Once you are finally out of school and earning real money, on your own, there is so much to celebrate! And your newfound freedom and financial independence should be celebrated. However, it should also be guarded. So many young people are so excited about the here and now that they forget to plan for the…
Are you interested in a music education system? Do you love music and want to introduce it to your children? I think you might be interested in the work of Pomelody. I have always loved music and have quite eclectic tastes. It turns out my youngest son has a passion for music and when we…
Hyperemesis Gravidarum is in the news at the moment following the announcement of the Duchess of Cambridge’s third pregnancy. Although it is terrible that Kate suffers from this condition, it has raised awareness of the health condition which is so much more than bad morning sickness which I hope will lead to more support for…
Pregnancy anxiety is not something that is mentioned regularly but it is something so many mums go through. There is a bit of a conspiracy that says we all have to glow and sail through pregnancy but that is not realistic. Everyone will have their bad days and some will be hit by perinatal illness….
Breastfeeding support online sounds like a very good idea to me so I am pleased to share a new resource with you. An emotive topic Breastfeeding is a topic that can be very emotive. I feel nearly every mum wants to feed their baby in the best possible way. Breastfeeding does not come easily to…
Just a woman or just a mum is something we hear too much of and perhaps especially in our own limiting self-talk. How easy it is to write ourselves off aided by media images of perfection. Let’s resolve right now to stop this self-sabotage. Just a woman If you see me you will see an…
Getting over post-natal depression is possible and I really want women to know that as I know how truly awful the condition can be. I am writing this post to talk about some of the signs of post-natal depression that families, friends and colleagues can look for, I will also highlight some of the tools…
Wendy’s son has Down Syndrome and she kindly agreed to share her celebration of her life with him. What is a human being? NOUN · A man, woman, or child of the species “Homo sapiens” , distinguished from other animals by superior mental development, power of articulate speech, and upright stance. Personally, I believe there…
Self-care tips for mums are useful at any time of year but perhaps particularly during the Summer holidays where there is pressure to keep up with the Joneses and siblings have varying and often conflicting needs and wishes. I asked some mums how they look after themselves at this stressful time of year and I…
21 essential resolutions for new mums come to you from a less than perfect mum who learned some of these lessons the hard way. Take is as it comes 1. I will not have any set ideas about how my parenting journey will turn out 2. I will follow my instincts 3. I will ask…
What are the things that make women inspirational? What makes a woman inspirational will of course vary a little according to the individual concerned. Inspirational is one of those words that is a little intangible and you can bet your bottom dollar that if you tell someone they are inspirational they will argue that they…
Who offers support for bereaved children when a parent or sibling dies? This is a guest post from Phonenix Bereavement Support as part of my promotion of charities for free on my blog during June 2012. Ben* was devastated when his Dad died. It was so sudden. He went out in the morning to work,…
What are the 10 things girls need most? The book title “10 Things Girls Need Most” grabbed my attention straightaway. As soon as I gave birth to my daughterI felt overwhelmed at how I was going to teach her what she needed most to be a strong girl and woman. Regular readers will know how it…
Do you struggle to find stylish clothing for boys? It always seems that fashionable girls’ clothing is so much easier to find. I am lucky that my oldest was not fussed about what he wore for many years and at the grand old age of 16 has just started to show an interest. My boys…
What does it really feel like to be adopted? It’s a question many people carry quietly, especially women navigating identity, belonging and the emotional legacy of adoption. During National Adoption Week, I wanted to share honest reflections from my own experience — the thoughts, feelings and moments that shaped me. Adoption isn’t one story; it’s…