HouseGoesHollywood: 7 celebrity baby announcements

For the second week in a row it's been all about babies in celebrity land. From breast-feeding controversies to horror morning sickness and happy deliveries, here's the latest news. Let's kick off with why Oprah DIDN'T have kids ... >> During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Oprah Winfrey revealed why she never had children:... Continue Reading →

Is House really going home?

Oddly enough, on this day last year I was pondering my future. And today I am too. Last year I found myself unexpectedly unemployed. This year I'm on the brink of unemployment by design. In less than a month I'll be a stay-at-home mum. It's exciting and scary in equal parts. Here's what I had... Continue Reading →

10 clever Christmas cupcake ideas

Last night, as tried to rally the energy to make my annual reindeer cupcakes for the youngest's class Christmas party on Thursday, I started stalling by Googling cute Christmas cupcake ideas. At least I got to sit down for five minutes ... They came out of the oven at 9.15pm. All that's left to do is ice... Continue Reading →

I’m maxed out

In Maxed Out: American Moms on the Brink - Katrina Alcorn talks about mothers' increasingly limited options when it comes to a work-life balance because of inadequate maternity leave, skyrocketing childcare costs and a culture that hasn't adjusted to households having two working parents. She tells her personal journey about having a nervous breakdown as she tried to cope... Continue Reading →

HouseGoesHollywood: a weekend of celebrity revelations

It's been a weekend of revealing moments for celebrities. From Susan Boyle's surprise confession to Madonna's awesome family photo bomb. Susan Boyle's Asperger's confession Susan Boyle, the church volunteer who became a global sensation when she sang "I Dreamed a Dream" on Britain's Got Talent in 2009, has revealed she has Asperger's syndrome. She told... Continue Reading →

My week: running from the lynch mob

What would you do if a comment came up in your Facebook newsfeed saying: "Just realised I named my daughter Mia xxxxxx. Is 2 too old to change a name?” (The "xxxxxx" is because I'm living in fear of a posse of suburban mums ... but it's something to do with streetwalker.) If you're not a... Continue Reading →

HouseGoesHollywood: 5 blissful baby announcements

It may be tragically remembered as the week Fast & Furious star Paul Walker lost his life, but there was so much good news to celebrate too, with 5 celebrities making baby announcements. >> Today Show star Leila McKinnon and Nine CEO David Gyngell revealed they are expecting their second child. The couple welcomed a... Continue Reading →

Sisterly love

“Sister. She is your mirror, shining back at you with a world of possibilities. She is your witness, who sees you at your worst and best, and loves you anyway. She is your partner in crime, your midnight companion, someone who knows when you are smiling, even in the dark. She is your teacher, your... Continue Reading →

My counsellor’s name is Neville

Neville. It shouldn't bother me, but it does. I know, I know, there's nothing wrong with being called Neville. NSW had a perfectly respectable premier called Neville. And Neville Longbottom turned out to be quite the hero in Harry Potter. The reason I'm seeing Neville because I'm crap at peeling onions. OK ... I'm sounding... Continue Reading →

11 reasons why sloths are cool

Sloths are having a bit of a moment right now. And this is why ... 1. Kristen Bell loves them So they must be good, because she's awesome. Last year she revealed that she's been obsessed with them for years, so her now-husband Dax Shepherd arranged for her to meet one for her 31st birthday... Continue Reading →

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