REAL AND HONEST PARENTING
When our children become unwell, by even a common virus, we worry. My son, who turned two recently, and who has rarely been ill, had a virus and developed a rash. The first thing we did was to check the common symptoms of measles and rubella. But the rash disappeared under glass, and it was... Continue Reading →
During this unprecedented time, I wanted to do something positive and put focus on something other than bad news, so I decided it was a good time to potty train my two-and-a-half-year-old son. My husband and I have attempted to potty train him before, but literally gave up in a matter of hours after pee... Continue Reading →
For the last two weeks, people have been selfishly stockpiling and hoarding products due to the coronavirus outbreak. It has been almost impossible to find anything in the supermarkets, beginning with pasta and loo roll, now fresh fruit and veg. When I first saw the empty shelves of Sainburys last week, I literally just wanted... Continue Reading →
In a time of negative news, I want to give you my followers and those just passing by, some hope and perspective. We live in a world with 7.7 billion people, globally there are approximately 205,000 cases of coronavirus (as of 18th March), and more than 82,000 people have recovered from coronavirus. There have been... Continue Reading →
Hi all, the below was some advice sent to me about the coronavirus. Please see the below. From a young researcher who had been transferred from Shenzhen to Wuhan to collaborate with the task force that is fighting the coronavirus pandemic, we receive and share this information, which describes exactly what the virus is, how... Continue Reading →
Today we will lay you to rest, and I feel so heart broken that we have lost you. I know I didn't see you as often as I should, and I'm sorry I wasn't a better niece. I wish I had spent more time with you, not just in the last few months, but when... Continue Reading →
A while ago I posted asking what you'd like to hear about, and I was asked about what parenting challenges I have experienced and how I have overcome them or attempting to overcome them. This is basically the foundation of my blog, and there have been MANY challenges in my parenting journey, and still continues... Continue Reading →
It's Christmas eve! I cannot believe it's the festive season. This year has past incredibly fast. My son has developed and grown so much, and I cannot believe the things his learnt (including bad words 🙈). His got the funniest little personality, and he is also so sweet and polite, saying his pleases and thank yous.... Continue Reading →
I'm sorry that I haven't posted for a while. I've been through a lot of ups and downs lately, my health hasn't been great and honestly, I haven't really felt like writing. I was even in two minds about writing this, let alone posting it. I'm the girl with the smile on her face, the... Continue Reading →
Happy Halloween to all! My candy bowl is full, and pumpkins on display. Whatever you are doing today, staying in to hand out candy, trick or treating with the kids or a bit of both, enjoy.
