Parenting and mum life; the less than likely way
We're not usually big on Valentine's Day in our house - yes, we'll do the usual token cards and chocolates but normally it's not something we go big for like Easter or Halloween. However the past year (almost!) has been unlike any other and since we're still in a lockdown we're finding ourselves grasping to [...]
Its hard to believe we're past the halfway mark with baby M number 2. Time sure flies when you're pregnant in a pandemic! Despite the circumstances, I'm determined to learn from past pregnancy and forge some good habits this time round. Now that the morning sickness has subsided and I'm feeling more human (as human [...]
Because, let's face it, it wasn't all bad. And looking at the positives is always more fun than dwelling on the negatives. Here are my 20 good things from 2020: 1. New house We were fortunate enough to be able to sell our flat and move to a house during the autumn. Something which we'd [...]
Its that time of year again, those pesky elves are off their shelves and causing full havoc again. I'm not going to lie, this year I actually planned out a different elf activity in advance for every day in December. This was partly because I'm at my happiest when planning and organising, and partly because [...]
This time last year, I shared a post about all the autumn activities I was excited for us to try as a family. Back then, I had a vision of sharing a similar post each year, adding new experiences to the list as the little man got older and new events popped up. Little did [...]
Our little one started a private nursery at the ripe old age of eight months old, as that was the available childcare for our circumstances at the time of me returning to work. However, whether you're planning for your child to attend nursery as an infant, or from their state-funded place at age three, there [...]
We're a big fan of getting outdoors in our house, whether it's the park, zoo, trails or seasonal activities like fruit or pumpkin picking. Every little helps when it comes to fresh air and exercise, helping a little toddler burn off their energy. I love when we discover new outdoor activities or places to [...]
Loch Lomond Sea Life Centre has been one of Travis's favourite places to go since he was a wee baby. As we live nearby, it's been a handy attraction to explore regularly. Smaller than some of the bigger Merlin aquariums, the experience makes up for whatever the venue lacks in size. The Sea Life Centre [...]
I don't know about you, but since the UK lockdown was announced on 23rd March 2020, I've probably only wore makeup on about 3 occasions since then. Whilst my skin has definitely appreciated the break from the makeup, there's no doubt I look more tired and peely-wally than usual. With nobody to really see me, [...]
I've always been a fan of supporting local businesses and community initiatives and this has only become more important to me during the coronavirus pandemic. With not far to travel and limited options on things to do with or entertain a toddler, local attractions, outdoor spots and community ideas have become a lifeline for us [...]
