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A Letter to my Pregnant Self
If you were to write a letter to yourself when pregnant with your first child, what would you say? What tips would you give a first time mum? I'll tell you!
Category / Pregnancy
The Essential Hospital Bag Packing List
My essential hospital bag packing list covers everything you need in a maternity bag. Get it ready because you never know when you'll need it! Free downloadable checklist.
When the Baby is Napping…
My advice on what to do when the baby is napping. Spoilers, "sleep when the baby sleeps" is a load of rubbish! And don't even think about doing the housework...
ITP – Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura – and Pregnancy
Some information from my experiences with ITP - Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura - which I've had for 10 years, and changed my birth plan & pregnancy.
Bringing a newborn home with a dog
Bringing home a newborn home with a dog doesn't need to be scary or stressful! Lots of hints and tips here for making a smooth transition to a bigger, happier family.
Every birth experience is valid
This is the story of Susan, who had a physically easy birth but suffers from postnatal PTSD. Her example highlights how every birth experience is valid.
My Brief Breastfeeding Journey
My breastfeeding journey only lasted 4 weeks but this is my story. I'm writing this to help myself move on, but also to help any other women struggling.
5 Things you should do on Maternity Leave
Make maternity leave fun, boost your self confidence and get to eat cake with these five things you should do on maternity leave.
Five Must Have FREE Apps for Parenting
Five incredible must have apps for parenting. Available on both iOS and Android, these apps are FREE. You need them in your life!
My Sepsis Story – The Silent Killer
In April I contracted Sepsis after giving birth to my son. It is a serious and extremely deadly condition that I hope to increase awareness of.
Hi there! I’m Christy. I’m a mum of one rambunctious toddler from Cardiff, South Wales.
I’m here to share my family journey and help find answers to the parenting problems we’re all facing. I want to help you make small changes that give big, positive differences.
I’m all about making family life easier, bringing you practical life hacks, information and guides that every single mum and dad can integrate into their lives.
