I can't word this better myself. This is so important for new mum's to understand.
Come on Mama!Ā
Ugh. If something stresses me out, it's getting the brood out of the house. No. Really. As soon as we all need to leave as a family, I can feel the stress levels rising. Leaving the house just with the toddler is relatively stress free, but, add husband and teen to the mix, and it... Continue Reading →
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Breastfeeding Open Letter
Can we please get this seen, heard, read - it matters! It's not about breastmilk vs formula, bressure, mummy wars or whatever else you might think. It's about huge cuts to spending that are leading to women & children being failed by the system. The people who signed this letter are experts. Why aren't the... Continue Reading →
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The Dark Side Of Mama
"I must shout less" I hear myself say it. The little angel on my shoulder claps with glee. Yes! Shout less she says. You'll be happier. Shouting makes me miserable. Yet still I do it. I do it all the time. Every time I hear myself shout, I hate myself a little more. The shouting isn't... Continue Reading →
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Sentimental ClutterĀ
A few weeks ago, I started my journey to become a domestic goddess. This was mostly aided by 3 exciting new toys. A carpet cleaner, a steam cleaner and a humble little book (the life changing magic of tidying by Marie Kondo, or KM) intended to inspire me to declutter the house. Never did I imagine... Continue Reading →
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Day 20
Randomly the other day, I chose to donate to a strangers charity page. This stranger has a mutual friend who had shared his JustGiving link. The stranger in question is running the London Marathon to raise funds for children with Cancer. His story resonated with me, and as a mother and brain tumour survivor I felt compelled to donate.
In return, amongst all the donations this gent has already received, he dedicated his training run the next day to myself.
It’s the small things in this world that give you a happy feeling. Paul. Thank you!
Best of luck for your marathon!
Zx
Zoe, I donāt know you, never met you, but I am so very thankful for your support in trying to raise much needed funds ā and awareness ā for the charity Children with Cancer. And for sharing your story with me (in short). Thank you, this is your run!
After what felt like ruining just about every joint and muscle in my body over the last few days, climaxing in yesterdayās 19k run, I was convinced I would find and use just about any excuse to NOT run today. But what do you know. I woke up feeling great, not too stiff, and quite rested and up for the weeks worth of work, training and other unexpected curve balls life might have in store this week. So come lunchtime I was actually liking the idea of hitting the Thames Walk eastwards, a clear sky and warm temperature, and a casualā¦
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#Bressure?Ā
Does the recent report about the benefits of breastfeeding put pressure on mums? http://www.itv.com/news/2016-01-29/increased-breastfeeding-could-prevent-thousands-of-child-deaths-study-claims/ Just scroll down till you see it. Personally. I say no. Stating facts about BF is simply that. A statement of facts. It's not there to pressurise. It's there to inform! Breastfeeding is tough. That's for sure. The best thing anyone... Continue Reading →
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Domestic goddess; Pupa
This week hopefully marks the beginning of a turning point in the general cleanliness and day to day running of the household. I've had 3 very exciting deliveries: 1) Vax Carpet cleaner. 2) Vax steam mop/cleaner 3) The life changing magic of tidying- Marie Kondo The house isn't a disaster by any means. We're... Continue Reading →
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A reflection on parentingĀ
Day 10 already! thank you for popping over from Mummy Fever. I hope you are enjoying our #12daysofparenting festive hop! With 2015 coming to an end, I thought I would reflect on the year, and mostly, reflect on being a parent, and what parenting is; how it is compared to how I thought it would be.... Continue Reading →
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Christmas CoutureĀ
Day eight of #12daysofparenting! Christmas jumper day!! Welcome to those of you landing from Monkey and MouseĀ I hope you are enjoying the chain of festive knits! Have fun browsing our family snaps from this year and last! Today's sponsor is Cuddle Dry, who are giving away a Cuddle Deer. More details of the grand prize... Continue Reading →
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