Shifting Gears
So this is what a career change feels like. It’s eery. I’m happy. Ecstatic. But iffy. There’s this gorgeous fear in the depths of my
So this is what a career change feels like. It’s eery. I’m happy. Ecstatic. But iffy. There’s this gorgeous fear in the depths of my
This is a win. For Women’s Rights. For Parents Rights. For Human Rights. For taking a step back and realising the human need to bond and recuperate after a life altering event. It is time to celebrate that Mothers in Pakistan are now able to breathe a little easier.
Weaning is what’s been on my mind for a little over six months and I Research. Like. A lot. Here’s an article I found particularly helpful and surprisingly eye opening on many counts.
I don’t have to quit being a gentle parent to wean.
I can’t say this enough how my child has changed me for the better. I don’t say motherhood has changed me because I honestly believe it is my child’s individual personality that is changing things about me more than the routine motherhood stuff. Or IS there a run of the mill motherhood gig at all? I think it’s a unicorn waiting to be sighted. Each one a unique one.
The age old banter turns ugly left, right and centre. Why? Why the need to prove someone else is wrong? As long as they aren’t jeopardising their child’s life (and no, formula doesn’t do that. Please. Stop. It does have repercussions on health. It doesn’t kill a child) steer clear. My take on what is best.
The other day I picked up a book and my husband’s eyes widened in surprise. No more than 3 seconds later my baby raced over with the twinkliest eyes ever, throwing herself on the book in my lap. Tears blurring my vision, I put it back in the shelf.
Here’s a jump that I never ever thought I’d make. Some balm for my aching heart that crazily missed reading books around the clock pre-baby
To keep on doing what works and leaving behind what doesn’t. For ourselves, for the child we raise and shape with every single move we make. 10 things I want to do in 2019. I always modify based on change in needs and wants but as long as I’m following my heart, the resolve to love thyself stands tallest.
We love Insta Hashtag Following. Do you? Here’s a fun piece with a surprisingly solemn message at the end.
Nothing spells chaos like having a baby. Except that baby growing into a toddler. As often as we run to Google everything, here are a few ways we can optimise that frantic attempt. Some method to the madness. Not promising much but only some.
I know it has to end but I don’t know when and that makes my heart sink. Breastfeeding is not just important for the baby. It’s important for the mum too. Takes two to wean.