Our little chicken is just over 2 weeks old! It has been intense so far. There are so many new challenges in our lives. Both my husband and I are having to learn how to manage these changes personally and as a couple. There is no reading in the world that can prepare you for […]
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Jun
Jun
Father’s Day is celebrated on different dates and in different ways in different parts of the world. The day each country chooses for this holiday depends on each country’s tradition and culture. No matter when or how it is celebrated, it is a day to honour all fathers and parenthood. When Is Father’s Day? In […]
04
Jun
Jun
Our Newest Member Of The Cramond Clan! We are over the moon (poor pun) to announce that our little chicken has arrived safely and almost to plan. A birth plan must be used as a guideline, not a bible. Births are uncontrollable and unpredictable so you must approach with an open mind. I had a […]
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May
May
There is a lot of information out there about breastfeeding. Some of it very contradicting. I am a strong believer that being over-informed is not beneficial. Each baby has different needs and each Health Visitor/Midwife/Doctor will give you different advice. I think we need to follow our instinct and learn the specific needs of our […]
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May
May
Our due date is the 31st of May, but we are fairly certain our little chicken is going to come a bit late. Due dates are a funny thing because there is an open window of approximately 5 weeks around that date in which baby can come. The issue we have is that my mother […]
15
May
May
My husband has been panicking for the last 3 weeks over the hospital bag. I must confess I am an ‘I’ll do that tomorrow’ kind of person. He needs everything organised and if possible a checklist to make sure nothing gets forgotten. There are many lists of what to pack, including those that like to […]
07
May
May
Over the last couple of years, I have been trying to go as natural as possible. Especially in the kitchen. We live in a fast-paced environment and it is easy to fall in the habit of pre-cooked meals. Whilst I do enjoy cooking, sometimes it is easier to just grab a meal deal from one […]
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Apr
Apr
This can be a touchy subject. There is so much expected from women that we are most likely doomed to make the wrong decision. Society expects us to be perfect, but also is quick to criticise every move we make. I feel that if we decide to embrace pain relief we will be seen as […]
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Apr
Apr
As a first-time mum there are many things I need to learn about having a baby. I have had a very easy pregnancy so far. No morning sickness, no heartburn, no SPD, no cravings nor adversity to smells. Some people say that women that have had easy pregnancies will have difficult labours. I am hoping […]
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Apr
Apr
For those that do not know about it, this is a welcome box offered to all babies born in Scotland. The box itself is a place for your wee one to sleep in from birth. It includes a great number of baby basics that you will need during the first couple of months. I am […]