I actually can’t believe that I am writing this blog post. But. I AM PREGNANT! I cannot believe it. It’s been months of keeping the fact we were trying for a baby quiet then as soon as we open up and start talking it happens. I cannot see this as a coincidence. I genuinely believe…
Feeling pregnant?
After 2 years of no contraception and over 4 months now since trying properly- I feel different today. I feel pregnant. But is it that my brain wants a baby so much that I have convinced myself? I feel tired, nauseous and I can’t sleep! It’s 3 days before I can test but I might…
Trying to conceive – why is it not working straight away?
If you’ve landed on this page it’s because of two reasons. You are trying for a baby and it’s not quite happened yet or you follow along on our little journey. Either way, thanks for reading! When begining this blog piece, it filled me with such emotion that I cried. A mix of happy and…
How to implement self care as a new mum: 5 easy steps
Self-care is very important at any stage of your life, but even more so when you become a mother. Everyone has a different experience of motherhood, but one thing we need to have in common is to make self-care essential. This isn’t always the case, in fact sometimes we can be made to feel bad…
Coping with the physical side after birth: Taking care of yourself when you are a new parent
When you become a parent your whole life changes. As a mother you are handed this brand new little bundle of love, whilst physically and emotionally changed. Whether you have given birth vaginally or via c section, you are going through some massive physical changes and you need to give your body that time to…
How to parent as a millennial. Not really a guide at all.
Growing up, I had a very traditional (read old) way of thinking what parenting looked like. The mother, father, one boy one girl and a fluffy little Yorkshire terrier, or something or that size to pet whilst sipping your red wine after the kids bedtime. That the mother was married to the father and they…
What to look for in a pushchair when you are a first time mum
When I think back to what I wanted out of a pushchair, as a first time mother, it honestly makes me laugh. I had no idea. Saying that- how are you supposed to know what to look for in a pushchair if you have never used one before? Actually, I don’t think it even comes…
Autumn love and style with Joe Browns
In the past I have worked with several brands who I love. I have a long relationship with most, and always either use, have used or have recently found but love. I share with you these only and not the rubbish ones because I find that most helpful. I prefer to hear which ones are…
The Northern Blog Awards: What is it really like?
Welcome back! It has been such an emotional few weeks, with both Mike and I winning at The Northern Blog Awards. Since we have posted about it, we have both had loads of messages asking about the awards, so here is a little blog to give you the full run down of the night. Firstly,…
How do I get my baby to sleep? The famous words of a mother #ad
I know that those words will strike a chord with most mums. In particular, first time mums. I remember thinking that my first baby was broken, like I had a baby who just hated sleep! She wasn’t, of course. She was however a very VERY colicky baby, with terrible silent reflux. We had tried everything,…