‘Your Baby Is Healthy, That’s All That Matters’

Anyone who has suffered with post-birth trauma has probably had this phrase chucked at them along with a handful of other unhelpful and isolating phrases. Yes-ultimately, giving birth to a healthy baby is the main goal, but mum's feelings are incredibly important too. If a mum doesn't get the birth experience she longed for, if …

Things That REALLY Matter Post-Birth

People so often go on about the things that aren't really essential post-birth, they may be helpful and make things slightly easier like bouncers and swings but no one talks about what really matters. They may not be essential to some people but they're all things that have been proved to improve the health and …

5 Ways To Be Discreet Whilst Breastfeeding

We all know that breastfeeding is a shameful and immodest act. I fear that indiscreet breastfeeding will make men uncomfortable as it's hard to ogle over boobs when there's a baby attached. Those poor men. I've written a list of ways to be discreet whilst breastfeeding so we can stop making other people feel uncomfortable. …

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 …

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 …

Our Experience With Tongue Tie

As most of you know I breastfeed my beautiful Freddie, a few of you may  know the challenges I've had feeding him. I'm not writing this for sympathy or recognition but in hopes that maybe another struggling mum will see my story and it will inspire her to carry on and seek help. I've had …