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Your family, your memories

I heard it said once that sometimes, memories of a moment are better than the actual moment itself. The reason is, that as you are experiencing something, anything can happen. Anything can go wrong. We are wired to survive, so we’re always scanning our surroundings for possible danger. We’re alert and ready to act if something happens that might cause us pain or harm. This is why ...

We love Pregnant Chicken and their 'sunny side up' approach to all things baby and pregnancy. Their 'Best of 2020' list is out and we're so happy to be on it! With our new ABC Baby Milestone™ Cards set. 
Click to read their full round up of amazing Baby essentials for parents due in 2020.

For 'A letter to my future self' in Earshaw's Magazine Gemma was asked to write to herself at any age and time in the past. It became an excercise that brought her valuable new insights on what to focus on in everyday life. Are you often rushing through life? Maybe you'll recognize her story as well.

"Dear Gemma,

The year is 2010. You’re living in Amsterdam with your husband, and you’re about to become first-time parents to a little boy you’ll name Mikkel. You don’t know it yet, but you’ll have two more boys and be a family of five just three years from now. The journey into motherhood introduces you to amazing highs and hectic lows—everyday life feels multiplied by 10,000! You have no idea what you’re doing one moment to the next. But that’s the life of a parent. Be patient, you’ll become a master of multitasking, and it’ll eventually all work out. To make life more challenging, however, you’re still grieving the loss of your mother a few months prior. You miss her dearly, and you’re devastated she’s not there when you become a mother." [...]

The very personal things are the hardest to tidy. Still, it needs to ‘sparks joy in your heart’, says Marie Kondo, or else you should get rid of it. Tidying your family’s photos is for many the hardest to clear in your home. Here are some tips to tackle this daunting task straight from the guru herself.

Dutch Youtuber Marlieke Koks takes us with her while celebrating Christmas featuring our Keepsake Ornament.

Goods that will make you glad you had them while looking back at photos of your little one featuring our Baby Blocks.

5 Tips for baby's first Christmas - featuring our Keepsake Ornament and Baby's First Christmas Booklet

Best baby gifts for new parents: a selection of favorites featuring our Over The Moon photo cards.

Our founder Gemma in the Kids Special of ZOZ Magazine about memories and the best baby gifts for the Holiday Season

Our NEW Album was reviewd by Mama's Liefste! Check out her (DUTCH) blog for inspiration and great gift ideas.....