The Family Blog
DIY Bluebell Photoshoots in Gloucestershire
Where to find bluebells in Gloucestershire There are lots of places in Gloucestershire where you can discover swathes of bluebells. Check out this article from SoGlos for the best places to see bluebells in Gloucestershire. Our most local area to see bluebells is in...
Our Fun Easter Egg Hunt Idea
When I became a parent, there were two traditions that I knew I wanted to carry on from my childhood: our Christmas tradition (more on that another time) and our fun Easter egg hunt tradition which is absolutely suitable for kids of all ages. It makes the day a whole...
Today was my due date
It was around a year ago that my husband and I started trying for a baby. I fell pregnant fairly quickly, at least compared to the year that it took us to conceive Oliver. But as I got excited about the future and what our life would look like come the end of March...
3 Easy Methods to Help Prepare Your Child for the Clocks Going Forward
Yet again we are coming up to this time of year when the clocks are moved forward one hour which means one hour less to sleep. It is one of those things that parents dread, as changing times means changing children’s sleep schedules. Though, this time round it should...
3 Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gifts for Every Budget 2021
We all know how important Mother's Day is to us mums. (And if you haven't realised that yet, take note!) Becoming a mother is a huge moment in life and it absolutely deserves to be celebrated. (Don't worry Dads, you'll get your time!) Whether you're buying for your...
The Elephant in the Room About my Pregnancy Collages
It’s time for me to address the elephant in the room when it comes to my pregnancy collages. During my first pregnancy, I was excited to capture my changing bump. Every two to three weeks I would set my camera up on a tripod, get dressed in the same clothes as before...
10 Best Baby Led Weaning Foods
Weaning your baby is one of the biggest milestones ..... I've invited Vicky, a paediatric dietician and co-founder of Tots Table to come and speak to us about the best finger foods we can offer to our babies when weaning them. There are two schools of thought when it...
3 Analogies to Help You Understand Grief After The Loss of a Baby
I lost three babies in 2020. And whilst I had lost loved ones in the past, I had never experienced grief in the way that I did after my miscarriages. It's an incredibly painful and confusing time, and you just never know what the next trigger might be. As I write...
Baby classes in Cheltenham and Gloucester: A round up
One of the best things about having a baby is planning all the exciting classes that you (er.. I mean your baby!) get to take part in! Here's a run down of what's available to you in Cheltenham and Gloucester. This blog is updated periodically but if you spot any...
Katie is a lovely person and made me feel totally at ease during my maternity photoshoot, which I was a little apprehensive about! The pictures are gorgeous and something to treasure forever.