For Mums Archives

5 Health Benefits of Taking a Break from Alcohol

January 23, 2023

It’s no secret taking a break from alcohol is good for you, but what happens to your body when you stop drinking alcohol? Here we explore the top 5 health benefits of changing your drinking habits, whether taking a break or giving up alcohol for good. Better Sleep Your body’s physiological balance is fundamentally maintained by the sleep-wake cycle. When we add a few alcoholic drinks to our system, the body absorbs the alcohol into our bloodstream. The enzymes in our liver get to work and start to metabolise the alcohol, but it takes time… We have all been there….

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s local mum, Karen Freyer

January 23, 2023

Hi my name is Karen Freyer. I’m running as the Independent candidate for the electorate of Vaucluse in the upcoming State election on March 25 but I’m not a politician. I’m running as I’m concerned my children might not have the same opportunities I’ve had, because our environment and economy risk being blighted by the effects of human-induced climate change. I feel I can no longer look away from the incipient disaster of rising sea levels, warming of the land and species extinction. I am also concerned about the loss of integrity and transparency in our government, and about persisting…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s local mum, Kelly Toohey

January 16, 2023

Hi, my name is Kelly and I was born, and have lived in the East my entire life. I work in the Travel Industry, and have done so for almost 20 years. My job has given me the opportunity to have travelled to so many parts of the world, however Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs will always be home. I am married to a local school teacher, who also grew up in the East, in South Coogee. We have been married 13 years and have 2 beautiful and active kids, my daughter aged 10 and my son aged 7 who keep us…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s local mum, Cristina Bartoli

January 9, 2023

Hi, i am Christina Bartoli an Italian mum of 2 Giovanni and Ludovica and a black Labrador (Tappo). After 10 years in Dubai we moved to Sydney 3 years ago. I have an architectural background with a real passion for cooking and baking. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? We moved to Sydney 3 years ago and since one year we’re living in Watsons Bay. Three words that describe what it’s like to live in the eastern suburbs? Bondi, flat white and traffic. How many children? One boy, Giovanni 8 and one girl, Ludovica 6 and…

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For Mums, Inspiration

55 New Year’s Resolutions to Try for 2023

December 31, 2022

Lose weight. Quit social media. Cut out alcohol completely. Blah blah blah snoozefest. These are all good goals, don’t get me wrong. But we set the same New Year’s resolutions every single year and then… never really stick to them. So, for 2023, why not shake things up a bit and try creating resolutions of a different variety? Whether you choose one new year resolution or all 55, you’ll be better off for it. These goals for the new year are attainable and fun. 1. Focus on a Passion, Not the Way You Look Influencer Mik Zazon, who’s on a…

by jay

Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s local mum, Diana Shalhoub

December 20, 2022

Hi There, I’m Diana, a local mum with a people mover to fit my growing brood on our way to endless after school activities and sport. Loving the very busy life we have and giving any free time to family, friends and various volunteer work. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I was born and raised in Coogee, it will always be my favourite suburb in Sydney, but we have bought our forever home in Maroubra. Three words that describe what it’s like to live in the eastern suburbs? Vibrant Active Fresh How many children? We have…

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids, School holidays

Learn how to spot a rip with Dr Rip

December 18, 2022

This fascinating, entertaining and multiple award winning presentation by Australia’s best known surf scientist, Dr Rob Brander is not to be missed! Nicknamed ‘Dr Rip’ because of his habit of throwing purple dye into rip currents, the presentation covers how beaches work, how to spot deadly rip currents, and importantly how to get out of one. Keep safe in the surf this summer by understanding your favourite beaches better. You’ll learn how to ‘read’ the conditions of the beach and surf by attending this informative and entertaining presentation. What they said: “Just want to say I’ve been swimming at the beach since…

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Eating Out with Kids, Food, School holidays

THE ENTERTAINMENT QUARTER REVEALS EQ SUNDAY FESTIVAL PROGRAMMING AHEAD OF THIS WEEK’S LAUNCH

December 10, 2022

The Entertainment Quarter, Sydney’s iconic entertainment, dining and leisure precinct, has revealed details of the family friendly programming visitors can expect as its new, one of a kind EQ Sunday Festival kicks off on Sunday, 11th December from 10am through to 4pm. Highlights include free all ages music workshops led by Tom Harding aka Tom The Pom, which will cover both drumming and ukulele, and are perfect for those with an interest in music, looking to finesse their skills, or simply seeking a fun and unique experience. In what is sure to be a delight for the senses, The CRUD…

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids, Parenting, School holidays

Randwick City and Waverley councils launch Float to Survive to reduce national drownings

December 7, 2022

Randwick City and Waverley councils have joined forces to pilot a new water safety campaign aimed at reducing the record number of drownings in Australia. Float to Survive promotes floating as the best chance of survival for swimmers who get into trouble in the water and will be launched today 1 December 2022, in partnership with the University of NSW (UNSW) Beach Safety Research Group for the start of summer. Randwick City Mayor, Dylan Parker and Waverley Mayor, Paula Masselos, said the ‘Float to Survive’ message will be tested across the two local government areas which are home to some of Australia’s busiest and most dangerous beaches based on…

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Events, Food, Inspiration, Parks & Playgrounds

Christmas Eat Drink Play

December 6, 2022

Have you been enjoying the open air of our food truck pop ups? Join us again for more tasty meals and support our local foodies by participating in the 2022 Christmas Eat, Drink, Play at Barwon Park Matraville on 8, 9, 10 and 11 December. Thursday 8, Friday 9 December from 4pm to 8pm and also on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 December 2022 from 12pm-8pm. There will be a variety of different vendors selling savoury and sweet treats, so keep an eye on your favourite food truck’s social media pages (below) for their hours of operation. Participating food trucks…

by jay