When I was pregnant, my husband and I would often get asked how many kids we wanted. We had a standard reply: “We’ll just start with one and see how that goes.” Sure, we probably want more than one baby, but we just don’t see the point in telling people what our ‘magic number’ is. So, […]
When a baby arrives unexpectedly early, its parents’ lives are turned completely upside down. All focus (quite rightly) shifts to ensuring that tiny person receives the best care possible and begins to thrive. Any plans parents might have had about the birth and life afterwards are waylaid, and often friends and family are not sure how […]
Baby’s coming! Are you freaking out yet? Whether you’re a first-time mum, or a seasoned pro, we’re pretty sure you’re going to be just fine. There are myriad things you can do to prepare for a baby, some of them useful, some of them a waste of your nesting energy. We’ve polled the mums we know who […]
These pretty paper baubles make a lovely homemade gift for friends and relatives at Christmas time. Add one to the top of each gift for a nice homey touch to your Christmas giving.