• Parenting

    Where to donate your pre-loved goods on the Gold Coast

    Clutter is one of my worst enemies – I honestly feel like I can’t think straight when there is too much clutter around! I’m always looking for opportunities to clear out things that we no longer need or use. At the same time however, I don’t want to continually add to landfill, so I try to be smart about what I do with our pre-loved goods. Here I’ll share with you my tips for the wardrobe clear out and how to find a new purpose for your pre-loved goods that will support a good cause.

  • Parenting

    My Baby Organics, Gold Coast

    My Baby Organics is a Gold Coast company serving up 100% certified organic, plant-based, frozen baby and toddler meals! With no added sugar, salt, preservatives, additives, colours, or flavours, it's such a great option for parents short on time, wanting a freezer stash, or even a gift idea for a new mumma! Their range starts at baby's first tastes with their 4+ month category, and moves through the different textures building up to toddler meals including pasta and risotto dishes.

  • Playgrounds,  Water play

    Pirate Park, Palm Beach

    Pirate Park at Palm Beach has long been a family favourite. Located within the Palm Beach Parklands, right on Currumbin Creek, you can easily spend the day here so be sure to pack the swimmers, a picnic blanket and a change of clothes!

  • Playgrounds

    Quota Park Biggera Waters

    Quota Park in Biggera Waters is a fabulous nautical themed playground with plenty of imaginative play elements. Catering for a variety of ages, there is so much to do at this playground! It's a also a great spot for a family walk or bike ride, doing a loop between Quota Park and Harley Park!

  • Eating out

    Nobbys Shack, Mermaid Beach

    A cafe with a playground - we're there! Nobbys Shack at Mermaid Beach is a rare unicorn in the world of parent-friendly cafes, and once word gets out this is going to be THE place for cafe dates with children in tow.

  • Playgrounds

    The Heights, Pimpama

    Little Ninja Warriors will love this playground at The Heights in Pimpama! Living up to it's name, this playground is all about climbing high. From the centre tower with birds nest and slide, to the amazing climbing dome and monkey bars - kids can scale the heights to their hearts desire.

  • Playgrounds

    Rotary Park, Mudgeeraba

    Rotary Park at Mudgeeraba is only small, but it's in the centre of everything so very popular for families! Fitting with its historic location, the playground is designed to resemble a steam train Carriages with wheels are all linked together, and you'll find steering wheels and a steam engine chimney too! My 3yo loved all the bridges, tunnels and staircases linking everything together, as well as the pretend train tracks running through the middle.

  • Recipes

    Easy Choc Zucchini Muffins

    Lunchbox snacks are now high on the priority list in our household, and I'll take any chance to pack these with extra nutrients! These are the perfect chocolatey muffins, but little ones will never know the secret ingredient is actually, really good for them!