Monthly Archives: May 2011

Confessions Of An Extended Breastfeeder


Something struck me today. I am an extended breastfeeder. While this might not come as a massive surprise to some, it did to me. Primarily because my daughter is not yet 20 months old, and I always assumed I would breastfeed for the WHO recommended 2 years – that’s 24 months. In my mind, there’s… more

Smart Trike Recliner Review And Competition


What does an AP parent, who doesn’t like a pushchair, and has a child that hates it, do when out and about? Of course, baby wearing is one option – definitely the best choice we made when Ameli was born, for both colic and for the calmest baby I could have asked for. But, now… more

Foraging For Food: Crystalized Lavender


We moved into a new house this week, and when I say it’s been mayhem and madness, I’m not joking. I’ve spent five days unpacking boxes, and it feels like I’ve barely made a dent. I’m sure it’ll all come together in one smooth motion but till then, I’ve had little to no time for… more

We Made The Finals And Need Your Vote


So remember a few weeks ago I asked you to nominate us for the MADS award in the Inspirational Category? Well, it seems you did, because I was shortlisted! I am so grateful! It’s a very exciting thing to find your name on a list as chosen by the people who read these pages, and… more

Pic Of The Week – 20-52


It was my friend Gloria’s babyshower this weekend past, so I’ve been working on this Memory Box Bouquet for her. The box itself is to be kept as the baby’s memory box, and the little ‘roses’ below are baby items – around 30 baby clothes, mittens, hats and so on. There are a few fake… more

I Had A Perfect Birth – Now I’m Scared Of Trying Again


You hear birth horror stories all the time. Terrible pain, terrible doctors, lack of respect, loss of dignity. It all seems synonymous with childbirth these days, and from birth to birth trauma  to birth rape, the range of experiences mothers go through are as varied as the mothers themselves, and the babies they birth. From… more

Little Jet Setters Grab And Go Review And Competition


We’ve done a huge amount of travelling with Ameli. By her first birthday, she’d been to 13 countries, and we’ve managed to get together a good few tips for travelling with a baby. Today’s giveaway is a very interesting concept in travel preparation and according to its manufacturers is everything you need to make travel… more

Foraging For Food – Ramson (Wild Garlic) Scones


While savoury scones aren’t very common in England, they are among my favourite ‘snacks’.  These are actually meant to be popped in the oven with a medley of chopped vegetables, but are equally good on their own, with a little butter. more

Diddy Diaper Nappy Giveaway


  For our final giveaway for Real Nappy Week, Green Mums has on offer two Diddy Diapers for one of our readers. more

Friday Favourites – Competitions And Discounts For Cloth Nappy Week


Since I shared some of my favourite cloth nappy posts with you yesterday, today I want to share some of the competitions and special offers around the web for real nappies – now is really the best time of the year to top up your supply, or to start out as there are so many… more


Since I shared some of my favourite cloth nappy posts with you yesterday, today I want to share some of the competitions and special offers around the web for real nappies – now is really the best time of the year to top up your supply, or to start out as there are so many discounts and specials on offer.
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