Recently many parents have been eagerly awaiting the news to see if their child had been accepted into the school of their choice. Some parents have been happy with the place offered, some have been annoyed and frustrated. But what we need to remember is that it is the start of a very scary journey… Continue reading Being a toddler in a scary world.
Probably one of the biggest challenges a parent has to face, the moment your child has an almighty meltdown while you’re in the presence of the general public. It takes a parent all their willpower not to lose their shit, as they feel the stares of strangers watching, judging and tutting. Just the other day… Continue reading Dealing with tantrums in public
1. On the rare occasion that you wear make up, you almost always forget to take it off. Then the next morning, you just top it up again. Anything is better than looking like a zombie. 2. You can go over a week without washing your hair. It’s just easier to shove it up in… Continue reading Confessions of a mother
Not everyone is successful when it comes to breastfeeding, I wasn’t with Colby. I also didn’t receive much support and wasn’t aware of what support was actually out there. This time round I was determined to breastfeed, even if I only managed a month. My determination made me feel a lot more confident and when… Continue reading Superboobs
There is no better support network than family. I’m exceptionally lucky to have very supportive future in-laws as well as my own family too. Pregnancy is the perfect time to build bridges with family and friends. Your priorities change and you have to put your children and future children first. Not everyone is fortunate to… Continue reading Forever family
When planning for a family, most people save money first. My pregnancy with Colby was an unexpected but pleasant surprise. This however meant we didn’t have much time to save as we also had to find a house to live in too. This is where you need to let practicality rule over quality. You don’t… Continue reading Babies on a budget
This is my second born, Darcie Jayne. She was born earlier this year. My pregnancy with her was completely different to how it was with Colby. I had hardly any aches and pains at all. Plus having Colby to run around after helped to keep me fit and healthy. The birth was also the complete… Continue reading Darcie Jayne
This is my first born, Colby Jack. Ever since the get go he has been a handful. I had numerous hospital trips while I was pregnant. A few preterm labour scares which resulted in me having to have steroids to make sure his lungs were well formed if he did decide to make an early… Continue reading Colby Jack
Being Mummy? What does that entail exactly? I tell you what it’s bloody hard work, but oh so worth it. My name is Bethany and I am Mummy to Colby Jack who is 2 and Darcie Jayne who is 10 months. My journey to motherhood has been a bumpy ride. Battling with PND and anxiety,… Continue reading Being Mummy
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