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I love commiting to memory as much as Baby’s childhood as I can. Part of the reason I love this blog so much is that it gives me a vehicle to do just that. To remember silly things she has done, cute things she has said or how we felt about our lives at certain points in time. For as …
There was time when Baby was first born, and for a good few months after, that she seemed to live on me. She would have her milk lying on me, sleep lying on me and be comforted whilst lying on me. It was frustrating at times; even going for a wee was difficult. For months I ate all my meals …
Sending Baby to pre school was a huge decision for me. I say me, as Mr Hubby has always been more practical and since Baby was two weeks old, he has been leaving her every day to go to work. So being without her was never the same to him as it was to me. The thought of leaving our daughter with …
When Baby was first born the thought of taking her anywhere by myself was, quite frankly, terrifying! Obviously with a little time and experience the thought becomes less scary, but I can still remember when I was invited to a London blogging event a year or so ago and I decided to accept and take Baby along. I was still …
Somehow last Monday lunch time we started potty training. I needed to change Baby’s nappy and she was being silly running away from me. So I asked if she wanted me to get the potty and she agreed. Although we are Huggies Pull Ups ambassadors and have had the potty knocking around for a while now, something was preventing me getting on …
A couple of weeks ago Baby and I took a special trip. We went to the tack shop to buy her very first riding clothes. For someone who has ridden all her life and has been very heavily involved with horses, this moment was so special and although the lighting and quality of these pictures isn’t great, I wanted to …
Blogging is amazing. Blogging can bring so many wonderful things into your life, but without a shadow of a doubt, the best thing to have happened to me since I started blogging is the wonderful friendships I have made. I have met so many amazing people since my blogging journey started and I am lucky to have met one of the …
On the hottest day in July on record, more than 250 youngsters from Warwickshire schools were ‘running free’ in Royal Leamington Spa, as part of a Bridgestone sponsored charity event to promote healthy lifestyles amongst children. Edmondscote Athletics Stadium in Leamington was packed with pupils of all ages to take part in the Kids Run Free organisation’s second-ever Festival of Running and …
A couple of weeks ago was a momentous day in Baby’s little life; it was her first sports day. For weeks, at pre school, they have been practicing. She has become obsessed with racing and she even crouches down to get the best possible start. She has started doing her stretches, which is the cutest sight to behold and we …
Baby is in a really odd phase at the moment; on one hand she is such hard work and seems to have tantrums at the drop of a hat; but on the other hand she is so helpful to others. Whether it is taking water to her little friends, giving them back their dropped toys or helping mummy and daddy, she just seems …
I don’t know about your kids, but Baby has a lot of toys. When we are out and about, I always seem to be tempted to buy her a little something. Last week we met our friends Z and D, who we haven’t seen for a couple of weeks and it reminded me that none of this ‘stuff’ is really that …
There are moments in parenthood when you catch yourself wondering how much longer you have; how much longer before this moment passes forever. For me, one such moment is Baby’s bedtime bottle. We have a little routine, which we stick to 99% of the time. Mr Hubby gets in from work and gives Baby her dinner, then he gets her …
Motherhood is full of moments that make you swell with pride. When your little baby first rolls over, their first smiles and their first steps. As they get older the changes seem to happen in quick succession, often with a few things developing at the same time. I remember Baby taking a few months to find her feet, then she …
Ever since we came back from our family holiday in Cornwall, germs have been lurking in our house. Mr Hubby and Baby were ill on our return and although it seemed to let up a little, the feeling of being off colour remained with us. Two weeks ago Mr Hubby developed a sickness bug and just as he was coming out the …
One of the most amazing things about being a parent, for me, is how rapidly your child develops. There are some periods of time when it seems mental and physical development holds no bounds, which can sometimes take you by surprise. A couple of months ago Baby had never tried to ride a scooter. She was given one for her …
Anyone with toddlers will know that they can be complex little characters. Their thoughts and opinions can change rapidly and often without much consideration for common sense. A few months ago Baby developed an irrational fear of walking in certain places, one of which being our local nature walk. Until this point we often enjoyed country walks together, but all …
Last Wednesday Baby started pre school and I have no idea how we are at this stage already. She turned two at the end of March and there were a few reasons why we decided that she should start at this age. Primarily, she loves to interact with other children and although she sees her little friends most weeks, pre school …
Bridgestone has teamed up with road safety charity Brake to reduce speed around homes, schools and shops to 20mph, it was revealed. In the run up to the UK general election on May 7, through its GO20 campaign, Brake is calling on all parties to commit to a 20mph default urban speed limit as the best way to protect children …
This parenting lark is easy, said no parent EVER! I haven’t really posted an update on Baby for a while now, I seem to have stopped doing my monthly ones, although I will still write to her every six months. So how have things been? Well if I am honest, really difficult at times. Baby is confident, feisty, intelligent, active, …
Last week we met our friends for a picnic in the park; the first picnic of 2015! It felt like a momentous occasion. We have survived winter, the layers of clothes, dealing with muddy, soaking wet, freezing toddlers when they refuse to wear hats/gloves and then proceed to fall in puddles. The week before we had met the same friends in …
On the Sunday before Baby turned two, we were invited to Longleat Safari Park in Wiltshire. Mr Hubby and I have been to Longleat a couple of times before, but we were very excited to see what Baby thought. It was great to have Baby’s Aunty come with us too. Unfortunately, we were not blessed with good weather as you will see …
Before Baby came into our lives, I worked in a vets practice and ended up rescuing two dogs, who were destined to be put down. The dogs went everywhere with me; to the horses, to work and if I am honest they were substitute babies. So when the real baby came along, it was quite a difficult time for all …
Baby adores climbing and standing on things. Even if an object only gives her half an inch more height, she still wants to stand on it. In her bedroom she has a little kiddy step positioned by the window. Each time we go upstairs, she makes a bee-line for her vantage point. She loves looking out of the window and watching …
I have a fabulous giveaway for you today courtesy of the wonderful people at Skatehut. One lucky winner will receive a Globber My Free Scooter (any scooter under £55). Available in six difference colours Designed for the youngest riders, My Free is ideal to develop balance and help your child learn to ride and master the scooter, with its low …
Over the past two years, Baby has acquired lots of teddies and cuddly toys. When she was a baby she never had a comforter, or a toy she took to bed with her. There was no stand out best friend. As she has got older, she has started to interact with her toys much more and now certainly has her favourites. Each …
Being a parent is hard sometimes, you hear people say it is the hardest job you can have. I don’t view it as a job, but have had my share of tough times. Although luckily they are balanced with the wonderful joy, that having a child in your life brings. There is a pressure on parents, especially the stay at home …
Last week, we took a couple of our friends to a blogging event with us. The event didn’t quite go to plan (more on that soon), but after we had taken the kids for a lovely lunch, I suggested we let them blow off some steam, before the journey home. So we walked to the canal side and let them run …
Baby certainly takes after her Mummy in her love of animals. She is captivated as soon as she spots a potential furry friend. As a family, we have visited many animal oriented places on days out, but one of the simplest pleasures for Baby is a trip to the pet shop. Showing the bunny her colouring! She adores it! For her, …
Being a parent means you get to experience lots of wonderful firsts through the eyes of your children. They are all special in their own way, some are dramatic, others more low key, but they are all still equally important. I remember the first time Baby rolled over, pulled herself up, went on a swing; so many wonderful moments that will be …
