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As I dash across the field the rays of the sun glisten off the droplets on my sweating brow. I've been running, kicking and managed to score a few goals, but I can feel the sweat dripping off my face, my arms, everywhere. It's hot. My body is getting more and more tired, sluggish, fatigue... Continue Reading →
The 26th of July started like any other day. We woke up, got dressed and took our two girls to school. Like any normal day. But it wasn't. After dropping them off we made our way to the hospital. I was on my way to my third C-section (second planned). Yet, it felt like just... Continue Reading →
Mom Guilt - the guilt that comes with the feeling that you should've done something but didn't or shouldn't have missed that milestone. Or maybe you should've been a little more patient. Maybe you could've been better, given better, did more. Read more about the Monster Named Mom Guilt. At one time or another as... Continue Reading →
I tried to rush through peak traffic to get to my daughter's school. I was already late and there was an accident. I snailed my way through the congestion and watched as each minute went by. Try as I might I would not make it there in time. I felt it again, the mom guilt.... Continue Reading →
It's been almost 6 years since I first held you in my arms. You were everything. But I knew nothing. The prettiest cot and cutest outfit were all prepared but I was not. All the books and blogs could not prepare me for you. Not knowing what to do. But, I learned every day. I... Continue Reading →
I love to take and post beautiful pics of myself and my family, which leads many people to remark on how I 'make it look easy' or they will ask if I'm ever tired, some have even said I could only be having baby number 3 cause I've had it easy. But, in all honesty... Continue Reading →
Some kids love to read. They will easily pick up a book and get lost in a fairy tale world. But there are many kids who seem to have no interest in reading at all. With so many distractions it can be very difficult to motivate a child with no interest or desire to read.... Continue Reading →
Many people do babymoons and maybe we will still have the chance to do one but if not a special weekend away with the kids will be a much-needed break. But, if you've ever travelled with young kids, you'll know it's not much of a break...
The number one parenting topic Googled around the world is how to be a good parent. Parenting is tough and the biggest responsibility given to men and women. It is something many people can't wait to experience but once you become a parent you quickly realise that although it is a huge blessing it is... Continue Reading →
We had celebrated all the firsts but didn't realise that not long after there'd be so many lasts.
Too Much of a Kid Thing 