Parenting
What Causes Heartburn In Pregnancy?
Heartburn has plagued me in all 3 of my pregnancies in varying degrees. I don't know about you but that annoying acid burning sensation creeps up from the back of the throat and always...
Parenting
Why Is Breastfeeding So Good For Mums
You may already be aware I've been fortunate enough to breastfeed both my children, with varying degrees of success. If you'd like to find out how this old cow got on, you can catch...
Parenting
Breastfeeding: Getting Off To A Good Start
I'm practically touching the finishing line at 38 weeks pregnant and this is the best I've felt in over 7 months. I just need to deliver a healthy baby (and Mum!) and I'm hoping the mantra...
Parenting
37 Weeks Pregnant and Full Term
This week I became 37 weeks pregnant. Woohoo! Doing the Full Term Pregnancy Shuffle right now! There have been times when I have really worried about getting this far. I've had a tough time...
Parenting
Will Breastfeeding Ever Be The Number 1 Feeding Choice For Babies In The Western World?
I was horrified to read the story this week published by the Nottingham Evening Post about the woman who was allegedly asked to leave Sports Direct for breastfeeding her child. How is it that...
Parenting
My Breastfeeding Story – A Happy Ending for an Old Cow
'Right', I thought. 'I've done this before, this will be a doddle.' That was how I entered my breast feeding relationship with my second child, Princess.
I breast fed my son for six months. It...
Parenting
How To Help Your Children Be Happy
As a parent the thing I want most for all of my children is to be happy. I don't mind how they get there and I'll support whatever path they wish to take, but...
Parenting
Pregnancy Update: Week 35
Right! It's the home straight, as hard as this pregnancy has been the end is very much in sight. I need to shake all this worry and anxiety off, as it won't help for...