Being away from your breastfed child overnight – things to pack
I work from home, and neither of my babies would take a bottle very successfully, so I find myself with little reason to express. So when I DO need…
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Extended breastfeeding. Starting the weaning process.
This post is half about Arlo’s obsession with routine, and half about extended breastfeeding. I could have split this into two posts, but as the two things are most definitely…
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Where to buy colourful children’s clothes for boys and girls
Looking for colourful children’s clothes for both boys and girls? Fed up of dinosaurs and cars for boys or pink impractical clothes for girls? You’ve come to the right place…
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Six sure-fire present ideas for a three year old
Apart from a couple of obvious big ticket items, (like bikes and scooters) I always get a bit stumped when it comes to present ideas for Arlo. A year is…
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Review: LeapFrog Read with Me Scout
LeapFrog’s Read with Me is designed to inspire early readers. Arlo chooses a book by pressing the corresponding colour on Scout’s collar, and then follows Scout’s prompts to turn the…
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How to make your own baby food (guest post)
This post contains sponsored guest content. I can’t believe it’s almost time to start gently introducing Rory to weaning. Food-caked floors and babies – oh yes. Purees, baby led weaning,…
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Does a three year old need a birthday party?
For Arlo’s first birthday, we had a big party / naming day at my mum’s house. But that was more for us. Our first baby was turning one – for…
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14 Best Books to Prepare Your Child for Preschool (2026)
Starting preschool is a huge milestone for both children and parents. These carefully selected books will help ease the transition and build excitement for this new adventure. As a…
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Potty Training: 10 things I’ve learned
1. Potty training is not always something that is done and dusted within a week. It could take a month, three months, six months. 2. Don’t be disheartened by accidents,…
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