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The moment a child is born, the mother is also born. She never existed before. The women existed, but the mother is something completely new – Unknown.
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The secrets out about this child friendly cafe – Gabriellas at the Grove
Gabriellas at the Grove in the morning light – 31 Seymour Street Hurstville Grove
Located in the sleepy little suburb of Hurstville Grove you will find the family friendly cafe, Gabriella’s at the Grove. Where the coffee is tops, the loaded milkshakes come with fairy floss and the service comes with a smile.
From operating cafes in Sydney for over 20 years, Owner Jason has now settled into the suburbs bringing with him a wealth of cafe knowledge and the local community is reaping the benefits.
Sadly after losing their daughter Gabriella in 2020, Jason and his wife decided it was now or never to bring his dream to life and as a dedication to his little girl, Gabriellas at the Grove was brought to life.
“Gabriella, Carried for a moment, loved for a lifetime. Our daughter, our angel, too beautiful for this earth” – Jason, Gabriella’s at the Grove.
If you have grown up in the area you might remember when this humble little building was once the local corner store. However if you didn’t, fast forward to circa 2020 and the transformation is incredible.
The first thing I noticed about this trendy cafe, aside from the aroma of Toby’s Estate coffee wafting through, is the ample amount of room available. As you walk through the wide open bi-fold doors you are immediately greeted with a large dining table that is ideal for groups of up to 10. The perfect way to celebrate a birthday, host a business lunch or share a tea with your best mum friends.
Planning a more intimate setting, don’t despair you are spoilt for choice with the remaining seating available throughout the cafe.
Prams and high chairs also arent an issue at Gabriellas at the Grove with many high chairs available, change table facilities located in the immaculately clean bathrooms and an extensive children’s menu it makes for a perfect place to share a meal with the kids in tow.
Owner Jason really has thought of everything. Having 4 children of his own he has catered to the needs of the many children that visit the cafe each day. Gone are the days of the only choice for kids being highly processed, deep fried options and say hello to options like mini breaky plates and Gnocchi with Napolitana sauce.
But it doesnt stop there with an extensive chef prepared all inclusive menu for everyone to enjoy with all day breakfast being served and a lunch menu commencing at 11am. You can truly appreciate the thought that has gone into bringing this menu to life. From Shared breakfast boards to Wagyu burgers, Healthy green bowls and Souvlaki plates. It has incorporated all dietary preferences including an abundant amount of choices for gluten free, dairy free and Vegan.
Also, if you’re on the run, then the Hey You App combined with the take away window is going to be your best friend.
Holiday Workshops
To continue the all inclusive feel Jason has also newly introduced school holiday workshops and we had the oppotunity to attend our first workshop which allowed the kids to assemble their own edible terrariums. Workshops are kept small to allow a hands on experience for each child and participants are then able to leave proudly displaying their creations, that’s if they haven’t been eaten before you finish your coffee! We look forward to what’s coming next holidays.
Gabriellas at the Grove is definitely somewhere I would suggest to meet a girlfriend, sit and pump out some work or enjoy a Sunday brunch with the family. Open 6 days a week, Wednesday to Monday, 6:30am – 4pm. This family run business is a wonderful addition to the local community and I hope to see them flourish for many years to come.
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Meet a Local Mumma
Each week we chat to local mums in our community group to discuss lots of different topics. We discuss what keeps them ticking while navigating motherhood, what their ideal night out looks like, the ups and downs of motherhood, their interests and hobbies and lots more.
Not only does this allow our mums to keep a strong hold onto their identity that they so much want to find again after having children but it also allows a sense of connection within our community group which is what we have strived for since day one.
I hope by creating this virtual village it has given you a life line in your post part journey.
Beautiful image courtesy of Emma Wand Photography There is no way to be a perfect mother, but a million ways to be a great one – Jill Churchill
This week we chat to local mumma Alexandra Eugenie. Alexandra shares an inspirational story with us about becoming a solo mumma by choice through IVF and tells us that her first phone call in an emergency would be Crust Pizza!
Thank you Alexandra for taking part in Meet a Local Mumma and keeping our aim to connect local mummas strong.
How long have you lived in the area and why do you enjoy it?
I grew up in Oatley then moved to Mortdale and mostly have stayed in the area. It just feels like home now and that’s why I love it.How many children do you have and what are their name\s and ages if you wish to share?
One, Lucy aged 4 months.What are your favourite local walking tracks and \ or parks?
Como, Moore’s, gannons, Oatley park, olds park.What is your favourite beach or waterway?
Carss Park (a little further out)Favourite local Cafe & Why?
Edmonds and greer– the gluten free brownies and shop
What are your favourite kid friendly activities?
Not sure I have any yet, she’s so little we mainly just try to stay alive each day HahaWhat are your Wet Weather plans?
Books!Are you a working mum or SAHM (Stay at home mum)? Tell us about your business if you’d like!
Stay at home but can’t wait to get back to work in September, i work for corrective services as a parole officer. Bit obsessed with my job.What is your hidden talent?
Absolutely nothingWhat would you say is the biggest challenge of motherhood?
Being a solo mama (albeit by choice)You’re stranded on a desert island and you find a phone, it has one bar battery. Who are you calling and why?
Crust pizzaWhat would you say is the best part of motherhood?
Just smelling her head, her smile and kissing her cheeks. I love how we are each other’s favourite person right now.I love how we are each other’s favourite person right now.
What would you say keeps you sane while navigating motherhood?
The three C’s- Chocolate, coffee and my friend Courtney who listens to me whinge alot.What are your interests \ Hobbies?
My job!I used to like to play netball and travel but now all I have to talk about is the baby.
I do love reading though.
What is your idea of the perfect night out?
Ummm someone takes the baby and I go to sleep early after a massageWhat does a typical day look like for you?
Breastfeed a billion times, go to the gym, try to get the baby to sleep constantly, put the dummy back in 76 times and lots of Instagram scrolling if I’m being honest. HahaWhat’s something not many people would know about you?
I speak French, used to do alot of travelling.What’s your favourite product to recommend since becoming a mum?
Cocoonababy!
Also- Nipple shields.How do you think you have changed since becoming a mum?
Im a fair bit more boring to be honest but still wouldn’t change it.What advice would you offer a fellow mum or first time mum?
Don’t have a birth plan. If you can, have someone stay over for the first 6 weeks if you don’t have a partner.Lastly, is there anything else you would like to share with us?
I guess it’s important to say- I’m a single mama by choice who did IVF with a donor. I’d love to meet people in a similar situation
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Why the all inclusive Ador Reserve Rockdale has parents excited.
Nestled in the ‘sporting hub’ of Rockdale is the all inclusive Ador Reserve Rockdale.
Boasting a modern designed playground for the local community with adjacent skate park, car park, and synthetic turf sporting fields there really is something for everyone including families, sporting groups, skateboarders, cyclists, scooter riders, walkers, mothers with prams and even a toddler play area.
The playground has significant structural climbing equipment for the more adventurous children aswell as incorporating nature play with sandpits, a shared cycling and walking track, childrens bike path and pump track and again the adjacent skatepark.
The area has been smartly designed by taking cues from the unique surroundings of the Roockdale wetlands. The design incorporates a range of water saving urban design principles and a large number of the diverse plantings will also help to reduce urban heat while providing shaded ambience to paths and the playground areas. Shade sales are also erect over the playground and bbq areas.
The park is surrounded not only by state of the art sporting fields but also a cycle track and small pump track and architectural designed toilet block. If this is not extreme enough for your tribe then why not give the adjacent skate park a run for its money.
The skate park includes two large skate bowls and many other concrete and metal structures allowing the kids to grind, kick flip and fakie until their hearts content.
Elements of nature play are also significant throughout the park and with interpretive signage and artwork explaining the endemic landscape character, significant local flora and fauna and providing a historical timeline of the wetlands its hard not to appreciate how this smartly designed park the softens the grand play euiptment with its tranquil surroundings.
The Lowdown on Ador Reserve Rockdale:
Toilets: YES. Located between the playground and skate park.
Fenced: PARTIALLY. However the playground itself is located well away from main roads but is partially open to the carpark.
Parking: Yes. Conveniently located adjacent too the playground and skate park.
BBQs and picnic Tables: YES. There are 4 picnic tables located under cover next to the toilet block overlooking the playground with 4 gas BBQs are also included just next to the picnic tables.
SLIDES: There are a total of 7 metal slides located through out the playground. Including 2 large slides, 4 medium slides and 1 toddler slide.
SWINGS: A total of 4 swings including two toddler \ baby swings.
SUITABLE FOR: ALL AGES. This playground has really been designed to be all inclusive, with a toddler area, rubber floor surfaces for crawling babies, sandpits for toddlers aswell as large climbing structures and skate park for older school aged children. There is also a seniors exercise area that includes a range of euiptment for exercise.
SHADE: YES there is shade over the playground but not the skate park.
BINS: Yes
HOW DO I BOOK FOR A PARTY / EVENT: By Contacting Bayside council on 1300 581 299 or visiting their website.
CLOSEST CAFE: When we visited the park there was a coffee van in the carpark that sold a range of treats, coffee and ice cream. Upon chatting with them they advised they weren’t there all the time so I havent included their details.
Your closet choices are:
La Cafeine 29/52-56 Bay Street Rockdale – 2 minutes
The Lunch Box kafe 365 West Botany Street Rockdale – 2 minutes
Hey Bay Bae at 19 Bay Street Rockdale – 3 minutes
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Meet a local Mumma!
Each week we chat to local mums in our community group to discuss lots of different topics. What keeps them ticking while navigating motherhood, what their ideal night out looks like, the ups and downs of motherhood, their interests and hobbies and lots more.
Not only does this allow our mums to keep a strong hold onto that identity that they so much want to find again after having children but it also allows a sense of connection within our community group which is what we have strived for since day one.
I hope by creating this virtual village it has given you a life line in your post partum journey.
This week we chat to local Mumma Jess Armstrong. Jess is a recent first time mum and has recently moved to the area.
Thank you Jess for taking part in Meet a Local Mumma and keeping our aim to connect local mums strong.
How Long have you lived in the area and why do you enjoy it?
We have Lived in the area for 5 months now and we like it because its quiet, everything we need is close by and its not too far from the highway for work.
How many children do you have and what are their name/s and ages if you wish to share?
We have one little boy Jackson, he’s two months old.
What’s your favourite beach or waterway?
Favourite beach so far is Cronulla but we havent gotten out much since moving here to be honest.
Favourite Local Cafe & Why?
The Harvest Ground at Penshurst. They serve a good coffee and big breakfast!
What are your wet weather plans?
Our wet weather plans are trying not to eat and binge watch television Haha
Are you a Working mum or a SAHM (Stay at home mum)? Tell us about your business if you’d like!
I’m currently on maternity leave until July.
What would you say is the biggest challenge of motherhood?
I think the biggest challenge of motherhood for me was the PPA (post Partum Anxiety) and being unable to walk after birth for the first 4 weeks. Everything else just feels so natural and light.
You’re standard on a desert island and you find a satellite phone, it has one bar battery. Who are you calling and why?
I would call search and rescue because hopefully they could somehow satellite track me and then I could speak to my loved ones after I had been rescued Haha
What would you say is the best part of motherhood?
The best part of motherhood is seeing my baby smile and just hearing him make any noise really.
What would you say keeps you sane while navigating motherhood?
Keeping as much routine as possible and being pre prepared helps keep me sane.
What are your interests / Hobbies?
My Interests and hobbies are fitness, eating, Disney, red wine and going out.
What is your idea of the perfect night out?
My perfect night out would be a nice dinner with drinks and a stage show or night markets.
What advice would you offer a fellow mum or first time mum?
My advice would be to not buy heaps of new baby clothes, luckily I didn’t buy too many but my baby was almost a 000 after being born so he was never going to fit the 00000 clothes I did buy.
Lastly, is there anything else you would like to share with us?
If there are any park meet ups with babies around the same age I would be interested in attending to meet people if the rain stops.
To connect with Jess and many other like-minded mums join our community group here.
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April School Holiday Activities
The school holidays are upon us which means its that time again when you’re looking to slow down and the kids are screaming to be entertained!
Why not make it all about fun and activities these Easter holidays to ensure you’re not hearing the words ‘Im bord!’
So have a browse of the range of local school holiday activities on offer for all ages below to get you ready for these Easter school Holidays!
Thanks to Georges River Council a pop up skate park will be held at Olds Park in Peakhurst. So grab the skateboard or your coolest roller skates and head down to Olds Park to bust some moves!
The pop up skate park will include a street course and a 3ft mini ramp aswell as a free sausage sizzle on Friday the 8th with thanks to Oatley Lions Club. The launch of this event kicks off from Saturday the 9th from 2pm. You’ll find a variety of food stalls, a pop-up skatepark, live music, bubble soccer, wheelchair basketball, art workshops and youth service stalls.
This fun pop up activity is part of the Georges River Youth Festival.
When: Friday 8th April to Thursday 14th April
Cost: FREE
Location: Olds Park Peakhurst
Catered to: 12-24year olds
if you’re looking for that perfect balance of ‘Treat yo self’ and keeping the kids entertained why not consider the range of Easter holiday activities on offer at The Peakhurst.
From Easter sand art to a slime workshop The Peakhurst has it all on offer and it could be a great option out of any wild weather Sydney throws at us these holidays!
With a great menu and bar this could be the perfect solution to getting out of the house these holidays!
Bookings are essential via their website and limited spots are available!
Whats on offer:
Monday 11th April: Free movie & Popcorn Day
Tuesday 12th April: Easter Sand Art $10.00 Per person
Wednesday 13th April: Easter Egg Basket Craft $10.00 per person
Thursday 14th April: Easter Egg Hunt with a visit from the Easter Bunny – FREE
Tuesday 19th April: Slime workshop $10.00 Per person
Tuesday 19th April: Marvel Trivia night – FREE. Book a table via the EAT page as normal on their website.
Wednesday 20th April: Easter Cupcake decorating $10.00 Per Person
Location: The Peakhurst – 705 Forest Road Peakhurst
Catered to: All Ages
For more information: https://thepeakhurst.com.au/whats-on/
If your little ones are more into shaking their tail feather this Easter Studio Elevn is holding a morning full of dancing, acrobatics and Easter arts and craft to get your little bunnies into the Easter Spirit.
When: Thursday 14th April 9:30am – 12:00pm
Location: Mortdale Scout Hall 6 Gungah Bay Rd Oatley
Cost: $30.00 Per Child
Catered to: 3-8year olds
For more information and to book our spot visit their facebook page here.
Little Tennis Aces Does building self confidence, Gross motor skills and learning the rules and strokes of tennis in a fun environment sound exactly what youre after? Then maybe Little Tennis Aces School Holiday Easter Tennis Camp is what youre after.
Get the kids involved in group kids lessons, team based events and games to build and develop vital skills.
When: Monday 11th April 9am – 12pm & Tuesday 12th April 9am – 12pm
Location: Seymour Shaw Park Tennis Courts
1 Parkside Avenue MirandaCost: The cost is $60 for one day attendance or $110 to attend both days. Which includes on court-coaching sessions, rally and match play focus, morning tea/lunch and an awards ceremony (If you attend both days).
Catered for: 4 to 12 year olds
For more information or to book visit their website or facebook page.
Another Brilliant option to keep you dry and again allows the perfect balance of treat you self and kids entertained is the range of school holiday activities on offer at Club Rivers.
Pinot & Picasso KIDS. A school holiday art session calling for all mini picassos .
When: Wednesday 20th & Thursday 21st April
Cost: $10.00 and every booking comes with a 1/2 price kids meal.
Bookings essential and can be done via the Club Rivers Website here.
But if the kids need to burn off some energy the KIDS Soccer Clinic might be more up your alley! Have fun and improve skills with representatives from Sydney FC.
When: Friday 22nd April 9am – 1pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Peakhurst Park
Bookings essential: Contact Jenny@clubrivers.com.au
The Acro Co Do you have a budding Acrobat at home that you need to occupy these holidays? Then maybe the Acro Co is just what your after! The Acro Co is an acrobatics studio combining Dance Acrobatics, Sports Acrobatics and Tumbling and making physical fitness fun!
The Acro Co have an interstate Guest Teacher booked for these school holidays. Jacqui Rinaldi – Director of NIPA Melbourne.
– Stretch and Strength
– Acro, Contortion and Tumbling
– Kicks, Turns and Leaps
– Total of 3 hours
– Or you can book a 30 or 60-minute acrobatics and tumbling private lesson.When: Wednesday, April 13
Where: Mortdale 2b Boundary Road, Mortdale (and Taren Point).
Suitable for: 6-18-year olds
Cost: $120
To Book and more information: https://www.theacroco.com.au/school-holidays
CONNELLS POINT SAILING CLUB For something different maybe you have a wanna be sail boat captain at home and dream of sailing off into the sunset together one day! So why not start to build their skills with this upcoming School holiday Learn to sail camp event run by Connells Pt Sailing Club.
Connells Point Sailing Club is a not-for-profit club run by volunteers who race a variety of classes of boats. Suitable for ages 8 – 70+ years.
Location: Kyle Parade, Donnelly Park, Connells Point NSW
When: Run from the 19th, 20th, 21st to the 22nd April 9am to 3pm each day.
Cost: $350 for all equipment and an instructor
Catered to: 8 year olds and up
For more information and to book contact the club directly 0448360120 or Discoversailing.cpsc@gmail.com
Positive Thinking Clinic If you want to make these School Holidays a positive one how about taking part in some online Emotional Wellness workshops for kids. Helping kids reveal their potential and become that better version of themselves.
Whats on Offer:
11th April 4pm – CHIT CHAT ABOUT FEELINGS AND THOUGHTS.
12th April 4pm – MINDFULNESS SKILLS TO STAY PRESENT.
13th April 4pm– TIPS FOR LETTING GO OF ANGER.
14th April 4pm– CREATING A CALM PLACE FOR THE MIND.
19th April 4pm – TIPS FOR MELTING WORRIES AWAY.
20th April 4pm – ORGANISATION SKILLS FOR KIDS TO STAY UP TO DATE AND KEEP STRESS AWAY.
21st April 4pm – FRIENDSHIPS: MAKING FRIENDS, KEEPING FRIENDS AND UNDERSTANDING OTHERS.
22nd April 4pm – USING COURAGE TO BEAT ANXIETY.
Location: All workshops are online and go for 50mins
Cost: cost $50 (private sessions are available for $100 during the school holiday period).
Catered for: 6-14 year olds
Bookings essential by calling Amanda Dounis on 0458850850, via email amanda@positivethinkingclinic.com.au or on Facebook
IDance Lugarno For more dancing fun IDance Lugarno is holding a school holiday workshop at their studio including an egg hunt which we know no body can resist including me! Also be prepared to be swept up in the moment with some musical theatre, hip hop and some easter games.
When: Tuesday 12th & Wednesday 13th April – 9.30am to 3.00pm Each day
Location: Lugarno Scout Hall, Lime Kiln Road Lugarno
Cost: $70 per day
Catered for: 4.5 – 12 year olds
For more information: https://idancelugarno.com.au/
Creative kids vouchers are accepted if participating in both days and by contacting the studio directly 0402 872 760
Oatley Cottage KIDS Sewing Classes Want to get the kids involved in some creative activities over the holidays? How about learning to sew? Oatley cottage have some great introductory classes for kids at their store in Oatley.
From beginners to intermediate there is a class for both levels. The price of the class includes tuition, a pattern and sewing machine hire. Creative kids vouchers are also accepted from Service NSW.
Whats on offer:
In the first week students will be making a Drawstring Backpack – students will learn how to use a sewing machine while creating a fully lined backpack.
No previous sewing machine skills are needed so this class is perfect for beginners.
When: Wednesday 13th April & Thursday 14th April 9.30am to 1.30pm each day. Lessons go for two days.
Location: 13 Frederick Street Oatley
Cost: $100 + Supplies for both days
Catered for: Year 3 to year 12
The second week will be a Pocket Wall Organiser – it’s perfect to hang on a wall or door to store bits and pieces.
This project is a little more involved so it’s only suitable for students with previous sewing experience.
When: Wednesday 20th April & Thursday 21st April 9.30am to 1.30pm each day. Lessons go for two days.
Location: 13 Frederick Street Oatley
Cost: $100 + Supplies for both days
Catered for: Year 3 to year 12
Bookings are essential and classes are popular so for more information get in contact directly on 02 9580 8780.
Happy Stitching!!
While we are on the creative bandwagon how about this gorgeous Bunny flower crown workshop for KIDS by AV Blooms Florist.
Explore flowers, Have fun and get creative at this pretty little workshop.
Create a half head flower crown complete with bunny ears with Australian grown flowers that you can keep along with a gift bag containing an edible treat and juice box.
Location: AV Blooms Florist 216b William Street Kingsgrove (Clemton Park)
When: Tuesday 12th April 10.30am and runs for 1-1.5hrs
Cost: $65.00 Which includes all tools, materials and flowers
Catered for: 6 – 12 year olds. Adults are required to stay and assist children 8 years and under.
NSW DISCOVER vouchers can be redeemed for this workshop.
For more information please visit their website or facebook page. Bookings essential.
- Behavioural Therapy
- Birthday Parties
- Child Care
- Child Friendly Cafes
- Dance Schools
- Education
- Family Pets
- Fitness, Group Training and Gyms
- Funny Mum Moments
- Hair & Beauty
- Health & Wellness
- Indoor Play Centres
- Kids Sport
- Meet a Local Mumma!
- Optometry
- Personal Training
- Photography
- Playgrounds
- postpartum support
- Psychology
- School Holiday Activities
- Speech Pathology & Occupational Therapy
- Trades
- Uncategorized
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Creating the village you need as a mum in the Georges River area! We have everything you need! From cafes to playgrounds, we celebrate all there is to motherhood, community and small business!
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