ga('send', 'pageview');

Menu

Skip to content

Home
ABOUT
Motherhood
Lifestyle
Things I love
- Blogging
- Books
- Fashion
- Food
- Travel
Competitions
- Giveaways
- Terms And Conditions

Hayley’s Joys

img_6794

Published on October 3, 2016 in Motherhood Update – Aidan at 18 monthsFull resolution (768 × 1152)

← Previous

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Comment *

Name *

Email *

Website

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

Notify me of new posts by email.

Δ

Back to Top

FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM

Go Bafana Bafana 🇿🇦 ⚽️ 🥳 🇿🇦

Go Bafana Bafana 🇿🇦 ⚽️ 🥳 🇿🇦

It’s the small shifts that suddenly make me real

It’s the small shifts that suddenly make me realise she’s growing up right in front of me! The extra time spent getting ready.

The confidence quietly growing in the everyday moments, the way she’s becoming more independent, more self-assured, and a little less little every day 💛

I love being able to support her through this phase with routines that help her feel fresh, comfortable. I chose the @dovesouthafrica grapefruit and lemongrass deodorant for her as the 0% alcohol formula and Pro-Ceramide Technology helps care for the skin barrier while keeping her feeling fresh and confident throughout the day!

#WeRollDifferent #ChooseConfidence #dovesouthafrica #dovepartner

You asked. Here it is. 🐆 🙈 A leopard print d

You asked. Here it is. 🐆 🙈 A leopard print dress from one of my fave clothing brands I bought last year. I imported internationally, paid nearly double the price in customs, and have worn exactly …. zero times.

Here’s every reason this was always going to go wrong & and somehow I ignored all of them:

1. I barely wear dresses. I love them on other people. I admire them on the rack. But in my actual life, day to day? I knew this about myself and bought a new one anyway.

2. The style doesn’t even suit me 😆 Not every silhouette works for every body and that’s okay, but I didn’t even stop to ask the question. FOMO skipped that question lol

3. It was the last remaining item in the range when it dropped. I told myself that meant it was rare. Looking back, it probably meant everyone else had already passed on it. A sell-out item sells out. A leftover item gets left.

4. I didn’t even want the dress. I wanted the track pants (which I eventually got in SA). That’s the thing about FOMO purchases - you’re not buying the item, you’re buying the relief of not missing out. The moment it arrived, the relief was gone. And so was the desire.

5. The panic was the red flag. Any time I feel urgency around a purchase, that “I have to get this now” feeling, it’s almost never about need. It’s almost always about fear.

The dress is ok, I guess. It’s just not me 😂
Lesson learned

#mindfulspending #impulsebuy

A morning set aside to create, connect and collage

A morning set aside to create, connect and collage alongside an incredible group of women reminded me how important it is to step away from the everyday and make space for inspiration, conversation and community.

There was something so special about reconnecting with familiar faces, meeting new ones and sharing a creative experience together. These are the moments that fill your cup in ways you don’t always expect.

A heartfelt thank you to @pink_lady_apples_sa for bringing us together 🍎 💖

#create #collage #connect

THRILLED to receive a copy of Yesteryear from @jon

THRILLED to receive a copy of Yesteryear from @jonathanballpublishers for an upcoming readalong. If you’ve spent any time in bookish spaces lately, you’ll know this is one of the books everyone seems to be talking about right now.

There’s something so fun about reading a book alongside other readers and sharing the experience as we go. So if you have a copy, join in on the readalong!

No spoilers, but if you’ve read it - tell me: is the hype justified?

#bookish #yesteryear #caroclaireburke #jbpreadalong

I have these “notes to self” in my diary from

I have these “notes to self” in my diary from the last few months and thought I’d share. Save for when you’re feeling tempted to buy something you don’t really need 🙌

#mindfulspending #spendingtips

Planning for her first primary school farewell has

Planning for her first primary school farewell has officially begun 🥹✨

From outfit ideas to talking about the theme with her friends, this whole season feels like one big “she’s growing up too fast” moment. I love being able to help her feel confident and excited for these new experiences.

Confidence starts in the little everyday routines like using her @dovesouthafrica Deodorant, that helps her feel fresh, comfortable, and cared for before the big moments even happen

#WeRollDifferent #ChooseConfidence #dovesouthafrica #dovepartner

Hayley’s Joys © 2026 All Rights Reserved