Chocolate Blog

As mothers we get to enjoy the wonderful stages of our babies like, the first smile, the gurgles and giggles, the first words and first steps, and the never ending pleasures they bring to our lives. But there are all the little problems to endure as well, like cradle cap, nappy rash, colic, teething, coughs and colds, bumps and bruises. And if you manage to get through these unscathed, then in our eyes you are definitely a mummy heroine! (Read More)

I woke up with a HUGE AH HA this morning! That the12 steps to JOY are the same 12 steps we need to be a great lover! Hopefully this article will make it into Cosmopolitan and the other magazines that target young people and focus so much on being ‘great in bed’ rather than great lovers. (Read More)

If you’re still struggling with creating a life of your choosing, a “dreamed-of” life rather than a “settled-for” one, a life filled with good things in abundance...then we want to tell you about this ground-breaking event happening NOW. (And we are SO excited about it!) (Read More)

Who needs a day in the year to tell your soul mate you love them? Is it a great reminder? And a special chance to do something nice? Or is Valentines Day just some big marketing ploy to get you to spend truck loads on flowers, chocolates and champagne!! Whatever your thoughts and regardless of February the 14th  as a date - it is a reminder about a divine truth and that is LOVE! (Read More)

With Valentines Day just around the corner now is the time to look closely at your relationship, take some time to do something special and give it a good old fashioned dose of ROMANCE! Like the relationship with yourself, a good loving relationship with a partner requires regular care, nurturing, time and attention. It needs constant check-ups and check-ins with one another. Often people say they wish they had that excitement and thrill they had at the beginning of their relationship; understand that while you can still work at creating the excitement, what you are gaining as your relationship grows with time is something a lot deeper. Unfortunately we live in a consumer society and this is often reflected in our relationships. If someone is not happy, without much thought they just up and leave.  (Read More)

More research has been found on Parabens and it is causing a media frenzy. If you have read 'Like Chocolate For Women' or use Twenty8 Chemical Free Skincare you will be well aware that this is one of those ‘questionable ingredients’ we constantly question the use of. We love it when more research hits the news as a new level of awareness comes with it. They say people need to hear things at least seven times before they make a change so let's hope more and more people are understanding there is absolutely NO need to have these nasties placed on our precious skin day in day out . So lets do a little re-cap and see what all the fuss is about and what this new research confirms. (Read More)

Feeling connected is an inner experience; it is a knowing that you have meaningful links with the people and world around you, including yourself. Unfortunately most of us keep ourselves so busy with life trying to get ahead, trying to cope, trying to please people, trying to get through the day, that without even realising it we have lost our connection with the vital things that help us achieve our life’s desires. Being connected with others is vital to your health and wellbeing on many levels so let’s explore the areas where we believe you need to stay connected: (Read More)

We are both deeply committed to the art of aromatherapy. We met through our love of essential oils and always knew it would forevermore be a part of our lives. We started on this aromatic journey over twenty years ago and have embraced its virtues every day since. Many ask how we incorporate them into each day so here is a taste! (Read More)

Australian employees are absent for an average of 3.2 working days each year through stress. This workplace stress costs the Australian economy approximately $14.2 billion. To know that 90% of all illnesses are related to stress and that every book available at Amazon based on health and relaxation there are double the number related to stress it's fair to say then it is a big topic that effects a lot of people. Well, with the release of our own new book this year on 'Stress', here is a sneak preview on some interesting facts that can help combat it. (Read More)

Visible thread like veins and varicose veins on the legs can be caused by genetics, prolonged standing or sitting, lifting heavy objects, insufficient exercise, constipation, insufficient fluid intake, a faulty diet, obesity, pregnancy and labor.  There can also be vitamin deficiencies of B-complex and C's. (Read More)