Stumbled across this idea by accident this week when my four year-old wanted to help with the cooking. She’s kind of a wild stirrer and flour has a tendency to end up all over so I was feeling resistant to having her help.

The Baking Enthusiast

The dishwasher happened to be open and I got the idea to just set to bowl on top of the open dishwasher door. It was just the right height for her to help add ingredients and stir, and the pile of flour and sugar that usually ends up on the counter ended up on the dishwasher instead, making clean up as easy as closing the door. It was definitely one of those “how did it take me so long to think of this?!” sort of moments.

Don’t you love those moments? After you stop slapping your forehead?

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A great glossy, cleverly written maternity & infant magazine and best of all – it’s FREE! Oh Baby! is fast becoming one of the most talked about publications amongst the new mom and baby brigade in the South. From articles addressing maternity and parenting concerns, to fashion spreads worthy of Vogue accreditation, Oh Baby’s quarterly appearance is a new mom essential. 

Check out the Oh Baby facebook page – a great resource for all of your maternity and baby needs. 

Available at: CUMH shop, CUMH Private Consultants Clinic, Mothercare stores, Douglas Village S.C. and lots more!

See Haute Mama’s Swimwear featured in the Summer edition on page 32! 

Oh Baby - Maternity Wear Summer 2010

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Become a fan of our Facebook page and indulge us with a story of how you told the ‘I’m pregnant’ news to your significant other! Most entertaining & original anecdote wins a fabulous Petunia Pickle Bottom Diaper Bag worth €300!

The Delicious Chocolate Society Satchel

Winner will be announced on May 31.

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From food blog postings to feet….

Most fashion editors will agree that heels visually lengthen the legs, elongate the silhouette and offer a lateral lift from that dowdy bloated feeling that many experience throughout the 9 months. So, which footwear is a best bet to lengthen your look? 

On the Edge with the Wedge: The wedge heel gives great height and support and is much easier to wear than a wobbly stiletto. Wedges balance thicker ankles and calves and are a fantastic option at this time of year. Super-cute with capris and skirts alike.

Steve Madden Retro

Here Kitty, Kitty: Brought to our attention by Audrey Hepburn, this slender micro heel (approx 1 1/4 to 2 inches) looks great with everything. A mule is a backless kitten heel – another very cute & comfy pregnancy option. 

Get the Boot: Although not currently ‘in season’ (but who knows with an Irish summer), boots are a feet essential. Ankle boots with a chunky heel and slightly pointed toe add height to jeans and trousers. When wearing a dress, a fitted to the knee boot is slimming and lengthening. Calf-length or ankle boots are good with a dress if your legs are thin. Avoid them if you have thicker legs because this height makes legs look heavier. If you’re tall, a slouchy to the knee flat boot looks great with jeans.

True to an LA-look tradition, cowboy boots are the ultimate pregnancy footwear. They have major support and enough of a heel to elongate your legs.

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Maybe Cork really is the capital of comfort food. In fact I would go so far to say that Cork is the newly crowned the Capital of Cupcakes. 

Pink Pram

And we have Cupcakes by Katie in Blarney to thank for indulging us the most delicious butter cream icing I have ever tasted. Cupcakes always stir such lovely memories. I met my husband in New York 9 years ago and we had a couple early dates in Buttercups, a much-welcomed cupcake eatery to the midtown drudgery of bagel & juice bars. Although I don’t think that Blarney suffers from too many bagel and juice bars, Cupcakes by Katie has had a similar effect on the local community. Sample these delectable delights at their Tea Room location in Blarney or order your own special creation for your own special creation! Cupcakes by Katie offer an incredibly innovative range of congratulatory baby shower, new mom, new baby and christening cakes. Who doesn’t love cake?

Contact Sinead at cupcakesbykatie@eircom.net or tel 087 235 9046.

Cupcakes by Katie – delectable, nostalgic treats that spell comfort and love.

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For Cork moms-to-be, treat yourself to a delicious dinner at Cork’s best kept secret – The Silk Purse. This little gem is a perfect pre-baby date night treat – fantastic food, great atmosphere, with an impressive wine & beer menu which will keep daddy-to-be happy!  Located upstairs at One Union Quay in The Lobby, The Silk Purse, self described as “where debauchery and elegance
go hand in hand” is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7pm
till late. Booking is highly recommended.

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