Now that our baby has passed the newborn months my husband and I have had more time to reflect on the experiences we had in late pregnancy and childbirth. One of the things we discussed was our experience of our chosen antenatal course. Unfortunately we believe there are many things about it that need improving. …
Get weaning ready! What to buy for baby’s weaning journey…
I have just started the very exciting (and messy!) weaning journey with my baby who recently turned 6 months. In this blog I will list all the items we have bought to assist the transition to solids! I hope you find it useful and please do comment if you think I have missed a trick …
Top 10 best baby buys for 3-6 months!
Now that my baby is 6 months old, I thought I’d take a look back at some of the things we have bought him (or had gifted) that have gone down a treat! This top ten will be a random mix of generally awesome baby products for babies from 3 to 6 months of age, …
Top 10 best baby buys of 2020 for 0-3 months!
Here I review the best products I have bought (or received) for our baby from birth to 3 months old. It has taken a lot of thought to compile this list. We have so many wonderful things for Isaac and have seen some lovely toys and items bought for other babies too. However, I have …
Potato, onion and sweetcorn fritters – yum!
I am currently dabbling with recipes that should work well when my baby reaches 6 months and we begin the weaning journey. Tonight I took inspiration from a friend and decided to make fritters (somehow I have eaten them plenty of times but never actually made my own!) They were absolutely delicious and I can …
DIY timescales… before baby vs. after baby!
Now that we have a baby (and one that is starting to become mobile at that!) we also want to get loads of house things done! Typical! Although its easier said than done when your number 1 priority is getting pregnant, bear in mind that things take a lot longer and a lot more organisation …
Is your baby hot and bothered?
We are seeing some very warm temperatures currently and with lockdown caging us in it can be extra frustrating and difficult for our little ones to keep cool. I have noticed some changes in Isaac this week. This may be due to us approaching a new leap (see the amazing book ‘Wonder Weeks’ for more …
Easy peasy veggie curry!
An easy and delicious vegetarian curry recipe. With its truly authentic taste, this is a great mid-week meal option the whole family will love! Many of my curries (and other meals) are a result of an accidental pulling together of random ingredients. This was one such occasion and I am pleased to say it worked …
Best sunshades for pushchairs!
It is hot hot hot this week and time to ensure our little ones are comfortable and protected from the heat and sun. Temperatures of 35+ would often shut us inside. However with restrictions on meeting small groups inside we are more likely to be out in the hot weather in order to achieve (some) …
“My baby isn’t doing that?!” The pressure of developmental milestones
My baby is 5 1/2 months old and has very nearly nailed rolling from back to front. He is not at all interested in going the other way! Other things he can do include: sleeping through the night; playing games like peek-a-boo; blowing raspberries; grabbing and holding objects and giggling, smiling and babbling. Despite all …