9 Ways To Create A Rod For Your Own Back

Nobody wants to create a rod for their own back. Ugh God forbid your children actually grow up to feel safe and well attached to their parents. What kind of world would that be? The downside to creating a rod for your own back is your child or baby MAY be a happy and content …

Thanks For The Advice But I Won’t Leave My Baby To Cry

I think most of us have a well meaning family member or friend who tries to dish out their unsolicited advice. It's funnier when they don't even have children and they try to tell you that picking your child up when they're upset will lead to them being a spoilt little shit and they will …

Mozzarella, Olive and Parsley Snack Bites Ideal For Baby Led Weaning Or Finger Food Snacks For Toddlers And Babies (And Adults!)

I love making Freddie (and I!) yummy snacks and I'm always trying new things. I thought I'd share with you our latest invention.   What you'll need: 2 sheets of filo pastry 1 egg 8 slices of mozzarella (or more if you like) A handful of olives A handful of parsley 2 tablespoons of tomato …

Things I No Longer Believe About Parenting

Before I was pregnant, before I even fathomed the idea of looking after a human spawn, I used to think that parenting was a walk in the park. I used to see toddlers and children throwing tantrums in public and think '*ugh* Why can't parents just control their kid?' Now, I look at the parent …

10 Things I Love About My Baby

*DISCLAIMER, the word 'cute' features in this blog post a lot* I love my baby. That's probably a good thing, right? I mean, there's a lot of things that make us good-parent material, and I'd say loving your child is probably up there in the top 10, at least. There are so many things that …

Why The Phrase Should Be Happy Baby Happy Mummy

Ever heard of the phrase 'happy mummy, happy baby'? Of course you have. This phrase was originally created to help mommas who were suffering with post natal illnesses (or any mental health illnesses in fact), because its true; if mum is depressed or mentally ill then it is likely that the baby will pick up …

Is He A Good Baby?

Well, apart from the fact that he has an ASBO and goes out drinking every night, yeah he's alright. I flipping hate this question, is he good? What does this mean? How can a baby not be good? 'Oh, I meant does he sleep well at night?' Ooooh of course! I forgot, a baby who …

5 Favourite BLW Snacks

The amazing thing about Baby Led Weaning is that our babies can eat what we have as long as your diet is varied and mostly healthy there shouldn't be an issue. Obviously, honey should be avoided for the first year of their life however unless there are any known allergies in your family then you …