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Failing
I have been told that I am struggling because of my mental health, that it is a product of post natal depression. But is it? I feel like this not just because of mental illness or because I find things more difficult than anyone else. I feel like it is because looking after small children is genuinely hard.
No one is talking about how hard it actually is. New mothers are set up to fail, we are told we can have it all, we are told that we should be doing 1, 2 and 3, by a, b and c. We are questioned constantly on things like our ability to get our children to be able to sleep. With probing busy bodies indicating that the scale of sleepiness to wide awake is directly related to your baby or your parenting skills.
Are we forced to believe that we are struggling when we are not? When actually we are doing a bloody good job, it is just that hard. Society and the dishonest portrayal of motherhood in the media is making new mums believe that they are not coping and that they are doing something wrong.
Maternal mental health is extremely important and I am a huge advocate of supporting families and being open on mental health. I cannot help but think that maybe if women and men were more aware of how tough it can sometimes be with a new baby, the mental health of families would be more protected.
Read the full article over on Facebook, link in bio.
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Featuring @totheloomandback
I love Easter, it is my favourite time of year. A lovely long weekend and time with the family, without the stress and pressure of Christmas. Also sometimes if you are really lucky the sun is out too.
Last week we went on an adventure to #heatonpark we had ice cream and a brew in the cafe, it was so good to be out exploring as a family.
I carried Delilah in the @soulslings AseemA which is probably the most comfortable carrier that I have ever tried. It is with Nikki from @dancelikeamother at the moment, so I can get a review from her ladies too.
We kept nice and snug in our wonderful @boba hoodie, from at @slumberroo. This is fast becoming my favourite item of clothing, it is smart, cosy and fast.
What are you up to this Easter?
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This one is for you @goingonanadventureblog
✨I Z M I✨
I absolutely love the @izmi_baby Toddler Carrier, it is the perfect size for Delilah and I found it extremely comfortable. I can sometimes struggle with straps that cross at the back due to the shape of my body, but I had no difficulties with these at all. The straps are really wide and spread over your shoulders to distribute the weight well. The waist band is padded and offers good support, I also really like the dual adjustable straps that help to get a really nice fit.
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✨Daddy✨
Cass is all about Daddy at the moment, he asks for Daddy when he is not around, cries when Daddy goes to work and it is only Daddy who can do bedtime. I absolutely love the amazing relationship that they have together, it makes me so happy.
Daddy was away for a few days last week and I was starting to worry about how Cass was going to cope, or rather how I was going to cope.
The time together did us the world of good and I feel like our old bond is back. We went on a long walk to the sweet shop, stayed up late watching Peppa Pig, had a tea party in the play house and even did some cooking together.
Daddy is home again now and I am back to being second best, Cass even told me to go to work so that Daddy could stay at home. Toddlers hey?!
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This Maggie @sleepy_nico toddler carrier carrier is kindly on loan from @slingspot
#Repost @south_essex_slings with @get_repost
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We had a lovely sling meet today at Barleylands. ⠀
Saw lots of lovely faces, I finally got to try a real newborn in the @nekoslings switch carrier (the pink and yellow one) It fits fantastically well. This baby is 3 weeks old, she’s also pictured in the @hanababyuk stretchy wrap too. ⠀
First time our new @mamarugababy zebulo carrier has been used too, baby had a lovely long nap in there. ⠀
We’ve also been doing a lot of breastfeeding reassurance today. ⠀
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If you’d like to find a sling to carry your child in, you can find us in Stanford-Le-Hope this Friday. ⠀
I Also offer quick fitting sessions in Laindon - 20mins for £10 and 1:1 consultations (1.5hrs) from £30. ⠀
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It has been a while since we had a good yawn picture!
Teething strikes, I think or a cold, or wind or... something’s not quite right anyway. Who knows?! My poor little Delilah, she is just not herself at the moment, she is so sad and drooly and has an awful cough.
There is going to lots of slingy cuddles in our house this week, even more than usual.
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Featuring @luna_cocoon
✨Happy Sunday✨
May your coffee be hot and your toddlers be calm!
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Featuring @firespiral
It is that time of the week again... Handwoven Wednesday!
Today I have something really special for you from @tisserande.gillback, this wrap is 100% silk and has been kindly loaned to me from @holly_wrapsody_stothard.
Look out for my full review later on Facebook!
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HAPPY SATURDAY
The sun is shining and we were out in the garden by 8.30am this morning What is everyone up to this morning?
This stunning woven is by @bijoubabywearing keep your eyes peeled for my review and a really special #giveaway coming soon ♥️ #babywearing #bijoubabywearing #babywearingmama #babywearingftw #babywearinglove #babywearingdad #babywearingfamily #toddlerwearing #wearallthetoddlers #carrythem #keepthemclose #babywearingmatters #carryingmatters #breastfeeding #breastfeedingmama #slingconsultant #slinglibrarian #slingsinsalford #salfordslings #salfordslinglibrary #theslinglibrary #manchestermum #attachmentparenting #attachment #brilliantbabywearingbusiness #howtodressamama #ourbabywearingdays @howtodressamama