Sweet and snuggly Baby No. 2 has arrived!
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Have you ever looked at your baby over breakfast and said, "well, what are we going to do today?" Or wished there were more programs on during the week?
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If you've got a young family, you've got more work ahead than others to achieve your goals. However, you've also got more motivation AND in some ways, more opportunities to be healthy! Don’t believe me? Here are some tips on making exercise achievable with a young family.
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The first Christmas was small, poor, humble, messy, and full of wonder, joy, family and friends. Fast forward to today, where things have changed beyond recognition.
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Here are some ideas for making those magic moments with the family, while having a much simpler festive season.
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Every year it seems like Christmas has to be even better than last year - but not this Christmas!
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When I used to talk to people, they'd ask "how are you?". Now they ask, "how are you feeling?".
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Is my toddler naughty or manipulative, or is he just learning boundaries and ‘going through’ a difficult time? Am I supposed to discipline him or be more patient and understanding?
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When given an opportunity to rest, we mamas tend to do one of two things: start going insane, or simply try to avoid it at all costs.
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The one thing never to ask a pregnant lady outright…
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There is so so so much pressure and judgement on parents these days. Let’s name and shame the judgemental and hurtful comments people say and leave them unsaid forevermore!
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I've been noticing this trend all around - kids who get fifteen or twenty minute play time at the park before being hustled back into the car and shooting off somewhere else.
These days mums who choose to 'stay home' instead of seeking paid employment are often seen as an anomaly. I've been asked the same question in various ways:
It's time to put these questions on the "don't ask" (or at least, 'be aware this could be a sensitive issue') list:
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A quick snapshot of what our life is like at the moment. Life with a toddler is different to having a baby because…
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How to buy a gift a new or expecting mum will love.
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If you're into minimalism, you've probably wondered at some point how to avoid your kid being given a heap of gifts you don't want in the house.
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Why oh why is it that new mums never ask for help? Here’s why you should ask for help, and how to help a friend with a newborn even if she doesn’t ask for!
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If you are counting down the weeks until your baby is born, then you've no doubt thought about what giving birth will be like. I find we all fit into one of three categories…
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Here's why I changed my mind about baby showers.
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