For Mums Archives

Monday’s Local Mum, Cathy Shortt

June 12, 2023

Hi! I’m Cathy and I’m an Eastern Suburbs Nurse, Midwife, Lactation Consultant and mother of three beautiful children. I love beach walks, good coffee and the company of friends. I decided to start my own company Milk & Mums Co. after working in the hospital environment for many years and feeling that the gap in support between the hospital and the home was just too great for parents. I wanted to make a difference to families wanting to thrive in this incredibly challenging period of transition. My mission is to make sure all families are supported through education and that they receive continuity of support and…

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Health & Wellbeing

When can I start running again?

June 7, 2023

Love it or hate it, running is an easy, cost-effective way to exercise. We were born to run, right? But when is it safe to start running again after childbirth? Year in, year out, as the temperature starts to drop in Sydney, you start to notice people running EVERYWHERE! And unless you’re new to the area or have been living under a rock, you’ll be well aware of the City2Surf, the iconic fun run that covers 14km of turf starting in the CBD with most of the route going through the Eastern Suburbs, finishing in our own back garden of…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Elizabeth Cummings

June 5, 2023

This week we are interviewing Coogee-based, Elizabeth was born in England grew up in Scotland. She works in both educational and mental health fields. Elizabeth is a counsellor, psychotherapist, and educator, specialising in working with young people and their families. Elizabeth’s writes children’s books and poetry and is part of the NSW Children’s Book Council Executive. Elizabeth writing focuses on social and community health matters as well as environmental themes. She released a collection of poetry co-authored with fellow writer and local author Libby Hathorn. Elizabeth’s latest release Ruby’s Release is out now and is a story of resilience and…

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Business & Career

Position available: Recruitment Resourcer

June 1, 2023

Boutique recruitment firm in CBD looking for a part time Recruitment Resourcer to support a motivated and collaborative Director. WORK 1-2 DAYS A WEEK FOR 6 MONTH CONTRACT WITH A POSSIBILITY TO EXTEND OFFICE LOCATED HEART OF CBD BE PART OF A COLLABORATIVE FUN TEAM About the Company Established Australian owned boutique recruitment firm that has received multiple 5 star reviews from previous clients and candidates is ready to hire a Resourcer for 2 days a week. The company has a culture that is supportive, welcoming and rewarding with a focus on supporting growth and learning opportunities. They fill senior…

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Business & Career, Work From Home

Practical Tips For Creating A Home Office Space

May 31, 2023

Working from home has seen a major uptick in the last few years for a lot of different reasons. With digital technologies opening up many opportunities for remote work, developing a home office space that supports your 9-to-5 is becoming an invaluable resource. Whether you’re looking to transition from a fully in-house work schedule to a hybrid work arrangement, are on the hunt for remote work, or are seeking to run your own business from home, having a dedicated workspace that’s comfortable, free from distractions, and equipped with everything you’ll need to plug away at your work is imperative for…

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For Mums, Kids

Coastal Fave, By Billie, Launches New Mexico Inspired AW23 Collection, Loco Feliz.

May 30, 2023

Coastal Fave, By Billie, Launches New Mexico Inspired AW23 Collection, Loco Feliz. After a string of successful collection launches, coastal-based mother’s and children’s brand, By Billie, launches a dreamy new Autumn Winter collection entitled, Loco Feliz. Meaning ‘Crazy Happy’ in Spanish, the collection is an ode to playful dressing, bringing back fun and creativity into the everyday kids and adults wardrobe. Drawing on inspiration from the aesthetic and bold colours and textures of Mexico, the collection is designed to be mixed and matched, played in and lived in. Launching in May 2023, the vibrant collection is another step in a…

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Business & Career, Inspiration

Time Management for Local Creatives

May 30, 2023

This workshop answers the age-old question – how are we supposed to find the time to run a creative career, pursue our arts-based practice, and have a life as well? This fun and informal workshop discusses practical strategies to help you keep all the juggling balls in the air. Participants will also discuss the larger issues of: + Setting and keeping goals; + Staying motivated and understanding procrastination; + Recognising self-sabotage, and; + Finding the balance between being creative and making money. What do I get? All participants of this workshop also receive: + Lifetime access to a dedicated Time…

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For Mums, Kids, Parenting

Moverly Children’s Centre

May 27, 2023

Moverly Children’s Centre is a high quality child care centre and preschool providing care for up to 36 children each day. Being a Council-run centre, our focus is on delivering the best quality care for your child – not making profits. Moverly Children’s Centre has two rooms: The nursery room provides care for children aged 0 to 3 years The preschool room provides care for children aged 3 to 5 years Our philosophy We believe in and practice putting children first. Many of our staff are long-term employees specialising in providing a safe, happy and stimulating environment for your child. We…

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Health & Wellbeing

The Advantages of Investing in Regular Commercial Carpet Cleaning Services

May 22, 2023

Are you tired of grimy, stained carpets in your office space? It’s time to invest in regular commercial carpet cleaning services – and trust me, you won’t regret it. Not only will this keep your carpets looking their best, but it also has many benefits you may have yet to consider. Extended Lifespan for Carpets Regular carpet cleaning can extend the life of your carpets. Dirt and grime can build up over time and damage the fibres of your carpet, causing them to break down and fray prematurely. This is particularly important for high-traffic areas or spaces where daily spills…

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Events, Food

ICE CREAM SENSATION LITTLE MOONS OPENS WORLD’S LITTLEST ICE CREAM PARLOUR TO WELCOME NEW FLAVOUR, GOLDEN BLOND CHOCOLATE

May 17, 2023

Celebrating how the best things come in little packages, Little Moons will be giving Sydneysiders free samples of the new flavour at their ‘Little Shop’ this week. Little Moons – the viral UK mochi ice cream brand that flew off Australian shelves and amassed a cult following in 2022, has officially brought a new flavour to Aussie shores, Golden Blond Chocolate. To celebrate the launch, Little Moons is opening the world’s littlest ice cream parlour in Sydney’s Kensington Street, serving up bite sized ice cream from another world from a shop no bigger than a suitcase. On May 19-21 2023…

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