As a stay at home mum, I’m often asked, lots of questions about what I do and my future plans. It’s an odd conversation. I’m amazed by what people think. Here we go: So, are you eventually going to go back to work? (This question often comes with a constipated look of confusion, as to why I’m still at home). …
I’m here
I have had a very colourful medical past but have never experienced, the full gravitas, of the Ambulance. Unfortunately, since my daughter’s arrival, I have hopped aboard these fine vehicles twice. Last week my little girl was very poorly. Two GP visits, a 111 call and a 999 ambulance dash, pretty much summarised my week. My princess had a cold, …
The Moisture Impasse
It’s common knowledge that once your baby starts nursery and/or pre-school, they will be subjected to germs. I saw this first hand during my nursery tours. They were all amazing facilities, with fully qualified staff, taking care of gorgeous babies and hilarious toddlers. I walked around each one with a single thought in my head ‘For the love of God …
Nursery Time
After much debate, my husband and I, have decided to let our daughter go to a nursery. Only for one morning a week, starting officially in January. After researching the local area, checking Ofsted reports and food options – we selected our place. They offered free taster sessions, so children can be eased into their nursery routine gently. This was …
High Chair Drama
I thought weaning my child from formula to cow’s milk was tough. Nothing prepared me for the tears and tantrums, that would occur, with the introduction of solid foods. Oh the tears I have cried. I’m surprised I still have teeth left, considering the amount of time, I grind and grit them every day. ‘And even though a cookie may …
One and done?
As my daughter is fast approaching 18 months of age, the baby question has resurfaced. So, are you going to have another? I really wanted to be standing with both feet firmly in one camp here. I wanted to be clear and have no doubts. The truth is, we are still undecided. Neither myself or my husband, are overwhelmed with …
Mama say, Mama Do
When I was pregnant I definitely did not fit the profile of a relaxed earth mother. I was not a hot mess, I was a neurotic one. I wanted my pregnancy to be a 9 month holiday from my mental flapping. Unfortunately my tightly wound brain took the red pill and off down the rabbit hole I went. I …
Directions to the Village
All the baby books, online forums and movies did not prepare me for one thing. The Village. It’s an African proverb that states: It takes a Village to raise a child. Beautiful. What if you don’t have that Village. What if you thought you had it but your new arrival signalled a mass exodus. Or maybe it was never there …
Mummy and Baby Groups
Something I shunned for months as I hated the thought of them. I had horrible visions of bitchy groups of women moaning about their lives and judging other mothers. Some of my friends shared their bad experiences with me while others encouraged me to go as a way of getting out and socialising. So with an open mind, I put on …
Maternity Leave
Finally an extended break from work. Time to get your head around being a parent and embrace and enjoy the monumental change that has just occurred in your life. A time to catch up with your friends and family now that you are no longer a slave to your 40-50 hour working week. A time for your parents to rejoice …