda have a 3 week window period to ensure that he/she moves into position for birth. Freaking out? Nay, not I, kind Sir.  (I mean, I usually…

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It's the audacity for me. Sometimes I just want to monologue about how I felt when I fell off my bike when I was 12 years old and, honestly, all I'm asking for is an enthralled audience. But, I mean, clearly that is too much to ask for 🙄🙄🙄 (He says he listening but it's eye contact or bust) (I actually gave him a 15 minute snooze break until the second half of my monologue begins. I know, I'm like, SUCH, a good wife. #thoughtful #humble) #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #wife4life
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It's the audacity for me. Sometimes I just want to monologue about how I felt when I fell off my bike when I was 12 years old and, honestly, all I'm asking for is an enthralled audience. But, I mean, clearly that is too much to ask for 🙄🙄🙄 (He says he listening but it's eye contact or bust) (I actually gave him a 15 minute snooze break until the second half of my monologue begins. I know, I'm like, SUCH, a good wife. #thoughtful #humble) #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #wife4life
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A Barbie that is a mermaid that is a color reveal doll?! Where have you been all my life??!! 😭 Excuse the drama, guys, but I've only ever had a very standard Barbie doll and here my child is, living her best life with some of the coolest Barbie dolls I've ever seen! Yes, yes I'm living my childhood vicariously through her. 😅😅 Some deets about these dolls: Barbie & Chelsea Color Reveal dolls promises all kinds of delight.  Reveal the Rainbow Mermaid Series with Original Color Reveal Innovation! Remove your mermaid doll from the packaging and place her in the tube with warm water.  Watch as the magic takes effect, and reveal the look. Who wouldn't want one of these?! I mean, I do. Don't you? 😅😢 Collab @Barbie @brandalleypr #BarbieSA #BarbieColorReveal #BarbieColorRevealMermaid #BarbieChelseaColorReveal #BarbieChelseaColorRevealMermaid #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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A Barbie that is a mermaid that is a color reveal doll?! Where have you been all my life??!! 😭 Excuse the drama, guys, but I've only ever had a very standard Barbie doll and here my child is, living her best life with some of the coolest Barbie dolls I've ever seen! Yes, yes I'm living my childhood vicariously through her. 😅😅 Some deets about these dolls: Barbie & Chelsea Color Reveal dolls promises all kinds of delight.  Reveal the Rainbow Mermaid Series with Original Color Reveal Innovation! Remove your mermaid doll from the packaging and place her in the tube with warm water.  Watch as the magic takes effect, and reveal the look. Who wouldn't want one of these?! I mean, I do. Don't you? 😅😢 Collab @Barbie @brandalleypr #BarbieSA #BarbieColorReveal #BarbieColorRevealMermaid #BarbieChelseaColorReveal #BarbieChelseaColorRevealMermaid #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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So what is your take on hand-me-down clothing? Me, I'ma fan 😁 In fact, my son will soon be wearing a jersey that has warmed the arms of two uncles, two nephews and his older brother! The trick to it, though, is investing in quality pieces that can stand the test of time (and by “test of time” I do mean my boisterous sons and their wild ways). Even though I’m quite frugal, I always try to invest a bit more in jackets and shoes. Knowing that someone else (or a couple of someone else’s) will get a wear out of it too definitely influences my purchase process. One of the brands that I “invest” in, for my kids, is Converse. I mean, besides for us being part of the #ChuckTaylorGang (we invited ourselves 😂), I also am totally obsessed with my Chucks and I obviously can’t resist decking my kids out in Converse drip too. But, besides for that… Converse is classic… our Chucks are timeless and even though it may be worn-in already, that kinda just adds to the vibe. So yes, there are a couple of pairs of Chucks that have been passed down from one kid to another. And I’m so pumped that we added the Converse X Peanuts Chucks to our “collection” too (let’s ma call it a collection, shall we 😂😢)? For the Converse X Peanuts collab, Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip, Peanuts. Cool right?! This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know and love on the classic canvas. Rookie USA is the ultimate spot if you’re into Converse (they also stock Nike, Crayola, Jordan’s and others). They are a once stop shop for all the coolest drip for your kids! BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June. You’ll find the details somewhere on my grid. Do you do hand-me-downs? Or nah? Collab @rookieusa.za @converse.za @conversekids #chucktaylorgang #converseXpeanuts #converseza #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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So what is your take on hand-me-down clothing? Me, I'ma fan 😁 In fact, my son will soon be wearing a jersey that has warmed the arms of two uncles, two nephews and his older brother! The trick to it, though, is investing in quality pieces that can stand the test of time (and by “test of time” I do mean my boisterous sons and their wild ways). Even though I’m quite frugal, I always try to invest a bit more in jackets and shoes. Knowing that someone else (or a couple of someone else’s) will get a wear out of it too definitely influences my purchase process. One of the brands that I “invest” in, for my kids, is Converse. I mean, besides for us being part of the #ChuckTaylorGang (we invited ourselves 😂), I also am totally obsessed with my Chucks and I obviously can’t resist decking my kids out in Converse drip too. But, besides for that… Converse is classic… our Chucks are timeless and even though it may be worn-in already, that kinda just adds to the vibe. So yes, there are a couple of pairs of Chucks that have been passed down from one kid to another. And I’m so pumped that we added the Converse X Peanuts Chucks to our “collection” too (let’s ma call it a collection, shall we 😂😢)? For the Converse X Peanuts collab, Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip, Peanuts. Cool right?! This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know and love on the classic canvas. Rookie USA is the ultimate spot if you’re into Converse (they also stock Nike, Crayola, Jordan’s and others). They are a once stop shop for all the coolest drip for your kids! BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June. You’ll find the details somewhere on my grid. Do you do hand-me-downs? Or nah? Collab @rookieusa.za @converse.za @conversekids #chucktaylorgang #converseXpeanuts #converseza #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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How rad is the Converse X Peanuts collab?! Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip to bring some lighthearted positivity to the world. This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know in love on the classic canvas. BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June.
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How rad is the Converse X Peanuts collab?! Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip to bring some lighthearted positivity to the world. This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know in love on the classic canvas. BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June.
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Potty training season has always stressed me out because pee and poop on my carpet is not a vibe. And then earlier this week, a couple of clever moms were telling me that they don't potty train their kids. They simply wait until the kid starts asking to use the loo OR until the child actually shows signs that they are ready to use the loo. And honestly my response was 🤯. I wish I tried this 4 babies ago! If youve successfully potty-trained your toddler without actually potty-training them, please drop some wisdom in the comments section below. #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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Potty training season has always stressed me out because pee and poop on my carpet is not a vibe. And then earlier this week, a couple of clever moms were telling me that they don't potty train their kids. They simply wait until the kid starts asking to use the loo OR until the child actually shows signs that they are ready to use the loo. And honestly my response was 🤯. I wish I tried this 4 babies ago! If youve successfully potty-trained your toddler without actually potty-training them, please drop some wisdom in the comments section below. #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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Sussie showing off her @converse.za @rookieusa.za drip. (Disclaimer: I was never this cool and I honestly don't know how my (very nerdy) husband and I created such cool kids. Can you relate? 😅😂) Collab #converseza #rookieusa #chucktaylorgang #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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Sussie showing off her @converse.za @rookieusa.za drip. (Disclaimer: I was never this cool and I honestly don't know how my (very nerdy) husband and I created such cool kids. Can you relate? 😅😂) Collab #converseza #rookieusa #chucktaylorgang #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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