We know that your first Mother's day - either as a bump or with a new baby - is just that “extra” bit special, so we have been looking at wonderful ways that your partners / friends / family can help you celebrate and acknowledge...
Be Bold for Change As we celebrate International Women’s Day I wondered do mums have a role to play in “closing the gender gap”? The day originated in the early 1900’s to celebrate the achievements of women, socially, economically and politically - and calls women to protest...
Is lent relevant for families that are non religious? It’s pancake day - one of my children’s favourite days in the calendar. As I walked downstairs this morning all three of my boys have individually checked that I will be doing pancakes for them this evening -...
“Experience is what you have right after the moment you needed it” This is a favourite saying from a friend of mine who’s known for his pithy one-liners. I think it fits well for labour. We were as well prepared for the labour as I think you...
Today is Random Act of Kindness Day! - an opportunity to show acts of generosity or caring to friends, family and strangers alike - to inspire hope and generosity around the world. The Birmingham Mail suggests simple acts such as giving up your seat on the bus...
Did you buy your partner a gift for Valentines or are you planning some time together in, perhaps using some of Sallyann suggestions in her previous blog? A couple of years ago I used to fret on “special days” over what gifts to buy for my...
Grandma’s Gift When I was around 7 years old, I went on my first ever “sleep-over” to my Grandparents house. Freedom without my mum, dad or brother - just time alone for me to be the centre of attention - and I LOVED it and became...
Baby carrying - is it just for a “certain type” of parent?? Yes - absolutely - it is for the EVERY ONE OF YOU type of parent /grandparents / aunties / uncles ...
At around 6 months (or possibly earlier) you may want to start a bedtime routine that includes reading a story to help your child settle to sleep. This is believed to help with their communication, memory and vocal skills as well as being a “set point”...
The primary role of a doula is often to support a birth partner - which in turn frees them up to support the laboring mum. How does that work? Well firstly, partners often REALLY worried about seeing someone they love in pain, and being unable to...