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Congratulations! You’ve taken the test and you’re pregnant. So what next? You’ll probably have ordered a load of baby books, claimed your free bounty pack, looked at some cute independent brands for inspiration on newborn outfits and bought the contents of Topshop's maternity line. With the introduction of lockdown due to coronavirus this can send our brain into overdrive. So, have you taken a moment to think about your state of mind?
05 Apr 2020
For some, maternity leave gives them the time they need to realise their career isn’t what they want any longer, some can't wait to get back into the workplace and a job they love, but others loose confidence in their abilities, and wonder how they are going to settle back into their role. On the contrast, many women are used to being mentally stimulated, some are used to working in fast-paced environments and adapting to mat leave can be difficult.
31 Mar 2020
The COVID-19 crisis is a threat to small businesses, so how can you ensure your company survives this uncertain time? We've pulled together some tips for one man bands, sole traders and small firms who are looking to minimise risk, and understand other opportunities that might be available to them during the Coronavirus outbreak.
17 Mar 2020
The word ‘colic’ is often said to parents of a miserable baby. Baby won’t stop crying? Colic. Baby constipated and struggling to poo? Colic. Baby arching his back and writhing around in pain? Colic. How can colic be so easy to diagnose yet every colicky baby seems to have different symptoms, but all have one thing in common.
09 Mar 2020
Have you ever tried to end your kid’s screen time and been met with defiance, anger, outright refusal to co-operate or just been completely ignored? Although screened devices can be a godsend for parents; when eating out, travelling or just busy at home; many of us have first-hand experience of the less attractive; and often out-of-character; behaviours that arise when it’s time to put them away.
29 Feb 2020
My little one has plenty of toys at home, but he will still always prefer to play with things that belong to me. I have recently been researching activities that are great for child development and that are also fun. They are so easy to do, even if you are not in to DIY, plus, you won’t need to spend any money either!
24 Feb 2020
There may come a time when you want to finish breastfeeding your little one. Not every baby takes to bottle feeding straightaway, so how do you start to introduce a bottle to a breastfed baby? In this blog we share some top tips when transitioning from breastfeeding to bottle feeding.
14 Feb 2020
A food allergy is when the immune system overreacts to a food protein that would normally be harmless, and can cause a wide range of different symptoms affecting skin, breathing, digestion and more. Food allergies are on the rise across the western world. Here in the UK an estimated 5-8% of children have at least one diagnosed food allergy.
07 Feb 2020
Ever feel like you’re overwhelmed? That maybe a stupid question in the world we live in…. especially if you’re a working mum! No matter how much we’re a time management ninja or productivity queen, we all get overwhelmed from time to time.
06 Feb 2020
Sleep training or the way I approach it is sleep coaching, is a very hotly debated topic. Advocates and opponents have set up camp on opposing sides with what looks like, no middle ground. I truly believe there is a middle ground and my mission is to prove that.
06 Feb 2020
As both a parent and a business owner, your time is in high demand. From the minute you wake up, to the minute you go to sleep, your children will need something and your work to-do list keeps expanding. It’s natural to worry that running your business is taking too much time away from your kids, or that caring for your child means you aren’t putting enough time into your business.
03 Feb 2020
“Baby number 2 is due in the next few weeks and the thought of how I’m going to cope is freaking me out.” It’s scary, and can sometimes feel overwhelming, the thought of adding a new baby in to your life (especially when your hormones are raging!).
01 Feb 2020
I hear the term “regression” used in regards to just about every imaginable circumstance. If baby doesn’t sleep well for a couple of nights, parents start dropping the ‘R’ word. Some people subscribe to the idea that there’s an eight month regression, a 9 month regression, a 1 year regression, as well as teething regressions, growth spurt regressions, and so on.
30 Jan 2020
Potty training is not a phrase I especially like! I prefer to see the role of a parent or caregiver as supporting the child as they acquire this new skill rather than ‘training’ them. There are many books on the market ‘teaching’ parents to potty train their child and the internet is flooded with advice, however the most important tip I can give you is to respect your child as the, unique, individual, wonderful little human being that they are.
29 Jan 2020
Ask any working mum and one of the hardest things about combining work and motherhood is often the lack of time. We can feel under siege with competing demands, obligations and distractions. Too many of us are rushing through each jam-packed day and falling into bed feeling like we’ve not even scratched the surface of our mental and physical load.
28 Jan 2020
Think about all the prep you are planning to do, or have been doing for the arrival of your little baby.... now think of exercising as prepping your body for that time too! Becoming pregnant instantly makes you want to do the right things for your growing baby.
28 Jan 2020
So why can’t you get your little one to sleep? What’s wrong with you as a mum? Why can everyone else do it and not you? It must be because you’re a rubbish mum. WRONG!! And here are the reasons why...
26 Jan 2020
Since giving birth to my kids, I have totally neglected myself. I mean, come on, the kids and the house have already taken up all my energy, where would I get the energy to even take care of myself? People told me to sleep whenever my kids are taking a nap BUT the problem is while they are napping, that's the BEST time to clean up; when no kids are running amok in the house!
26 Jan 2020
Being parents can be beyond overwhelming and when suffering with PND or anxiety it can become all consuming and you may feel like no one can help you. Here are a few self help strategies to get through the day.
18 Jan 2020
In this article Alexandra; a certified Infant Sleep Consultant, shares her top baby sleep tips alphabetically from A-Z. Following these sleep related tips could help you and your baby sleep better and longer!
17 Jan 2020
Katie Finch, shares her advice to small business owners that want to get their business noticed online. It’s tough going at it alone but so rewarding knowing that everything you’re doing to promote, grow and deliver you products or services to customers, is taking you one step closer to building a successful business that meets your goals.
05 Jan 2020
In this article l'll be reviewing the Baby Sensory Christmas party that we went to a couple of weeks ago. We have been going to Baby Sensory sessions every week since Theo was 9 weeks old. We have really enjoyed the sessions and feel like they have seriously helped with Theo’s development, and they've also helped me come up with exciting activities to do with Theo at home!
18 Dec 2019
I know the most common ‘problem’ reported to me by parents is frequent nighthawking’s, we can deal with anything if we can get some sleep at night, we expect sleep to be broken in the newborn stage but months or years of broken sleep can really take its toll on the whole family.
01 Dec 2019
Find the best bargains across all of your favourite retailers for baby products over Black Friday Weekend this year, and where to bag all the best deals and money off discounts.
27 Nov 2019
As a mum to 2 small people and a 3rd on the way I know first hand how expensive raising a child can be especially in this modern age when we are sold to from the minute we open our eyes. But fear not, play is something that we can do for free with a child, using the things around us and making do with what we’ve got. Our little ones imaginations will soon do the rest.
16 Oct 2019
Here are our top 4 ways you can save money and find lots of bargains on baby, toddler and childrens items! Save a fortune AND make some extra cash selling toys, clothes or equipment that your little ones no longer uses.
06 Oct 2019
Are you pregnant? Have you been tested for Strep B? If not go and get a test. Group B Streptococcus is a type of bacterium also known as GBS, Group B strep, or Streptococcus agalactiae.
01 Sep 2019
It’s time to bring baby home, and you’ve got a feeling you might need a helping hand through this parenthood malarkey! We’ll were here to help…..here are some genuinely useful accessories and products that have been given the seal of approval by parents.
24 Aug 2019
We've rounded up some of our favourite parenting podcasts to listen to in 2019. Whether you're into unfiltered opinions, nitty and gritty celebrity interviews or friendly mum chats, we've picked our top 3 just for you!
06 Aug 2019
When you become a mum or dad for this first time you are not going to be an expert on all things baby related. However, there are ways you can feel supported throughout your parenthood journey, and all at the touch of a button.
04 Aug 2019
