For Mums Archives

Monday’s Local mum, Olivia Pigeot

24/04/2023

Hi I’m Olivia! I’m a local mama in North Bondi. I’m also a NIDA Graduate (Bachelor of Dramatic Art 1997) and have been a professional actress for over 30 years, with a career in film, TV, theatre and voice over. Since becoming a mum I’ve realised the importance of including Drama into our kids education. Drama is great for so many reasons! Drama helps to nurture creativity, confidence, develop social skills, connection, collaboration and empathy (by walking in another’s shoes) – but most of all, it’s super fun! Noticing a gap in primary aged education, Bondi Kids Drama was birthed…

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Events, Health & Wellbeing, Inspiration

RUN SWIM COOGEE AQUATHLON

20/04/2023

RunSwim Coogee Aquathlon is a brand new event hosted by Coogee Surf Life Saving Club together with our partners Randwick City Council and major sponsors. Those who entered our inaugural RunSwim Coogee event in May 2022 just loved the concept, the route and the overall experience. Join us for our next event in May 2023! Take the challenge at this epic coastal event. RunSwim Coogee Aquathlon is an important community, fundraising and charity-based event and with limited registrations, is expected to sell out fast. All proceeds from the event go towards maintaining vital lifesaving equipment and services on the beach to…

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Babies, For Mums

Reusable Cloth Nappies: A Practical Guide for Eastern Suburbs Parents

16/04/2023

Reusable cloth nappies have changed a lot over the years. Forget complicated folding, pins and bulky covers — today’s reusable nappies come in modern designs that can make them a practical alternative to disposables for many families. Whether you’re expecting a baby, already deep into the nappy years or simply looking for ways to reduce the amount of household waste your family produces, reusable nappies are worth considering. And you don’t necessarily have to make an all-or-nothing switch. Why Consider Reusable Cloth Nappies? Babies go through a lot of nappies. Choosing reusable nappies for some or all of those changes…

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Health & Wellbeing

Australia’s Leading Cosmetic Injectables and Laser Hair Removal Clinic

14/04/2023

At Cosmetique®, we are committed to providing exceptional results at competitive prices. Our team of skilled injectors and technicians are dedicated to ensuring your comfort and satisfaction throughout your treatment journey. We take pride in our reputation as one of Australia’s leading cosmetic clinics, and our 19 locations nationwide make it convenient for you to find a clinic near you. At Cosmetique®, we understand that each individual has unique concerns and goals. That’s why we offer a variety of options for non-surgical treatments, including filler services, wrinkle relaxers, beauty treatments, and laser hair removal treatments. Our team of experienced injectors…

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For Mums, Health & Wellbeing, Uncategorized

Exercise and the Postpartum Marathon

13/04/2023

As an Exercise Physiologist and Women’s Health Expert, I want to talk to you about the importance of exercising during the postpartum period and the associated myths of your postpartum journey. HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH? I’m a HUGE advocate for early intervention. I want you to start reframing your 0-6 week postpartum journey as this: Start reconnecting to your breath as soon as comfortably possible Find connections with your diaphragm and get comfortable feeling what an activated and relaxed pelvic floor feels like If you experience extra bleeding or discomfort that continue into the next day, this is a…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Anita Kolni

10/04/2023

This week we are interviewing Anita Kolni. Anita is a passionate eco entrepreneur and proud founder of the Volvo Ocean Lovers Festival, an annual celebration of Ideas, Art+Music and Actions, showcasing some of the latest innovations, science, state-of-the-art technology and cool ideas for helping the oceans. Anita successfully staged the first Ocean Lovers Festival in April 2019 at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach, as a place providing hope and positive messaging around oceans. The Festival attracted around 15,000 people to mainly free events promoting eco and sustainable practices in a multi-channel showcase of solutions to ocean recovery, cool products, projects and…

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Food

Growing edible flowers workshop

09/04/2023

Flowers attract bees and beneficial insects to the garden, but do you know which flowers are also edible? Discover flowers which will flourish in pots and small spaces. Learn how to add delicate flavours and fragrance to your meals with homegrown petals and blooms. You’ll learn: Edible flowers suitable for planting this season Edible flowers suited to a range of growing conditions How to grow, maintain and harvest your flowers What you’ll get: Hands on skills propagating flowers from cuttings and seeds Detailed notes Six plants to take home There are two sessions available 10am to 11am Saturday 22 April…

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Events, For Mums, Inspiration, School holidays

Mum Jokes: Jessica Rowe in conversation with Lara Mulcahy

06/04/2023

Journalist, author and mental health advocate Jessica Rowe shares her new book Mum Jokes. The ultimate antidote for the stresses of modern family. Proving once and for all that mothers can be funny, Jessica Rowe’s new book Mum Jokes is a collection of family-friendly witticisms that are much smarter and genuinely far funnier than Dad jokes! Join Jessica Rowe for a night of light-hearted conversation and laughter as she talks to entertainer Lara Mulcahy about motherhood, embarrassing your kids and the supreme value of comic relief. A great night our with your mum, parent friends and anyone needing a good…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Georgie Russell

03/04/2023

Hi, I’m Georgie! I’m a remedial massage therapist and founder of the Deep Unwind, a boutique remedial massage practice in Woollahra. I am also the mother of two teenagers. We regularly escape Sydney to go camping down the South Coast — I love being in nature with my children. I am also a meditator, swimmer and weightlifter. Health and wellness and the mind-body connection is a lifelong obsession. I came to massage over 14 years ago when my kids were little. In my twenties I worked as a pastry chef in some of Sydney’s most demanding, stressful kitchens (such as Neil Perry’s Rockpool) and opened my own cafe…

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Food

Food trucks and entertainment at Pioneers Park Malabar

03/04/2023

Easter Eat Drink Play Catch-up with friend and Family this easter and join in for more tasty meals and support our local foodies by participating in the Easter Eat, Drink, Play at Pioneers Park, Malabar. There will be a variety of different vendors selling savoury and sweet treats on Thursday 6 & Friday 7 April from 3pm to 8pm and also on Saturday 8 till Monday 10 April 2023 from 12pm to 8pm, so keep an eye on your favourite food truck’s social media pages for their hours of operation. Kids entertainment schedule: Saturday – Easter origami workshop 1-5pm Sunday…

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