I wrote a flurry of posts announcing our pregnancy around week 14 and then have been fairly silent on the topic since. While I dragged myself through the first trimester, puking and whinging, the second trimester thankfully bought a burst of energy and a lot of action as we relocated from Australia to the UK. Now … Read more
Known as one of Melbourne’s more eclectic suburbs, Brunswick has personality (and cafes) in spades and since moving here last year I have never been short of things to do or eat. So, for anyone looking for something a bit alternative, I’ve rounded up some of my fave quirky things to do in Brunswick. From … Read more
These family-friendly glamping pods in the heart of The Cotswolds will please the parents as much as the kids. Enjoy home comforts with country views close to some of the UK’s prettiest villages. Luxury Cotswolds camping from just £59 per night. With an aversion to the cold and a bad track history with nature, I’m … Read more
Regular readers will know I’m a big fan of a travel capsule wardrobe. I want my travel outfits to take me from (airport) runway to resort in comfort and style and that applies to my feet too. Luckily, this year I discovered Aussie brand Rollie who have created a range of ultimate travel shoes. Read … Read more
I’ve been dragging my heels about writing this post. Firstly, because I wondered if reviewing the year was more fun for the writer than the audience (Insta poll saw me stand corrected) and secondly, because 2017 left me feeling a bit meh. The biggest cause of my meh-ery, I think, is due to our move … Read more
At the end of my last bumper pregnancy/life update I was nearing the end of the second trimester, waiting for our shipping to arrive, my bump to ‘pop’ and slowly getting a few bits in ready for the baby’s arrival. Here’s what happened in the last few weeks as I entered the third trimester. Weeks … Read more
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this round up of the best cakes, cronuts, cruffins and candy-topped donuts all found within Melbourne’s funky Fitzroy suburb. Best cakes, cronuts & donuts in Fitzroy Lune Croissanterie I’m calling it. I reckon Lune’s croissants are the Frenchest (now a word) tasting croissants I’ve eaten outside of France. Big call … Read more
Lots of articles I read said that flying during the first trimester is generally not recommended because it’s not a pleasant thing to do if you’re deep in the throes of morning sickness. But for some women, like myself, who travel for work or have commitments that can’t be changed, travelling during the first 12 … Read more
I’m snuggled on the couch, surrounded by all the cushions and art I associate with our home in Sydney and then I look up and, erm, something’s a bit different out the window! Last Thursday we got the keys to our new digs in Brunswick and (luckily) the trailer we watched get filled with everything … Read more
If you’re stuck for what to buy the travel addict in your life, this round up of gifts and gadgets for people who love to travel should point you in the right direction. It features a mix of travel items I really rate, plus a few new gadgets and accessories that I think will be … Read more
