Mother's Day Special: Gift Guide + Free Printables + Making it special during COVID-19

The latest news, events and offers from North Shore Mums

15 WAYS TO MAKE MUM FEEL SPECIAL
This article is really for the Father of your kids, so you might need to use the 'share' function to ensure your Mother's Day dreams become a reality - like high tea, breakfast in bed and a day off chores. Heaps of ideas!

FINDING THE SILVER LINING DURING COVID-19
While our lives are turned upside down due to COVID-19, we're trying to find rays of light shining through. Whether it’s more family fun or extra PJ time, read the silver linings from our own local mums!

SHOP LOCAL! MOTHER'S DAY HAMPERS
Mother’s Day gift hampers are always a hit, but this year, grabbing one from St Ives Shopping Village will also support local independent retailers. From jewellery to food, discover the awesome options.

FUN MOTHER'S DAY GIFTS FOR ISOLATION
It’s almost Mother’s Day, and this year there's even more reason to do something memorable. Here's some isolation-friendly gifts, experiences to enjoy after lockdown, and more clever and unique gift ideas.

GETTING TURNED AWAY FROM CHILDCARE?
Prepare Early Education in St Ives has opened their doors and are now accepting new enrolments. Now's your chance to enrol your child in quality early childhood care, so you can focus on your work.

WIN A NINJA FOODIE PRESSURE COOKER!
If you’ve been dreaming about getting the latest gadget for your kitchen, or fancy some indulgent pampering, then be sure to enter this competition. We have amazing prizes to be won! Enter now.

8 WAYS TO HELP YOUR PARTNER IN LABOUR
Supporting a partner in labour is daunting, but during the COVID-19 uncertainty, it’s even more challenging. Here are 8 ways partners can help pregnant women labour, so you know what to do on the big day.

MANAGING ANXIETY DURING LOCKDOWN
Coronavirus anxiety can strike anyone. You might worry about your parents or home-schooling is stressing you out. With so much uncertainty around us, it can be helpful to learn strategies to help.

THE GIFT OF NATURE THIS MOTHER'S DAY
While you can't give your mum a hug, you can send her a living gift thanks to Eden Gardens! They have a beautiful array of plant and pot combinations both in-store and online. Mention NSM to get 10% off. Shop.

ONLINE RAFFLE: WIN 1 OF 4 PAMPER HAMPERS
Spoil mum or a loved one and enter to win an incredible hamper from Smiles2U. Each ticket sold goes to creating care packs and smiles bags for kids in hospital. Tickets are $5 each or 3 for $10.

ESSENTIAL GUIDE: KIDS ONLINE CLASSES
In this new phase of home schooling due to Covid-19, online and private one-on-one kids classes are the perfect way your child can learn new skills and have fun. Try these fabulous online and kids classes.

102 CREATIVE IDEAS FOR FUN OUTDOOR PLAY
We might be spending time at home, but it's still vital to get outdoors for fresh air and fun! Whether in your own backyard, or on a neighbourhood walk, we have 100+ ideas to keep everyone entertained!

BEST ONLINE WORKOUTS FOR KIDS!
Want to know where you can find free, online kids exercise workouts? YouTube is bursting with them! Discover options for keeping your kids active at home, from your own living room. Keep moving!

BEST ART AND CRAFT CHANNELS FOR KIDS
If you’re lacking creative flair (or energy), there are lots of art and craft channels on YouTube, which feature lots of art lessons to try. Think drawing, doodling, cartooning, DIY craft projects and more.

BEST WEBSITES FOR READING & WRITING
School might be over for two weeks, but as we will be at home, you might be wanting some of that screen time to be educational. With these fun games & activities, they won't know they're learning! List.

BEST ONLINE HEALTH & FITNESS PROGRAMS
Exercising regularly at home is hard (it's too easy to just choose the couch!). Give yourself a chance for success with a fitness routine you can stick to. Sign up and enjoy classes from these top programs.

113 FUN ACTIVITIES TO DO AT HOME
If you're quarantined at home, you might be looking for some fun ideas of things you can do with the kids! Discover 113 ideas - craft, games, exercise, cleaning, home organisation and outdoor fun! The activity list.

FUN EDUCATIONAL YOUTUBE CHANNELS
Sick of the toy unboxing videos? There's a huge range of amazing educational channels on YouTube, aimed specifically at kids. So if you want someone else to takeover teaching for a while, see the list.

BEST WEBSITES FOR ONLINE LEARNING
Want to keep your kids entertained and educated from home? We've found lots of brilliant websites for reading & writing, maths, science, geography, news, current affairs and more. See the list of websites.

GO ON A VIRTUAL TOUR OF THE WORLD
Cancelled a trip because you're self-isolating? Or got a little cabin fever? Staying home might be the new norm, but the world is just a click away. Take one of these virtual tours (without leaving your couch!).

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