It’s been a few months now that I have gone off using chemical formulated floor cleaners/cleaning products in my household. I watched a movie on Netflix about the dangers of all the cleaning products we use and it terrified me (it was called “The Human Experiment”). “Thousands of untested chemicals are in our everyday products, […] Read more…
*This is not a paid advert! Just an honest review from this Mommy of two* I am crazy about these “Pineapple Heads” bath products! You could say, that years ago (roughly 5 years ago to be exact)…I was so obsessive with what I bathed Ruby in that I reached a crazy point in my motherhood journey […] Read more…
Need some last minute Sunday morning plans? (Tomorrow) February 19th (9am-11:30am) ‘A Journey to Wellness’ is hosting a ‘Beauty Breakfast’. Special guests include Melanie Nightingale from NightingOils and Dora Peric from Fit Face. The morning will focus on natural beauty products + treatments. Guests will enjoy insightful talks & network with other like minded people in […] Read more…
Any plans for tomorrow? If not, then this sounds like a fun event to take the kiddies to (plus it’s free!) “Children ages 5-10 will have the opportunity to take playful pictures with instax cameras, customize their own photo frame, and have a dance party at the GPP studio. This activity is free to attend, […] Read more…
Are your children on half term this coming week (mine are) or maybe you are looking to do something memorable as a family? Tomorrow I am taking the kids to see “Aladdin“! {CLICK HERE} for more details on how to purchase tickets. Madinat Theatre will be showcasing the classic family musical, Aladdin for the following ten days. […] Read more…
I heart candy clips! So when I saw these ‘Love Heart’ candies at Park n’ Shop the other week I knew I had to buy them and make them into a sweet craft! What you need: Metal hair barrette’s (whatever style you like) or metal rings Thin piece of felt to cover clip Strong adhesive such […] Read more…
It’s not very often we get to show off our family pet (in public) here in the UAE, right? Ruby & Nate are over the moon that they will be participating in the hound show with our rescue dog Chico! Kids & dogs enter for FREE. Adults 12 + is 50 AED! Read more…
If you follow my Instagram page then you will know that I have been feeling incredibly down from the inside & out. I did a post the other day here: The response I had from my followers and total strangers left me speechless. I took every bit of advice to heart and I thank you for […] Read more…
A walk through Satwa can sure cheer me up! The fabric shops are endless and the embellishment stores…well they are like a trip to the candy store for a child! I have rounded up my favourite fabric shops Tahir (for linen + knit + jersey + cute prints) Najran (for adorable children inspired prints) Regal (for silk) My […] Read more…
Bareburger is THE spot if you are in search of A) healthy & fresh eats B) organic options + the best burger(s) around! They have a great selection of vegan choices too! Just before the Christmas holidays I took Ruby & Nate to check out New York’s famous organic burger joint (located inside Festival City Mall). It is incredibly popular […] Read more…
Thank you for the feature Time Out Dubai Kids! What an absolute honor it was to take part in this fun and festive photoshoot for your December issue! We had such a great time trying on all the gorgeous Marks & Spencer clothing (the kids loved the PJ’s). After the shoot I went to visit […] Read more…
What do you think of these winter looks I put together with Redtag? “Mommy Blogger Corrine Fuchs of http://www.mommyindubai.com has put together these adorable and trendy head-to-toe winter looks for boys. Unbelievably affordable, both you and your kids will love shopping at Redtag this winter.” I hope you all have a wonderful and festive season! […] Read more…
There is nothing more frightening than heading out for the morning school run and being trapped in fog! I was SO scared this morning, but luckily with my little navigator in the back, she helped me stay calm! The first thing I do before pulling out of my driveway is to switch on my fog […] Read more…
This was a dream come true visiting the Signature Snacks factory & meeting one of the most successful business men/real life Willie Wonka of the Middle East (Nizar-founder & CEO) For those that have been following my blog from the beginning, will know that I am the biggest Willie Wonka movie fan (the original 1971 […] Read more…
Christmas is just ONE month away (+ a few days) and I have a great gifting idea that I must share with you! http://www.ayaami.com/site/christmas-gift-guide Ayaami.com is a photo book website that takes all those precious photos you have stored on your phones/SD cards and turns them into conversation and memory pieces. ” We’re a startup that believes […] Read more…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Dubai! The cool weather is slowly creeping in and that only means ONE thing! Sweater & layering season! Goodbye flip flops and shorts, hello gorgeous chunky knit sweaters and boots! I had such a great time choosing looks with Redtag. They have a tagline that goes […] Read more…
I mentioned on Facebook the other day that after a very bad incident that happened at my children’s school I had to remove them permanently from said school. In the meantime, they will be at home with me until I find a school we love. The last few days have been tricky and the kids have […] Read more…
Reem from Crafts Love blog (plus online store here) is the first person to write a contributing post on my site! I hope you enjoy it! I really like these three ideas she has come up with to reuse plastic vending machine balls. Yes, those same plastic balls you get when buying one of those cheap and annoying trinkets from […] Read more…
Happy birthday Hilton Garden Inn Dubai! You are now ONE! As the month of October is nearing to the end and we are ready to welcome November (where has the time gone!) I am giving one lucky winner the chance to score a night stay at any HGI hotel (around the world!). Just last week HGI partnered with Chef B. And […] Read more…
I know it’s only been a month since school started and I might be acing the packed lunches still…but the uniform front is suffering. I have started to notice that the brand new school shirts (which I spent a fortune on) for the kids are losing their pretty sky blue color. Time to brighten things […] Read more…