Update from behind the scenes.

I just thought I would give you a quick update, as I haven't been around much of late. We have had a few things happening around here lately.

Firstly a very special little girl in our family recently gained her angel wings and joined her big sister. She will be forever in our thoughts and I will especially remember her wicked little laugh and big cheeky smile.
Eskimo Proverb - "Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy"

Secondly we have made a big decision in regards to our family life, some of you may know hubby does FIFO and has been doing it for some time. It is starting to affect our little lady and she is becoming quite distressed every time he has to go back to work. One of the cute sides of it, every time she sees or hears a plane.....we live on a flight path!! She waves to the planes and yells out "Daddy work". Maybe she thinks he's a pilot.??

So we have decided to relocate to Tom Price!! We will be moving shortly from our beautiful home out here in the Swan Valley, to a mining town. Which is 15 hours north of Perth, has an average temperature in the summer of around 40 degrees. I have heard it can get up to about 45, it is over 4 hours from the nearest BEACH. Oh and who can forget the most beautiful red pindan dirt that gets into everything! NO cute little white shoes or clothes for Miss EJ for the next couple of years.

I should add this is all happening in just over 3 weeks, I have not organised a thing as we still don't have an exact start date, as we are waiting for a home to be allocated to us. Please can everyone cross everything you have available.... in the hope that we receive a refurbished home.

On the plus side we will be a full time family. Here's to hoping hubby and I don't drive each other mad as we adjust to being a full time husband and wife again... and hopefully we will finally be successful in making a little sister/brother for Miss EJ. I am feeling very positive about the move and very excited about what awaits us.

I will definately be sharing our adventure with you all as I'm sure it will be full of laughs and the odd tear or two as this city girl ups and moves her family to the bush all in the name of LOVE!!

Talking Shop with the Bendigo Weekly...again

We were privileged to have again been featured in the Bendigo Weekly last week!

Talking Shop with the Bendigo Weekly

We were excited to be featured in this week's issue of the Bendigo Weekly.  For those of you who missed our article I have included it below for you to browse.  Happy reading!

From 1 Mum 2 Another wins 'In the Spotlight' Competition at Support a WAHP

In May 2010 we won a Support a WAHP 'In the Spotlight' interview, all thanks to the wonderful fans who voted for us in their competition.  Below is some of the resulting interview that gives a sneak peek into the person and philosophy behind our business.

Tell us a little about the person behind the business...

My name is Jennifer Frost and I am the person behind From 1 Mum 2 Another—Children’s Clothing Exchange. I was first introduced to the joys of shopping for baby clothing in 2009 when my son was born.  It wasn’t long before I found I was constantly buying new clothes as baby Jordan outgrew things so quickly.  Other parents I spoke to were in the same situation and had closets bursting at the seams with clothes and toys in almost new condition that their children had outgrown. I have a Bachelor of Business and have always wanted to run my own venture.  With a passion for the environment, a need to smartly manage the family budget, and a love of really cute kids wear, it seemed natural to create a Children’s Clothing Exchange.  With the time and resource restrictions that come with being devoted to a young family, I was excited by the opportunity presented by the Internet in allowing me to open an ‘e-store’.

And now a little about the business itself?

Children grow so fast but keeping them well dressed does not need to be expensive. At From 1 Mum 2 Another you will find a fantastic range of gently worn baby and kids wear at prices of up to 80% off original retail.  Best of all we take the stress out of shopping – simply jump online any place, any time it suits you!

To ensure your satisfaction we personally hand pick all clothing and provide detailed, accurate descriptions regarding items and their condition.  All items are laundered, fresh and clean, ready to wear.

You can also  “exchange” your own children’s items for store credit or cash.  This means your quality items don’t go to waste!  For more information about membership please see our website or contact us on shop@from1mum2another.com

What motivates you to keep your business going?

As parents we care about our families and our family finances, the communities we live in and the health of the environment.  Buying recycled means reusing what we already have. This can only be better for the environment, and because it is sold for less than it’s original RRP – better for our wallets too! 

It is an appreciation for the opportunity that From1Mum2Another.com presents, to both help the planet through reuse and recycle as well as to stretch the family budget further, that keeps me motivated.

Do you have a current best-selling product or service?

Our best selling items so far have been gently worn clothing in like-new condition from brands such as Pumpkin Patch, Osh Kosh and LeBon.

For our full interview see: http://www.supportawahp.com/2010/in-the-spotlight-from1mum2another-com.html

Credit goes to Amanda from SupportaWAHP.com who supplied the interview questions.
WAHP stands for Work At Home Parent. SupportaWAHP.com offers the opportunity for WAHPS to network with other WAHP’s while getting wider recognition for their business through advertising via their website and Facebook page. Interested in finding out more? See their website: http://www.supportawahp.com/

Welcome to the From 1 Mum 2 Another Grapevine!

I am very pleased to bring you the From 1 Mum 2 Another Grapevine.  As a new parent I find I am continually keeping an ear out for information, advice, ideas and tips in relation to everyday motherhood issues.  And when I find something that works for me and my family I love to share my newfound knowledge with others who understand and appreciate it.

It is my hope that this blog be a resource for parents that are looking for ways to stay organised, stay sane, and stay within budget.  I offer an open invitation for you to share your own tips, opinions and stories with our From 1 Mum 2 Another community.  Send your grapevine gossip to us anytime via the contact page on our website at http://from1mum2another.com/contact.htm

Warm regards,
Jenn