Gummi Bear lollipops
Do you have lots of Gummi bears at your house? Want to do something fun with them? Melt them into these cute lollipops for a fun activity with the kids.
Make a festive cracker
You can make your own homemade crackers with this easy printable template. Stuff your festive crackers with anything you want.
Pussycat pizzas
Are you looking for a cute party pizza? These individual cat-shaped pizzas will delight your toddlers, especially on the party table.
Easy costume: masquerade masks
Making your own masquerade masks at home will provide two fun activities for your kids: an easy craft project followed by some fun dress up and imaginative play once the masks are finished. Just print out the masquerade mask templates below and get started.
Wholemeal teething sticks
These wholemeal teething rusks are baked sticks of goodness for your bub that will save you money and give you peace of mind knowing exactly what's in them.
All through the night
This is a lovely old Irish lullaby it is full of repetition and rhyme so it has a lovely sweet lull to relax any child and take them off to sleep with a smile.
Gluten-free hot cross buns
A gluten-free diet neednt mean missing out on one of Easters favourite treats. These hot cross buns are traditionally flavoured with mixed spice and sweet raisins, but with a gluten-free bread mix as a base, so everyone can enjoy them on Easter morning.
Rice cake pizzas
These cute little rice cake pizzas make a great snack for the kids and you can even get them to help you make them. We have shown you some exact ingredients but you can create your own with whatever you have in the fridge.
Stained glass window
This is a great art and craft activity that kids will have so much fun in making. The kids will love watching the sunshine coming through the windows in all different colours.
Messy cheese pies
These little quiches are a big hit with my kids because the flaky (messy) pastry appeals to their taste buds and sense of chaos. I like them because you can hide egg, corn and other yellowish vegetables (pureed pumpkin, carrot, yellow zucchini etc)
Roast lamb with pomegranate glaze
This delicious roast lamb with pomegranate glaze takes the humble leg of lamb to a whole new level. Continuous basting gives it a delicious crust with a juicy inside.
Christmas play dough recipe
This brilliant play dough recipe smells just like Christmas! The cinnamon, cloves and orange zest combine to give a festive aroma to the kitchen and little hands as they play with this delightfully squishy mixture!
Boxes paper game
Kids of all ages love to spend time with pencils, felt pens and paper. There is so much fun in drawing and playing games. Your kids will enjoy this paper game!
Morning sickness remedies
Find a few morning sickness remedies that will help you relieve the unpleasant symptoms of morning sickness.
Mexican crunch
All the flavours of Mexico combine to make this easy, kid-pleasing dinner. Serve the crushed corn chips in individual bowls and let the kids help themselves to the spiced mince, veggies and cheese. Easy peasy.
Chicken jambalaya
Chicken, pork, sausage and veggies, this colourful Jamaican rice dish is one-pot and full of flavour. A great one to make when there's a hungry crowd to feed.
Maths game: Do the times tables on your fingers
Everybody usually knows their two, three, four and five times tables, but it's the tricky higher ones where we all come unstuck. Here's a great multiplication game for kids where you can work out your six, seven, eight, nine times tables with just your fingers.
Owl cupcakes
These cute owl cupcakes are easy to make with the kids and perfect for fundraisers and fetes. Get baking for a cute afternoon tea treat.
The Workers Pair matching game
Memory games are so much fun for kids. They are even more fun when there is a theme kids can relate to. The Workers have created their own version of this game showing off their fun occupations with bright colours. Can you remember where they all are?
Turkey, camembert and cranberry pizza
This pizza recipe ticks all the boxes. Easy to make, healthy to eat and yummy enough to want more than one slice. Turkey, camembert and cranberry work fabulously well together in a sandwich - and on a pizza? Oh yes.
Antenatal screens and tests
Antenatal screens and tests during the early stages of your pregnancy can help identify problems and may help you come to important decisions about your baby.
Boomerang art
This boomerang art project is simple to do and fun for kids of all ages. Older children can enjoy decorating their boomerang by dipping the end of a chopstick in paint and then creating a geometric dot pattern.
Best balloon games for kids
The humble party balloon is a cheap and cheerful way to keep the kids occupied for hours. A couple of dollars and a few puffs of breath are all that stand between you and a whole weekend of kid-friendly activities.
Almond and yoghurt pound cake
This almond and yoghurt pound cake is a great lunch box filler and also delicious when served warm with chocolate sauce and ice-cream.
Beef and mushroom stroganoff
Beef stroganoff is a popular family dinner you can get on the table quickly. This recipe combines the beef strips with a sour cream sauce, tasty mushrooms and thick fettucine pasta.
Pirate costume: how to dress like a pirate
You don't need a sewing machine to put together great homemade costumes and dress-ups. You just need a bit of imagination to get the pirate costume that’s perfect for some high-sea jinx. Watch the video below to find out how to make this easy pirate outfit.
Father’s Day Lolly Jar With Rosette
While lollies are traditionally for the kids, we're pretty sure dad is into them too! With little outlay and a bit of crafty genius, you can help the kids create the coolest lolly jar ever!
Slow cooker lamb shanks with tomatoes
Slow cooker recipes are a busy mum's best friend. This easy slow cooker recipe combines the delicious flavours of lamb shanks and a rich tomato sauce to make a yummy warming casserole.
Salmon and pumpkin salad with chilli jam
Salmon is the star of this tangy Thai-flavoured salad. The chilli and fish-sauce dressing liven up the spinach and pumpkin salad, which is delicious served warm or at room temperature.
Find the magic rose
Everyone loves a treasure hunt and this fun kids Valentines day activity will have your little ones active and eager! Enjoy the laughs as the children hunt for the hidden rose. Especially because the prize for finding it is chocolate!