New Years Eve brought around a new tradition. We sat by the fire and scribbled our one hope and wish for the upcoming year. Mine was simple... 'No more hospital trips for my children." Twin girl smiled and stroked my hand reassuring, BB leaned in for a cuddle, Twin boy sat up as if he had been shot. "I don't think so," he spat. "It's my turn for a hospital break." Clearly the … [Read more...]
Jan 12, 2013
Valentines Flowers Giveaway: Win Roses & Wine for Valentines Day….
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*This is now closed: the lucky winner is @motherscuffer please email me your address* I love flowers. My favourite are simple daffodils although I am happy to be wooed by a sunflower or a rose. Sadly, feel free to say awwww in compassionate tones here, I don't get them very often, except for when I buy them myself (more awwwws are appropriate here.) I am hoping that this … [Read more...]
Jan 10, 2013
A day in the life of a mum with diabetic and DDH kids (and twin boy!)
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2am - Alarm rings like a strangled kitten, awake from sleep in a panic, drool slips from mouth edge and eyes show confusion. Remember I need to test diabetic twin girls bloods. 2.05am - Stumble through pitch black bungalow and locate eldest daughter in bed. Turn on fairy lights above her bed and narrowly avoid her head connecting with my chin as she sits bolt up right and screeches "What. … [Read more...]
Jan 8, 2013
Breastfeeding a toddler ~ Northernmum
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I've surprised myself, I have proven that I change over age and experience can alter opinion. I used to think breastfeeding a toddler was inherently wrong. Seven years ago when sitting by a pool on a sunny Spanish resort I watched with mouth agape when a woman not much older than I lifted her nine month daughter out of her high chair and attached her to her breast. "She's a bit old for … [Read more...]
Jan 8, 2013
Fab Maternity Clothes from Vertbaudet ~ Northernmum
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I have five years between pregnancies and in that time maternity clothes seem to evole rapidly. With the twins I mainly seem to hide my bump in baggy t shirts and towards the end of the pregnancy mainly tents. With BB I enjoyed a little more style and glamour thanks to companies like Vertbaudet. It was in my final pregnancy that I realised when you’re pregnant and dressing for two or … [Read more...]
Jan 6, 2013
Advertorial: 4 Delicious Snacks for Mums on the Run ~ Northernmum
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Todays guest post is fab with some cracking recipes for the few of us who are battling the Christmas pounds.... I can highly recommend the smoothie at the bottom of the post..... The New Year is a great time to embark on a health and fitness regime. You’ve almost definitely noticed the range of women's sportswear now on offer on the high street, telling us that we should be starting a new … [Read more...]
Jan 3, 2013
Advertorial: Teach your Kids about asbestos ~ Northernmum
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As a parent, nothing is more important than the health and safety of our kids. We go through extreme lengths to ensure they are healthy, happy, and thriving. We try to limit their exposure to pesticides and contaminated foods, try to protect them from injuries and try to prevent them from getting any illnesses. Of all the potentially dangerous chemicals and circumstances you shield your kids from, … [Read more...]
Dec 18, 2012
It’s goodbye from me and time to wish…..
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.... a Merry Christmas. It may be early for some but it is starting to get a little manic here... Nativity is tomorrow, and please hold your breath for me around lunchtime when Twin Boy takes to the stage as Joseph and lets all hope to the big man upstairs that no body parts are exposed at this years show. I have fifteen for Christmas dinner, so it is only normal that I spend the next few … [Read more...]
Dec 13, 2012
It’s time to say goodbye…. ~ Northernmum
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As 2012 starts to slowly shuffle around picking up his bits and packing his bags, I find myself biting my fist resisting the urge to help him on his way and shove him out the door. I can see 2013 lingering at the doorway, politely coughing and stamping his feet to try and keep warm. He doesn't want to come too early but he is eager to start the new year. I catch 2013's eye and hold it for … [Read more...]
Dec 12, 2012
Living with Type 1 diabetes – the basics from a mother…. ~ Northernmum
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I am still amazed at the almost obscene amount of knowledge that I have about diabetes floating about in my head. I have much more to learn but feel I have done remarkably well in a short space of time. Six weeks ago I knew Type 1 diabetes was an incurable condition that had something to do with sugar; now I am close to a Mastermind session on it. What causes it? This is an easy one - … [Read more...]
