Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “Growing up”
It feels like ages since I have written a post about Baby. She is changing daily and so I wanted to share a glimpse of the little girl she is right now. She’s not quite three and a half, yet she’s desperate to be a grown up. So much has happened recently and she surprises me constantly at her …
Baby has always been a wonderful mix of tomboy and princess. I’m sure it is a lot to do with how I dress her, I combine lots of pretty dresses or frilly skirts with Doc Martins or high top trainers; much better for running around in. She adores her cars and toolbox, as much as she loves her cuddly toys …
Last Friday, Baby went to her first ballet class and we were so lucky to have a couple of her friends enrolled in the same class. The girls have known each other since they were four months old and are the very best of friends. It always seems strange that, as a group, we have gone from chatting and drinking tea while we …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Every six months I write to Baby. I post the letters here, but I also write them out by hand, seal them in an envelope and keep them until she is at an age when she might appreciate them. Dear Baby, On the 12th August 2012, we found out that we were expecting you. All that time waiting, hoping, agonising, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
For me, an exciting part of motherhood is watching your child learn to talk. The babbled sounds gradually becoming more recognisable words, is such a wonderful feeling. Needless to say, it also helps communication a great deal! Baby is 21 months old and has about 40 words, some of which are clearer than others. She has started to link two words …
Having children makes you appreciate the simple things in life, a hot cup of tea and a private trip to the bathroom are my own personal favourites. Having children also gives you an excuse to enjoy simple moments that otherwise would pass you by. Baby and I go to the park quite a lot, she loves it so much and we both need …
Baby turned 21 months old today. She is getting so grown up now and is so tall (like Mummy and Daddy). Her personality flourishes a little more each month. She gets feistier, brighter, funnier and has comedy timing that belies her age. Sometimes it is hard to be the sensible Mummy! Every day she makes me so frustrated I could …
On a recent trip to the park I was snapping away and it struck me that as our children grow up they experience inevitable changes. One being their physical appearance. While people may bear a resemblance to their childhood self, those childish features disappear. As I looked at our daughters beautiful face, I wanted to freeze time and remember her, …
Today our little girl turns 16 months old, she is no longer my little baby, but an inquisitive, all action toddler. So this month, her walking has turned to running and occasionally her version of skipping, which is really cute. She is very confident on her feet and can ‘do’ stairs! She adores other children and will often sit mesmerised …
