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A Big Thank You

This blog has changed a great deal since I began writing in Spring 2015.  What started as a reflection on my postnatal depression recovery, and a journal of my remaining struggles, as since grown into…

Posted in Blogging, Lifestyle, Peer Support 135 Comments November 30, 2016January 1, 2017 by Laura

An Elf For Christmas

I’ll admit, I’ve never considered buying one of the elf advent products because, frankly, I find the elves a little creepy, plus trying to think of different mischief to get them into each day felt…

Posted in Reviews 0 comments November 25, 2016 by Laura

Advent Activity Jar

Since Caterpillar and I enjoy crafty things and baking I’ve decided to bite the bullet this year and do an advent activity jar.  I admit, I may live to regret this even by day five…

Posted in Caterpillar Corner, Lifestyle, Motherhood 5 Comments November 23, 2016November 22, 2016 by Laura

A Beginner’s Guide To Card Making

I’m not arty.  Let’s just get that out there.  Creative, yes, in terms of writing.  But artistic ability?  Put it this way, my three year old can draw better stick figures than me.  But an…

Posted in Lifestyle, Reviews, Self-care 23 Comments November 18, 2016November 28, 2018 by Laura

Malteser & Honeycomb Cheesecake

One of the best things about being a grown up and having your own family is starting your own traditions, and this cheesecake has started to become one of these.  And not just at Christmas…

Posted in Recipe Round-up 8 Comments November 14, 2016November 21, 2016 by Laura

Get Into The Halloween Spirit This Half Term (Plus KidzCreative Activity Pack Giveaway)

Like many special occassions, Halloween is suddenly much more fun now Caterpillar is around. He went trick or treating for the first time last year and loved it so we’re planning on going again. The…

Posted in Brand/Sponsored, Giveaways, Holidays/days out, Motherhood, Reviews 5 Comments October 23, 2016November 1, 2016 by Laura

A Thank You Note To Hands-On Dads

The indignant, modern woman in me is frowning at the title of this post because in our modern times shouldn’t ALL men automatically be sharing the childcare responsibilities equally? Why does the phrase ‘hands-on dad’…

Posted in Relationships 25 Comments June 16, 2016July 19, 2016 by Laura

To All The Mothers

Take a moment to realise just how bloody awesome you are. How many nightfeeds have you done? How many times have you found the energy for one more round of Wheels on the Bus when…

Posted in Motherhood 16 Comments March 6, 2016July 19, 2016 by Laura

Five Tips For Managing Anxiety & Depression During The Holiday Period

One of the worst things about Postnatal Depression is that it’s a period of depression during a time when society expects you to be at your happiest. Similarly, dealing with any depression or mental health…

Posted in Anxiety 41 Comments December 8, 2015August 30, 2018 by Laura

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