If you are born in Africa, there is something that creeps into your veins and no matter where you go or how long you leave the continent for, that special something is forever within you! No person, thing or any amount of time can ever take it away from you! It is powerful & mighty! It is a calling that your soul has to answer! Africa searches for it's children and you hear it and feel it!
Breastfeeding is one of the dumbest things I’ve ever done!
I mean...who wants to have their breasts grow to the size of melons, then feel like a cow when you have to attach a machine to your already painful nipples to express a few milliliters of milk and on top of that, you are the only one that has to get up every time the … Continue reading Breastfeeding is one of the dumbest things I’ve ever done!
Everything you need to know about Maternity Leave in France
Pregnancy is not just a time to enjoy your growing belly, there is a lot of administration that has to happen to ensure that you are supported during your pregnancy and once baby arrives. We don't realize just how much we need to get sorted out until we go through the experience ourselves and when doing it in a different country, we are often clueless about the steps to take.
What it’s like having a baby in France?
Scary!! That's what it is! A foreign language, a foreign country, procedures and places you don't know...can you think of anything worse than having to push a baby out and you can't communicate with the doctors??? Just kidding!! It was scary, but that's normal to have a certain amount of fear when facing the unknown … Continue reading What it’s like having a baby in France?
Chocolate Nutella Cupcakes
I don't know many people who don't get excited when they hear the word NUTELLA! French children eat it on bread in the mornings for breakfast, it can be delicious on it's own, but also so good in a lot of different desserts. Today, I'm going to share my recipe with you so that you … Continue reading Chocolate Nutella Cupcakes
What to expect, when you’re expecting in France!
Having a baby in a different country than your home country can be quite daunting! I know from experience because I didn't know the first thing to do when I had my son, so starting from the moment you fall pregnant in France, I'm going to walk you through a timeline of what to expect … Continue reading What to expect, when you’re expecting in France!
A shitty situation…literally!
I leg it outside and arrive at the exact moment to see a nice log dropping to the ground, with more still coming out! I start panicking because...Gross!! And he starts panicking because it's still coming out!
NEW Skincare Products (Sothys)
*Disclaimer: I am not in anyway affiliated with this brand and this is also not an advert for the brand.* Today I want to share with you a treasure that I have found because moms need to take care of themselves too and we don't always make the time or spend the money - You … Continue reading NEW Skincare Products (Sothys)
Yummy Banana & Oat Muffins
This recipe is a hit in my house and the bonus is that it's so easy to whip up! This recipe will make 12 medium sized muffins. Equipment that you will need: 2 mixing bowlsA whisk/ hand beater/ stand mixerMeasuring cups & spoonsMuffin tinSpatula/ Spoon Ingredients for Muffins: 1 1/2 cups All purpose flour1 cup … Continue reading Yummy Banana & Oat Muffins
What is a Library again?
So fun fact for you...I recently decided to pop into my local library to check it out with my son and I realized that I haven't been to a library in YEARS!! I think the last time I was in a library was when I was at University and that was because I had no … Continue reading What is a Library again?