Kids and their chorse

I realize that my son is no longer a baby ( he will always be my baby in my mind), he is growing up to be a fine young boy and as much as I love to do things for him, its time for him to depend on him self. I decided to start a chore chart for him. The chart includes simple tasks such as: Cleaning his room, folding his clothes, making the bed, brushing his teeth, sharing with others, listening to mum and dad and so on. I know that he wont be able to do things perfectly but its just enough for him to build up his confidence. It helps him feel like he is contributing to things round the house. His face lights up when ever he does a chore correctly and gets a nice bright start in front of it. I made a deal with him that when the chart is full of stars he will be getting a surprise so its something for him to look forward to.

It is a great way for children to depend on themselves and I highly recommend you start one.

Here are a few websites that have free printable chore charts, all you have to do is add in the chores depending on the age of your child.
You can also create your own chore chart and turn it in to a fun activity that you can do with your children.

My reward board
Chore Charts
DLTK'S
Behaviour Charts

Images: Reward Board

TOPSHOP MINI

I just found out that one of my favorite high street stores TOPSHOP has launched its own TOPSHOP MINI which is a baby line. The line has a very limited collection but I cant wait to see how creative they get with it. I wonder if TOPSHOP Kuwait will be getting any of the items.

I love the mini tees, they are adorable!

Patemm Pads

Here is a “why didn’t I think of that" moment

The Patemm Pad was designed by a mom who found that the conventional changing pad never worked for her and her squirmy baby. The Patemm pad named after her 2 children Patrick and Emma is a practical alternative for on the go diaper changes. The round design makes it easier to keep your baby on the changing pad at all times. It is a-multi purpose changing accessory where it rolls up in to a diaper bag that you can toss under your stroller or even in your own handbag.

All you haute mamas out there, its time to get your thinking caps on and invent the next best thing ;)

LINK: Patemm

For my little man

You know the saying like father, like son well my son is a mini me version of his father. He copies everything his father does down to the kind of cologne he wears. I’m not exaggerating, to the point he goes to nursery in a shirt and tie just like his baba goes to the office. I found this store that sells really funky ties for boys. I cant wait to get my hands on a few of them. My son will be jumping up and down with excitement when they arrive.

LINK: Chloe in style

No more mess at dinner time

Dinner time at our house is a mess! Food literally goes everywhere sometime even in his diapers !! Don’t ask me how because I have no idea hahaha, so I definitely need a Bavetton, its pure genius !!

Lara Boudron, inspired by her daughter, and exhausted by the perpetual post-dinner mess, created a new, incredible concept:

Bavetton the Original

Bavetton is an extraordinary accessory for contemporary kids. It is a bib that becomes a tablecloth, allowing your dear little monster to eat as she/he pleases.
Bavetton is a huge bib made of tablecloth (you can wash it with a sponge), that creates a "pocket" between the kid and the table.With two snap-fasteners, you fold and un-fold this bib, as many times as you want, keeping everything, child included, clean.

LINK: Bavetton

Milk Deco

I finally received my copy of Milk Deco. Even though its 3 months late, it was so worth the wait. I love it!! It is filled with inspiration and stylish family homes from around the world. It also has the best of international design for children now. It is such a collector’s item, I always end up going back to the old issues to get inspired with new ideas.

Healthy eating

Trying to instill healthy eating habits in children is a tough job. I use different techniques to teach my kids about healthy eating by cooking delicious healthy food that look tasty and appealing to them and also by creating a fun atmosphere at the dinner table. There are all sorts of cookbooks out there that help. One book that I want to talk about is Deceptively Delicious. This book teaches you how to create healthy meals by hiding all the healthiest ingredients. I think it is such a creative way for fussy eaters but is it the right way to go? By doing so aren’t we cheating our children? Shouldn’t they know what foods are good for them and why?