Analytikal Mama, Author at Parenting Tips and Advice | Zaparents Blog

Load shedding – a blessing in disguise

by Analytikal Mama | being present, family, indoor | 1 comment

Use load shedding to have some fun with your kids and family and take a break from the digital world. Here are some valuable ideas of what you can do.

The Annual Dilemma: School Transport Services or DIY

by Analytikal Mama | School Transport, Uncategorized | 2 comments

By Analytikal Mama, mother of 4 beautiful children, wife and co-chef to a braaimaster. she loves spending time with family and friends, traveling, and is endlessly curious about religion, parenting and the culinary world. Status update: Always in the car! And for...Read more

So, do kids need to travel with an Unabridged Birth Certificate, or not?

by Analytikal Mama | travel | 9 comments

Parents will be relieved to know that the new Child’s Passport will now bear the parents details. This eliminates the need to apply for, collect, laminate then carry a file of certificates amongst all other luggage! Whew!

But please read the details below carefully. It is a process that will take some time, especially for those of us whose kids already have passports. Only new passport holders will benefit.

Keep Calm and Apply Online: 2019 GDE applications

by Analytikal Mama | traditional schooling | 1 comment

Whew! I’m glad that’s done. Just got to cross my fingers and wait now…

If you haven’t yet braced yourself for the online application..if you are dreading the same hair tugging experience of the previous years – have NO fear.

Magalies Canopy Tour – taking fun to new heights

by Analytikal Mama | day outings, teambuliding | 0 comments

Helmets on, harness secure, light meals ordered, and registration (on I-pads of course), brave faces, heart pulsating, we’re all set to go. Magalies Canopy Tours proved to be one of those soul fulfilling, yet exhilarating experiences that definitely left its mark in our memory boxes. Whilst zip-lining and foefie slides seem to be getting popular in the cities, this venue offers the real Tarzan and Jane feel.

Now what makes a party, a party?

by Analytikal Mama | party planning | 0 comments

Take a step back at the next party to just absorb all that is going on and then consider what really makes a party, a party. Is it the food, the company, the venue, the entertainment, the party favors, the cake, or the occasion? Or is it a combination of it all..?

Tips & ideas for Heritage Day braais

by Analytikal Mama | food/recipes, recipes | 0 comments

Every South African can relate to the aroma of braai. The hunger sensation that churns when you smell the boerewors fired up at the local Spar, or soccer tournament is proof enough of the greatness of this simple Proudly South African cuisine.

As a mum, can I afford to be sick?

by Analytikal Mama | motherhood | 4 comments

In childhood, being sick was a game of thermometers and showers to lower the temperature; it was a chance to bunk school and stay under covers with popcorn and a movie. But, as a mum, as an adult, can you really afford to be sick?

Step-By-Step Chicken & Mushroom Pie

by Analytikal Mama | meals | 0 comments

Try out this step-by-step recipe to make the perfect home made chicken pie with a melt in your mouth pastry. This pie is filled with a hearty flavour of spices, fresh herbs and finely cubed chicken. This pie can be frozen and baked at a later stage as well. Enjoy as a side dish or a starter to your main meal.