Autumn's Mummy

Pregnancy in a pandemic

Trigger Warning: Miscarriage

My 7 week old son was conceived in early April last year, only a week or two into the first UK lockdown. It was still the very early days of the pandemic. I did have my concerns about having a baby due to what was happening with coronavirus. However, after a couple of months of lockdown things seemed to be much improved in Wuhan, so I assumed that by the time I gave birth things would be a lot better. I was so wrong! Pregnancy is tough at any time, but even more so during a pandemic, as I found out.

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Our Bailey of Bristol Motorhome Adventure

Sponsored Post¦ I’ve found myself daydreaming about going on holiday a lot recently. I suppose that a combination of lockdown and the winter have got me needing some escapism. As a result, I’ve also been reminiscing a lot about the family holidays we’ve been on over the last few years and thinking about what I want us to do when we’re able to. Quite a list has been building in my head. So much so, that a motorhome would be a fantastic idea so that we could cover several areas in one holiday!

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5 Safety Features in Newer Cars

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Collaborative Post¦ Buying a new car is exciting, especially if it’s the car of your dreams. However, when you are buying a car there is more to think about than just how good it looks.

Car accidents are a reality this is why the safety features that are included in a vehicle are so important. If you haven’t bought a car in a while you may not be aware of some of the newest safety features that you should be on the lookout for.

Here’s a look at some safety features you should definitely ask about when purchasing your new car.

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5 reasons why introverts enjoy lockdown

I have always been an introvert. While I enjoy parties and socialising, I really relish my own space. I’m rarely bored in solitude and enjoy lots of activities that people often associate with introversion, such as reading and art. In fact, I’d pondered that I would probably be fine with a hermit lifestyle…until lockdown, that is. I was okay to begin with, but it didn’t take me long to miss talking to people and going places. Nonetheless, there are many merits to lockdown for introverts.

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Keeping Your Kids Healthy Is Easier Than You Realize

Collaborative Post¦ Are you interested in helping your kids and ensuring that they stay healthy? If so, then there’s a lot to consider Every day it seems there’s a new story in the media about problems that are impacting the health of children. However, it could still be easier than you think to protect your child’s wellbeing. Here are some of the key options that you must keep in mind. 

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