• WHAT MATTERS MOST // Tonight is the annual Sydney Gay & Lesbian Parade & Party for the 2020 Mardi Gras - one of Australia’s most famous & well-loved events; a world renowned colourful & dazzling night of pride. The outfits, floats, months of preparation, makeup & styling extravaganza (and what the event stands for) - I’m so excited to see my friends parade in Darlinghurst!! Happy Mardi Gras 💛🧡❤️💚💙💜 . What matters most to YOU!?? For me it’s about family, equality & love. The freedom to be yourself. . From when I last glammed up for my brothers wedding with @galavanti_beauty makeup magic ✨ . . #mardigras #mardigras2020 #whatmattersmost #sydneygayandlesbianmardigras #lgbt #lgbtqia #sydney #sydneyaustralia
  • MILESTONE // Can sleep all night, whilst also waking up multiple times for cuddles & milk. Can baby babble, serenade with a thousand “mummy’s” & be as good as gold self entertaining, whilst also singing the sound of her people, squawking like a possessed drop bear in close quarters. Can stand, wiggle to music, grin with all the pearly whites popping through & hug like you’ve never felt before... Penelope is 15 months of delicious & I’m one proud Mamma of my greatest creation!! Mostly I’m excited that the months I’ve spent teaching her how to “blow kisses”... she did them today 😭🥳 Look out world 👶🏼😘 #sharethelove #loveisallaround #blowingkisses
  • LOVERS DAY // Too good not to share 🤣 I wonder how long it will take for Penelope to realise she’s a Valentines Day love child!!?? 🤭👶🏼💛 . To love & be loved is one of life’s greatest pleasures #HappyValentinesDay xx . . . #valentinesday2020 #alentinesay #loversday #truelove #vday #kateheussler #loveyou
  • SWEET DREAMS // Are made of this...Top three questions I am always asked by passers by are: 1. How old? 2. Is she your first? 3. Does she sleep? The most important one that people tend to hone in on is the sleeping part. Penelope slept through for the first time at 5 weeks old and has ever since (minus a few nights here and there coinciding with her developmental leaps...because she is human and it’s normal). . I've heard a tonne of "omg babe you're so lucky" and "you must just have one of those kids who's easy" and I can honestly say I have been blessed with Penelope. I can also say I was given the right tools and information when pregnant from my friends with children, AND "sleeping through" was also the no.1 area I researched (aggressively) during my pregnancy, and since giving birth. Losing baby weight was not something I focused on. Ever. . Luck is (at most) 50% of the battle, parenting is (at least) 50%. Have I had stern conversations with my husband about how we're going to settle her? Yep. Have we gone a few minutes of crying before going in and checking on her? Yep. Do we have the same bedtime routing now as we did from her birth? Absolutely. We've had a ROUTINE, and it's worked for us with Penelope. I can honestly say THANK THE LORD for @lovetodreamaustralia - the founders went through 18mths of not sleeping with their bubs to create a sleep suit that works for us! Combined with her taking a dummy (we have only ever bought and used two @naturalrubbersoother for her), it's our 'magic' combination. . If you're a parent of a bub who's yet to sleep through the night, try not to Dr Google at 2am. Research @lovetodreamaustralia and see if it can work for you as it has done for us 💛(ps: this is not sponsored - sleep deprivation is the worst and it's only kind to share tips & tricks that work. I hope this helps) xx . . . #sleepingbaby #lovetodream #lovetodreamaustralia #babysleeptips #babysleepsuit #kateheussler #penelopeheussler #naturalrubbersoother #helpmybabysleep
  • HAPPY AUSTRALIA DAY // Celebrating the sun worshiping for the ‘in lieu’ today. An ahhhhh moment in one of my fav ethical brands @bachhara with @maddisonclare ☀️💛 . The past four months have been a trying time for our nation, amid the bush fire crisis displacing thousands of Aussie families & decimating 5+ millions acres of flora & wiping out equally millions of natural fauna (entire populations of koalas, wombats, echidnas, kangaroos + more). I always appreciate one of our country’s greatest characteristics - MATESHIP. The unwavering generosity of Australians to lend a hand, volunteer or financially contribute to help others in need. I am so thankful to the men & women on the front line fighting the fires, and the countless many who have been rescuing families & wildlife from life threatening conditions across all corners of Australia. THANK YOU @nswrfs @redcrossau @salvosau @wireswildliferescue @portmacquariekoalahospital @australianarmy @ausairforce @royalaustraliannavy for your support 🙏🏻☀️ . Taking a moment to be thankful & grateful. How did you celebrate Australia Day!? ☀️ . . #australiaday #happyaustraliaday #sunworshiper #mateship #volunteer #straya #strayaday #aussieaussieaussie #kateheussler #blonde #tanned #lifestyle
  • HOME // The precious moment I brought my little family to Darwin. My most influential years can be found in the NT... a place that I couldn’t wait to leave in 2010 for the ‘big smoke’ & a place I’ve always wanted to come back to when the time was right. . 10 years on - I actually cried when we left 😭 It’s a special feeling getting off a plane, getting into a car & not needing a map to get around. I was home ☀️ . It was only a very short trip (2 days to see my twin get married) though I promise to come back again soon. Has been too long between visits 💛 You can take the girl out of the Territory, but you can’t take the Territory out of the girl 🥰 . Do you get that feeling when you travel ‘home’ too!? Xx . . . #darwin #nt #northernterritory #darwinwaterfront #darwinaustralia #darwinlife #kateheussler #penelopeheussler #thegreatoutdoors #home #homesweethome
  • HANGRY TO HAPPY // Penelope has inherited her mamma’s sleep patterns & eating ability. Sleeps for hours (thank you all the help/support & tools I received to aid with that) AND sees food = eats it. For months I only made food at home for Penelope to eat, and after feeling like I had no time in the day - I got over feeling guilty about buying pre-made baby food. We’re out & about A LOT, I love to exercise & Penelope is a chilled out bub in her pram just taking in the sights. I sometimes forget to pre cut some fruit & veg so my weekly grocery trip to @woolworths_au always include some snacks that I know will satisfy her (textures & taste) AND satisfy me (healthy, natural, trusted baby brand). The @raffertys_garden banana snack bars were her favourite until I came home with the Cheese Chickpea Pops... miraculously I have a whole 20 minutes to myself (mostly to clean lol) while Penelope is occupied with doing what she loves most... eating! 👶🏼🥰 That’s my girl!! . I’m all about learning... Calling all mammas & working professionals: what are some tips you’ve learnt to make life easy for yourself ‘on the go’!? . . . #lifeonthego #workingmother #babyhack #babysnacks #healthysnacks #roadtripsnacks #penelopeheussler #raffertysbaby #guiltfreesnacks #kateheussler #GrowALittleGoodness #GrowWithRaffertys
  • HELLO 2020 // 2019: Thank you for the lessons. 2020: let's do this! Like a blank book, the pen is in your hands. This is YOUR chance to write a beautiful story for yourself. . Repeat after me: "I'm about to step into the best year OF MY LIFE." Who else feels this? Love to hear your thoughts below if you agree! 👇🏼✨ . . . #findyourwhy #believeinyou #kateheussler #2020 #newyearnewyou #bestlife #camillawithlove @camillawithlove
  • REFLECTION // The end of one year and the beginning of another is a magical time to reflect. To acknowledge and pay homage to our greatest sorrows as well as our greatest triumphs. To dream, plan and goal-get the things we want most to build an incredible life, not just settle for one. . 2019 for me has been one of my biggest years of personal growth. There has been SO MUCH to celebrate, and to balance (because LIFE) 2019 has also come with a fair share of set backs and bumps in the road... navigating my new role as a mother outside of the workforce, strengthening my marriage, developing my business plan, mourning the loss of a family member, supporting ill parents - all whilst seeing my beautiful baby girl grow each day into the magnificent tiny human she is today. . I AM GRATEFUL for it all. Truly. Rock bottom will teach you things mountain tops never will. As we say goodbye to 2019 and HELLO to 2020 - I'm taking this as an opportunity to reset, recharge and reenergise to realign to my values. Yes to minimalism, me time, quality time with my family & friends, making time to work on my little project, to give more...and no to what and who doesn't set my soul on fire. . I've set my goals, and now it's on ME to go get them. To my @instagram family... THANK YOU for your part in my journey. Wishing you the greatest of health, happiness, and the courage to believe you can, Kate xx #findyourwhy . . . #2019 #newyear #happynewyear #2020 #startover #startfresh #findyourwhy #kateheussler #lachlanheussler #penelopeheussler #newyearnewyou
  • MERRY CHRISTMAS // Penelope was spoilt with lots of beautiful gifts from her extended family & our wonderful friends. From her Mum & Dad - she donated to the @nswrfs 🥰 . Swipe to see Penelope’s first Santa pic —->🎅🏻🎄💛 From our home to yours, I hope you had a wonderful day with those near & dear... Kate, Lachlan & Penelope xx

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Aussie Proud: Happy Australia Day

No matter how far or how wide I roam, I still call Australia home.

It’s a proud moment for us as citizens of this great country… A country blessed with diversity, natural beauty, shining sun & strong mateship. Hard to pass up the extra kisses & cuddles with my little Penelope to also celebrate my first Australia Day as a mother 💁🏼‍♀️ 

My minimalist Australia Day essentials:

+ Green + Gold Aussie Swimsuit | Veve Swimwear

+ Roundie Beach Towel | The Beach People

+ Sun protection | Nivea UVA/UVB 50+ Broad Spectrum Sports Sunscreen

At the end of today your feet should be dirty, your hair messy, and your eyes sparkling ☀️

Happy Australia Day 🇦🇺

Kate xx

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  • WHAT MATTERS MOST // Tonight is the annual Sydney Gay & Lesbian Parade & Party for the 2020 Mardi Gras - one of Australia’s most famous & well-loved events; a world renowned colourful & dazzling night of pride. The outfits, floats, months of preparation, makeup & styling extravaganza (and what the event stands for) - I’m so excited to see my friends parade in Darlinghurst!! Happy Mardi Gras 💛🧡❤️💚💙💜 . What matters most to YOU!?? For me it’s about family, equality & love. The freedom to be yourself. . From when I last glammed up for my brothers wedding with @galavanti_beauty makeup magic ✨ . . #mardigras #mardigras2020 #whatmattersmost #sydneygayandlesbianmardigras #lgbt #lgbtqia #sydney #sydneyaustralia
  • MILESTONE // Can sleep all night, whilst also waking up multiple times for cuddles & milk. Can baby babble, serenade with a thousand “mummy’s” & be as good as gold self entertaining, whilst also singing the sound of her people, squawking like a possessed drop bear in close quarters. Can stand, wiggle to music, grin with all the pearly whites popping through & hug like you’ve never felt before... Penelope is 15 months of delicious & I’m one proud Mamma of my greatest creation!! Mostly I’m excited that the months I’ve spent teaching her how to “blow kisses”... she did them today 😭🥳 Look out world 👶🏼😘 #sharethelove #loveisallaround #blowingkisses
  • LOVERS DAY // Too good not to share 🤣 I wonder how long it will take for Penelope to realise she’s a Valentines Day love child!!?? 🤭👶🏼💛 . To love & be loved is one of life’s greatest pleasures #HappyValentinesDay xx . . . #valentinesday2020 #alentinesay #loversday #truelove #vday #kateheussler #loveyou
  • SWEET DREAMS // Are made of this...Top three questions I am always asked by passers by are: 1. How old? 2. Is she your first? 3. Does she sleep? The most important one that people tend to hone in on is the sleeping part. Penelope slept through for the first time at 5 weeks old and has ever since (minus a few nights here and there coinciding with her developmental leaps...because she is human and it’s normal). . I've heard a tonne of "omg babe you're so lucky" and "you must just have one of those kids who's easy" and I can honestly say I have been blessed with Penelope. I can also say I was given the right tools and information when pregnant from my friends with children, AND "sleeping through" was also the no.1 area I researched (aggressively) during my pregnancy, and since giving birth. Losing baby weight was not something I focused on. Ever. . Luck is (at most) 50% of the battle, parenting is (at least) 50%. Have I had stern conversations with my husband about how we're going to settle her? Yep. Have we gone a few minutes of crying before going in and checking on her? Yep. Do we have the same bedtime routing now as we did from her birth? Absolutely. We've had a ROUTINE, and it's worked for us with Penelope. I can honestly say THANK THE LORD for @lovetodreamaustralia - the founders went through 18mths of not sleeping with their bubs to create a sleep suit that works for us! Combined with her taking a dummy (we have only ever bought and used two @naturalrubbersoother for her), it's our 'magic' combination. . If you're a parent of a bub who's yet to sleep through the night, try not to Dr Google at 2am. Research @lovetodreamaustralia and see if it can work for you as it has done for us 💛(ps: this is not sponsored - sleep deprivation is the worst and it's only kind to share tips & tricks that work. I hope this helps) xx . . . #sleepingbaby #lovetodream #lovetodreamaustralia #babysleeptips #babysleepsuit #kateheussler #penelopeheussler #naturalrubbersoother #helpmybabysleep
  • HAPPY AUSTRALIA DAY // Celebrating the sun worshiping for the ‘in lieu’ today. An ahhhhh moment in one of my fav ethical brands @bachhara with @maddisonclare ☀️💛 . The past four months have been a trying time for our nation, amid the bush fire crisis displacing thousands of Aussie families & decimating 5+ millions acres of flora & wiping out equally millions of natural fauna (entire populations of koalas, wombats, echidnas, kangaroos + more). I always appreciate one of our country’s greatest characteristics - MATESHIP. The unwavering generosity of Australians to lend a hand, volunteer or financially contribute to help others in need. I am so thankful to the men & women on the front line fighting the fires, and the countless many who have been rescuing families & wildlife from life threatening conditions across all corners of Australia. THANK YOU @nswrfs @redcrossau @salvosau @wireswildliferescue @portmacquariekoalahospital @australianarmy @ausairforce @royalaustraliannavy for your support 🙏🏻☀️ . Taking a moment to be thankful & grateful. How did you celebrate Australia Day!? ☀️ . . #australiaday #happyaustraliaday #sunworshiper #mateship #volunteer #straya #strayaday #aussieaussieaussie #kateheussler #blonde #tanned #lifestyle
  • HOME // The precious moment I brought my little family to Darwin. My most influential years can be found in the NT... a place that I couldn’t wait to leave in 2010 for the ‘big smoke’ & a place I’ve always wanted to come back to when the time was right. . 10 years on - I actually cried when we left 😭 It’s a special feeling getting off a plane, getting into a car & not needing a map to get around. I was home ☀️ . It was only a very short trip (2 days to see my twin get married) though I promise to come back again soon. Has been too long between visits 💛 You can take the girl out of the Territory, but you can’t take the Territory out of the girl 🥰 . Do you get that feeling when you travel ‘home’ too!? Xx . . . #darwin #nt #northernterritory #darwinwaterfront #darwinaustralia #darwinlife #kateheussler #penelopeheussler #thegreatoutdoors #home #homesweethome
  • HANGRY TO HAPPY // Penelope has inherited her mamma’s sleep patterns & eating ability. Sleeps for hours (thank you all the help/support & tools I received to aid with that) AND sees food = eats it. For months I only made food at home for Penelope to eat, and after feeling like I had no time in the day - I got over feeling guilty about buying pre-made baby food. We’re out & about A LOT, I love to exercise & Penelope is a chilled out bub in her pram just taking in the sights. I sometimes forget to pre cut some fruit & veg so my weekly grocery trip to @woolworths_au always include some snacks that I know will satisfy her (textures & taste) AND satisfy me (healthy, natural, trusted baby brand). The @raffertys_garden banana snack bars were her favourite until I came home with the Cheese Chickpea Pops... miraculously I have a whole 20 minutes to myself (mostly to clean lol) while Penelope is occupied with doing what she loves most... eating! 👶🏼🥰 That’s my girl!! . I’m all about learning... Calling all mammas & working professionals: what are some tips you’ve learnt to make life easy for yourself ‘on the go’!? . . . #lifeonthego #workingmother #babyhack #babysnacks #healthysnacks #roadtripsnacks #penelopeheussler #raffertysbaby #guiltfreesnacks #kateheussler #GrowALittleGoodness #GrowWithRaffertys
  • HELLO 2020 // 2019: Thank you for the lessons. 2020: let's do this! Like a blank book, the pen is in your hands. This is YOUR chance to write a beautiful story for yourself. . Repeat after me: "I'm about to step into the best year OF MY LIFE." Who else feels this? Love to hear your thoughts below if you agree! 👇🏼✨ . . . #findyourwhy #believeinyou #kateheussler #2020 #newyearnewyou #bestlife #camillawithlove @camillawithlove
  • REFLECTION // The end of one year and the beginning of another is a magical time to reflect. To acknowledge and pay homage to our greatest sorrows as well as our greatest triumphs. To dream, plan and goal-get the things we want most to build an incredible life, not just settle for one. . 2019 for me has been one of my biggest years of personal growth. There has been SO MUCH to celebrate, and to balance (because LIFE) 2019 has also come with a fair share of set backs and bumps in the road... navigating my new role as a mother outside of the workforce, strengthening my marriage, developing my business plan, mourning the loss of a family member, supporting ill parents - all whilst seeing my beautiful baby girl grow each day into the magnificent tiny human she is today. . I AM GRATEFUL for it all. Truly. Rock bottom will teach you things mountain tops never will. As we say goodbye to 2019 and HELLO to 2020 - I'm taking this as an opportunity to reset, recharge and reenergise to realign to my values. Yes to minimalism, me time, quality time with my family & friends, making time to work on my little project, to give more...and no to what and who doesn't set my soul on fire. . I've set my goals, and now it's on ME to go get them. To my @instagram family... THANK YOU for your part in my journey. Wishing you the greatest of health, happiness, and the courage to believe you can, Kate xx #findyourwhy . . . #2019 #newyear #happynewyear #2020 #startover #startfresh #findyourwhy #kateheussler #lachlanheussler #penelopeheussler #newyearnewyou
  • MERRY CHRISTMAS // Penelope was spoilt with lots of beautiful gifts from her extended family & our wonderful friends. From her Mum & Dad - she donated to the @nswrfs 🥰 . Swipe to see Penelope’s first Santa pic —->🎅🏻🎄💛 From our home to yours, I hope you had a wonderful day with those near & dear... Kate, Lachlan & Penelope xx
  • HAPPY EVERYTHING // Dear Santa, I'm writing to let you know I've been naughty. And it was totally worth it!! 🤭 . Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas 🎄 It’s been wonderful to have you a part of my journey, THANK YOU for brightening my world. . Have yourself a merry little ethical & sustainable Christmas with those near and dear 💛🥰 #merrychristmas #familytime
  • SANTA STOCKING // Little Miss Heussler will be on Santa’s “nice” list this year (I can’t recall ever thinking to myself she’s been naughty lol). And it’s why I’m proud to be ‘one of those mothers’ that fills a Santa stocking with healthy, natural & nutritious treats. @raffertys_garden have been one of my go-to brands since I started Penelope on solids at 6 months of age (introducing their fruit, veg & meat purées around my home cooking for her the days when I was tired & needed to trust a 2nd source of nutrition)... it’s an added bonus I was only in @woolworths_au this week to see their new 12months+ range, how convenient! I have also taste tested the Cheese Chickpea Pops & may have snuck in a pack for me too 🤭🎄 . LOVE to hear what sets your taste buds on fire 🥳💛 What are some of YOUR favourite snacks (for you or for bub)!!?? . . . #penelopeheussler #raffertysbaby #raffertysgarden #healthysantasack #healthytreats #guiltfreesnacks #kateheussler #GrowALittleGoodness #GrowWithRaffertys ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

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