A camping we will go...

Hey everyone. Just popping in real quick. We are still enjoying our "long weekend". Today is Women's Day here in South Africa. So to all you awesome women, big thumbs up to all that you do!

National Women's Day is an annual public holiday in South Africa on August 9. This commemorates the national march of women on this day in 1956 to petition against legislation that required African persons to carry the "pass", special identification documents which curtailed an African's freedom of movement during the apartheid era.

This past weekend we also celebrated our dear friend Mathi's 35th birthday!! There are quite a few pics, so if you want to go have a look, click here to see them.

We camped out at Monateng Safari Lodge ~ Located in a serene and tranquil environment on a exquisite bushveld property, conveniently situated 30 minutes from Zambezi drive in Pretoria, this RCI Gold Crown Resort is an idyllic venue to get away for the weekend or spend a tranquil holiday.

Monateng Safari Lodge offers guests a pleasant Africa bushveld experience with a noticeable abundance of birdlife and game while relaxing in a peaceful atmosphere.

We had such a great time. I'm not the out doors camping type. But this lodge/caravan park was just great. We set up tent on Saturday, and with a heavy heart made our way home late last night. Can't wait to go back in the summer. There is a gorgeous pool there. Taking a dip this weekend was out of the question. Even though most of the kids were splashing around, I tend to think us adults weren't as brave to face the icy waters.

It always amazes me how quickly kids make friends. We hardly saw McK this weekend. She was either playing in the park with other children, riding bike or jumping on the trampoline. Funny how us adults are quick to judge fellow campers and roll our eyes or snicker. Kids, they just fall in line and play.

The big attraction there was the Super Tube. McKenna really wanted to go, and I forced got her father to oblige. Up they went all enthusiastically. McK even climbed up by her self, waving at me every now and then. I was standing at the end of the slide, with camera in hand. They came down just to quick, my clicking finger wasn't as quick. Of course there wasn't going to be an opportunity to take a second shot. Madam screamed the whole way down top volume. I burst into tears. Can't believe I made my baby go on such a scary tube!! LOL But she survived. Daddy loved it, and went down a couple more times.



Wish I was still lazing in my camp chair, sipping on an ice cold beer. Come on Summer.......

In love

**warning, if you are my father/mother/grandmother/any family member. You can just skip this entry. ;-)



I might just be in love with Conceive Plus. When I was first approached to market Conceive Plus, I got this “good vibe”. I somehow knew already just by reading the product info that I was going to love this new lubricant. I’m pretty good with going with my gut feel. And I was not disappointed.

I started investigating and reading endless information and the more I read, the more I just felt that this lube would be awesome for couples who are Trying to Conceive. It aids in enhancing sperm motility and viability. It is formulated to match the pH balanced of fertile cervical fluid and semen. So what does this mean to you? Well it’s all about enhancing your chances to conceive. I think this is an awesome product for those who have sperm (male fertility) issues as well as women with cervical mucus issues. The lube counter acts these problems and creates the best environment for the sperm to survive in the cervical mucus and female body.

Enough with the product jargon. So how does it feel? ;-) You want to know the details.

With the Conceive Plus you can continue with BD without having to plan ahead. No inserting lube before hand. You can still have spontaneous BD, grab the lube when needed and continue. No need to break the “romance”. Come on you know what I’m talking about. We try so hard to keep sex exciting as possible while trying to conceive. With the Conceive Plus you can continue in the throws of passion without making it feel like you are only having sex to make a baby.

I loved the feel of it. It was very natural and I almost want to use the word “yummy”. But I can imagine my father’s eyes bulging right now if he is still reading this. DH was very impressed too. The lube can be applied to both you and your partner. Which I love. You know you sometimes need that bit of lubrication. We have been TTC for so long now, I do sometimes find that we are drier at times. Probably due to stress and pressure from “having to make this work now” issues. So this lube is fantastic to replace that natural lubricated feeling.

I had a friend ask me if the lube has any smell. LOL. And I’m glad to report it doesn’t. If any smell, it’s a clean hygienic scent. It goes on well, and feels great. It’s not as slippery as other lubes, just natural. Plain simple words, I love it! I’m sure you will too!

I was hoping to give you all a review on the Conceive Plus but unfortunately the Post Office conspired against me. So the review will only be featured tomorrow. :) Don't forget if you still want to qualify for the special on the Conceive Plus that Making Babies is running at the moment see this post for further details.

I'm super excited about this new product and the interest shown already in it.

And while I'm busy plugging Making Babies. If you are looking for a entertaining (yet educational) read, wonder over to my site and check out my eBook - Baking Maybe's

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We are going camping this weekend. Provided of course we can find a tent. It's our best friends birthday weekend. We were going to just go through for the day. But being the responsible adults we like to be, we think it's a better idea to camp over for the night as well. Things may get rough. :)

eMail issues....

If there is one thing that irritates me beyond anything it's having eMail issues!!! Especially when I'm expecting important mail orders to come through. It's like the world is against me, when I'm finally excited about something.....

Hopefully it will be sorted out in the next few hours. If you are sending me mail to marcellem@makingbabies.co.za and it's bouncing (which it will) please send the mail to ......... (never mind we have managed to fix the problems.) But yes, if you did send me mail today and it bounced, please resend it :)

ANNOYING!!!!!

Cycle news... LOL.... you know I can't help myself. I think I only Oed last night to be exact. MoFo cramping went on, sure I popped 10 eggs out at once. LOL. Are we covered? ........... of course...... ;-) As you can see I'm handling this "on a break" stuff much better these days. LOL

It's picture day at school today. I braided McK's hair. Hope it holds. Hope she smiles for the camera, and none of those dorky grins. :)

You can expect a cool review tomorrow of a certain new product. Watch this space.

Conceive Plus

I'm always on the search for new products for my Making Babies members. I've found a great lubricant - Conceive Plus. What do I like about it? It can be used as a normal lube while BD. No need to insert lube before the time. Some times we just need that little bit of extra lube, and why not use one that is sperm friendly:



Conceive Plus......

Enhances sperm motility
Enhances sperm viability
Formulated for couples trying-to-conceive
pH balanced to fertile cervical fluid and semen
Electrolyte balanced to match natural fluids
Contains Calcium and Magnesium Ions
Promotes egg fertilization

Sasmar Conceive Plus™ is a scientific formulation designed to assist your path to pregnancy.

Conceive Plus exclusively contains Calcium and Magnesium ions formulated to match fertile cervical liquid and semen to create a conception-friendly environment that feels completely natural.

NOW AVAILABLE only for Making Babies Members at R 200.00 (plus shipping R 30.00) * Unfortunately only valid for members living in South Africa

Orders need to be placed and paid for by FRIDAY 7 August 2009 in order to ship early next week. Please send email order to marcellem@makingbabies.co.za

Click here for more info on this new exciting product. * You will need to register on the Making Babies Network in order to view this page :)

Hi Ho Hi Ho

It's off to O I go! LOL.... Yeah it's that time again folks. O time. Will she? Will he? They are still on a break, but will the heavens open and the big man upstairs decides now is the right time. Who knows.....

I've come to the conclusion that my TTC journey is pretty much like playing the Lotto. Chances of me winning the winning the millions are about the same as conception. LOL :)

Hope you all had a great weekend. I'm just glad the sun is shining down on us today.

The August MB Newsletter is available, you can CLICK HERE to view it.

That is about all the words I have for you today. :)

Oh do go check out fellow blogger: Other Everyday Stuff, very cool giveaway going on there :)

Someone didn't get the memo

We are having crazy weather here! It's the 1st of August (gulp) and this weather is unbelievable. Not only are we FREEZING our asses off. But it's hailing and raining. It's so not typical for this time of year and this country!



Probably about the closet we will get to "snow" LOL

Cycle news. Seems that this 43rd cycle is going to be more or less like cycle 42. I have loads of EWCM. Which is so "murphy's law", you know I take a break and get beautiful fertile cm. *rolls eyes*. CD10 same as last cycle. Guess I'll be Oing within the next 2 days. Same as last cycle. Yes, I'm paying attention. Just every so slightly. A girl can dream right?

I see our ticker to the right says 1 more month until we start TTC again. But I think we will only start late September, so that is more like another 2 months or less.

Flu wise, I think we have a break through. Still sitting with the sore throat and stuffy nose, but at least I feel human again.

I'm waiting patiently for 2 of my friends to go into labour! Kelley who doesn't blog hehe, and Krissy. Also a sister of another good friend. So that is 3 babies who will be entering the world over the next few days.

We also received the news of our 4th Making Babies baby, little Andrew was born on Thursday 30 July!!! Congrats Marshall family.

Anyway, let me go try and warm up...... Have a good weekend everyone! x