It seems like every paper or magazine we pick up these days the word obesity is there. It’s hard to ignore but at the same time it’s written about so much we’ve become immune to it. We are so bombarded with bad news and negative articles about our lifestyle and health that we seem to… Continue reading CHILDHOOD OBESITY
Self care really is vital for new mums so why, if we even take just a five-minute nap, do we feel guilty and label ourselves the ‘worst mum in the world’? After giving birth, most of us leave hospital thinking we have turned into Superwoman. We put so much pressure on ourselves as women —… Continue reading WHY SELF CARE IS VITAL FOR NEW MUMS
I have to admit, one of my favourite parts of being pregnant was a dramatically increased bra size. They grew big quickly and I found myself in an alien place buying a bra that wasn’t padded or indeed push up. The experience of pregnancy is different for everyone and whether you experience a… Continue reading THE IMPORTANCE OF GOOD MATERNITY LINGERIE
There is nothing more heartbreaking than dropping your child off and seeing them upset. Over the past few weeks I have been talking to so many parents about how bad they feel about leaving them and going to work. There are so many arguments out there about childcare. What’s right and what’s wrong and at… Continue reading HAS YOUR CHILD SETTLED INTO SCHOOL YET?
Excited??? Just a little bit. I am honoured to be asked to judge the awards and be in such good company. My fellow judges taking on the challenge for the first time are: As newcomers we will be joining forces with two of last year’s judges to create the ultimate panel! So as you can… Continue reading SLOW TOY AWARDS IN ASSOCIATION WITH JOHN LEWIS
I never actually thought the day would come where I would be begging James not to be so helpful. I took the washing in for mum yesterday and he had a full force tantrum because he wanted to do it for Nana. He also wants to dress himself, which is great except it usually means… Continue reading TODDLER TALES IN VIP MAGAZINE August 21st
Q: My baby is 4 weeks old and covered in what looks like acne. I’ve heard its milk spots. Is this normal and what can I do? I can remember clear as day when James got milk spots. His poor little face was covered and as usual I panicked. I soon learnt (after… Continue reading DOES YOUR BABY HAVE MILK SPOTS OR MILIA…
Q: I’m so tired since the arrival of my baby and I’ve heard you talk about the benefits of a good diet. Can you share some tips? You’ve spent the past nine months looking after yourself better than ever before. When the baby arrives nearly all new Mums tend to neglect themselves as all… Continue reading TOP 3 TIPS FOR NUTRITION AND ENERGY POST BIRTH
Outdoor Summer Hazards AS PRINTED IN THE DAILY MAIL: The sun is out; whoops it’s gone again!! Well welcome to the Irish Summer. But on a positive note getting your babies and kids outside is so important. James ate everything in sight so everything was a hazard including pebbles, barbecues, poison berries, water and… Continue reading 8 TOP TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR BABIES AND TODDLERS SAFE IN THE GARDEN
