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I’m Tash, a first time single mama to my little Malakhi Joel and an Occupational Therapist.

From OT to Mamahood and the little adventures in between, this space is inspired by my son, & has developed from my love for writing that has now become a passion for the empowering journey of storytelling.

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Perhaps a little distance is all we need to gain perspective. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ It's no secret this past week has been a hard one... and perhaps for many of us. Finding peace in the midst of confusion and pain can feel like a raging war. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ These harder parts of life... do we face it, do we share it or simply carry on and hope time will heal the intangible uneasiness that dissociates us. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ But even we ourselves cannot only carry on inspired living, we cannot always be 'on', some days we're left on empty. It's okay to take breaks. To rest. To breathe. For we are human * and to embrace our full humanness is part of the healing journey.⁣⁣ So Work through the doubt and the unknown, write down the ideal, the desires in the healing season. Open your heart to Peace. Make the unconscious conscious. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ We say love yourself...⁣⁣ Yet to the world self love is only celebrated when we embrace our bodies publicly.⁣⁣ What about Loving ourselves right now? Where we're at...⁣⁣ In our uneasy, our discomfort...⁣⁣ Even while the world rapidly carries on the hustle and grind trackway...⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Perhaps loving ourslves right now gets us through the uninspired, gets us through the discomfort - it realises that at our best and when we have nothing to give, we are still most worthy. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Most importantly loving ourselves is to let ourselves be loved. So when we feel the snowballing weight of the world resting on us - we can turn to The One who loves us at the peaks of our ideal and our lowest lows, fully, completely and exactly the way we need. He is Peace. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ "Cast your burden on the Lord,⁣⁣ And He shall sustain you..." ⁣⁣ Psalm 55:22⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #selflove #capetownmoms #SouthAfricanBloggers
Happy #WorldBreastfeedingWeek⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Some days - it's these little moments I'm reminded to pause - to choose THIS - NO Multi-tasking, a moment to hold our tender - to study your gaze - feel your breathing - I'll forever be grateful for God's design - and allowing our bodies to be a safe and nourishing home to carry us through - however that's achieved. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Celebrating 18months of this #BreastFeedingJourney + every mama on their feeding journey whether #BreastFeeding or #FormulaFeeding, You are Capable and Incredible.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I've found that one of the biggest things we need more of is to nomalize Quality Feeding Support.⁣⁣ Knowing our options is empowering, and being reminded of what we're capable of is liberating.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ What was one of your biggest needs on your feeding journey? ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #normalizefedisBest #EncourageBreastfeeding #NormalizeBreastfeeding #NormalizeBreastfeedingSupport #BreastfeedingSupport #BreastfeedingWeek⁣ #InternationalBreastfeedingWeek #PhotographersForWBW #BreastfeedingMama #MilkMaker #MilkMama
It still doesn't feel real. But the reality is that we won't be seeing you after this lockdown. Or hearing you make jokes, or laugh and share your stories & wisdom. The Heavens must be rejoicing for gaining a great man like you - God Fearing - always ready to build genuine relationships - seeing & drawing out the very best in everyone. Focused on God Faithful in His Ministry Family Oriented Formidable and... Fabulous! To be all of this and more is to let your legacy live on. Thank you for filling the gap. Always finding time to check up on us. I just wish there was a chance to actually say goodbye. Rest in Glory Papa. #GonetooSoon
May we realize we have all we need within us to take up our authentic space and encourage one another to do the same.⁣ Our space matters. ⁣ So Let's fix eachothers crowns, lift one another up and remind each other of Whose we are and what we possess.⁣ ⁣ We are bold, capable, resilient, fearfully and wonderfully made. And we are called for such a time as this...⁣ ⁣ #womensupportingwomen⁣ #challengeaccepted⁣ ⁣ Thank you to all the many inspiring women and Thank you to these beautiful women for the nomination ❤️⁣ @estellechetty⁣ @jkaysolo⁣ @shinysequins_blog⁣ @cherie_carolus⁣ @liylabee21⁣ @borderline_momof3⁣ @ayesha_lee_⁣ And @lisa_bartlett410⁣ for the beautiful words today⁣ ⁣ #womensupportingotherwomen #womenpoweringwomen #womensupportingeachother
I wanted to document this. 15 Months versus 18 months tomorrow.⁣ ⁣ Gosh, I was never ready for this transformation in only 3 short months.⁣ My little big boy.⁣ ⁣ #mommysboy #18m #toddlerlife⁣ #momlifebelike #samomblogger #capetowntoddlers #mybaby
The one with a good #oatbowl to start the day... 😋⁣ ⁣ I've been loving trying out these oat bowls lately. Breakfast and brunch are definitely my fav meals of the day - also the ones I'd put the most effort into... 😅⁣ Somehow it feels like selfcare these days 😅 What's your fave form of Sunday Selfcare? ❤️ #oatbowls #breakfast #brunch #breakfastideas #selfcare #happysunday #cleaneating ⁣ #samomblogger #SouthAfricanMoms
#BathtimeRoutine with @childsfarmsouthafrica has always been so great for M's sensitive skin.⁣ He's been feeling a little off, so I decided to give him a little afternoon bubble bath - and the weather was perfect for this. ⁣⁣ With naturally derived ingredients and organic essential oils, it's a whole soothing sensory experience - the organic tangerine bedtime bubbles and lightly fragranced moisterizer are both all time faves! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Do you use any @childsfarm⁣⁣ Products? What's your fave?⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #childsfarm #bathtime #musthaves #samomblogger #childsfarmproducts #pr #childsfarmsouthafrica #gifted #SouthAfricanMoms
Potty Training!⁣ ⁣ We had our first trip to the toilet yesterday and M seems to be very excited! I thought I'd open up the discussion for potty training experiences & moms have shared some amazing tips in my stories! ⁣ Here are my few additional tips that we'll also be taking along on our #pottytrainingjourney  ⁣ ⁣ 🔸Have a preparation phase - familiarize them with the toilet - read books, let them accompany you on trips to the toilet (this is like every toddler's mission in any case, right?!) let them familiarize with the process - from pulling down pants to the sound of flushing to washing and drying hands. This will help them feel more comfortable and less fearful of the whole process. ⁣ ⁣ 🔸Dress for success - easily removable clothing items will work best. Complicated clothing, buttons & what nots may turn them off and only complicate the process. ⁣ ⁣ 🔸Involve them in the process as much as possible - even after nappy changes - talk them through each transitional phase from nappy to pull ups to underwear. ⁣ ⁣ 🔸Comfort - make sure your toddler is comfortable - as in no wobbly ladders / scary sounds/distractions. ⁣ Also make sure they have enough foot support (pushing out stools may be easier with foot support) ⁣ ⁣ 🔸Positive Reinforcement - this one is tricky, as it requires us to remain calm & patient - but this is mainly all about language - using positive language - accidents WILL happen - decide beforehand how you're going to handle it - for example - ⁣ "Oh, looks like you've made an 'oopsie' - Let's get you changed - next time tell mommy and we'll go to the toilet" ⁣ ⁣ 🔸Reinforce the learning of the sensation itself - so listen for when your little one is in the process of doing a 'pee' or 'poo' and positively reinforce learning to recognize this sensation of 'letting go'.⁣ (Sorry guys, but it Continues in Comments)
It's a Happy Monday with⁣⁣⁣ O r g a n i x⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ @organixfoodsa has released some awesome new flavour combo's. These fun pouches carry a No-Junk Promise, so no unnecessary ingredients and are lifesavers on those busy Momming Days - ( Mondays always seem to be those days for me 🙈). ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ M has been loving exploring these tastes and textures - and still gets in those NB nutrients to promote growth & development. ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Swipe to see M's little taste Adventure 👉🏽⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ These are available at selected @babiesrus_za @clicks_sa @babiesafricasa⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Have you tried these new flavours?⁣ ⁣ #organix #pressdrop #pressrelease #samomblogger #babyfood #toddlerlife #organixsouthafrica #busymomlife #nubybrandrep #nubysabrandrep #toddlersnacks #SouthAfricanMoms

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