I have just heard that Frédérick Leboyer died! I met him once, maybe 10 years ago or more, at a Doula UK weekend retreat. He was very old, and i have to admit that at that time, i thought he was a little bit off the...
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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...
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 -...
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...
When you are pregnant, you might have anticipated that life with a baby is going to be perfect! Just you and your partner snuggling up each day with your newborn, all cute and loving! How romantic!! Yet when the time comes, there is very little...