The mum guilt of having a second child in a pandemic

The 4th trimester is a time of adjustment for both mum and baby. Particularly in the earliest days and weeks after Reuben’s arrival, sleep deprivation set in and hormones were flying all over the place. As such, it was probably no wonder that I had more ‘mum guilt’ than ever…and still have too much 3 months in. As parents, so much is expected of us. Yet, the greater problem is probably that we expect so much of ourselves.

4 Ways To Mentally Prepare For Your Big Day!

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Collaborative Post¦ If you’ve never been engaged and have no real idea about what it feels like, then you won’t be aware of the mixed emotions it can bring. On one hand, you’re happy that you’ve finally locked in the person that you care about most in the world. On the other side of the coin, however, you have to deal with the work that will be coming your way. While this isn’t too much of a problem, plenty of brides and grooms like to overthink and take on challenges that might not necessarily be there. 

The good thing is that, while a wedding is a big part of your life, there are so many things you can do to lower the burden and mentally prepare for what’s ahead. If you’re in this particular predicament, then here are a few ideas:

How to Take Care of Your Oral Health

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Collaborative Post¦ Oral health is important there’s no doubt about that. Keeping your gums and teeth healthy is something that you cannot afford not to do. Your oral health can affect your overall health

Teeth and gum problems can lead to a lot of issues not the least of which is your self-confidence and the loss of your teeth.

Oral health problems can lead to speech problems, and this can affect your career and personal life. The best way to prevent these problems from happening is to have a series of best practices that you do in order to keep your teeth healthy.

Bra shopping with a small band size is so stressful!

Ok, bear with me. I’m going to have a bit of a rant today. Why is it that most shops only sell bras from a 32 band onwards, or 30 if you’re very lucky? I’m one of these unfortunate women who always has to fork out a lot for a bra. I’ve never been able to pop into Primark for a nice cheap one and I’m always super limited for choice! For years I’ve been paying £18 at the very least for each bra; it must have cost me a fortune.

The Importance of Repairing or Replacing a Roof

Collaborative Post¦ A roof is important because it protects all that is underneath it, from family members to work colleagues to contents within the building. Of course, people are more important than possessions, but also our insured contents can be irreplaceable in terms of their sentimental value. From a business point of view, it can be very disruptive to have machinery out of action that has resulted from a leaking roof.

So, the decision faces us, do we have our old roof repaired or replaced? A roof constructor such as Phoenix Roofing Company can advise you on the best course of action here. They will assess your roof and see if it is likely to need lots of repairs in the future. In which case, a new roof installation is likely to be your best option. Either way, such a firm will keep your roof well maintained to protect the contents of your property.

Tips For Checking With Yourself And Your Health

Collaborative Post¦ We can often prioritize bad habits over our health, which is of course detrimental. It can be easy to let bad habits slide and focus on what makes us feel good for a small amount of time over what actually can impact our health. If you often feel out of touch with your health or feel you should and could take better care of yourself, then here are some top tips.

Tips For Decorating And Furnishing Your First Home

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Collaborative Post¦ You’ve bought your first house and now all the fun decisions start. How to decorate and furnish!

You know the house has potential, now it is about deciding how to put that personal stamp on it and make it feel homely. You may find that until you really live in the space that you may continue to make changes in relation to what you want. So it can be worth taking your time, knowing your space and lighting so you can decide what will be best and work for you long term. 

To help you with your decorating journey here are some tried and tested pointers

Cycle More as a family with Sudocrem

Sponsored Post¦ Did you know that Sudocrem has been around for 90 years this year? Anyone who has children knows of this staple product and its amazing abilities. From healing nappy rash, to soothing cuts and grazes and helping acne, there are so many uses.  To celebrate their 90th birthday, this Easter Sudocrem are encouraging us to all get on our bikes to help premature baby charity, Ickle Pickles!

Optimizing Your Formal Dress’s Aesthetics and Functionality

Collaborative Post¦ Every formal occasion has its dress code, which creates uniqueness and purpose. However, finding the right outfit for an event can be challenging, especially if you want to make a fashion statement. It sounds fun knowing that you need a matching suit and pants for your company’s product launch event. But not anyone would do; this is where the challenge lies. However, give yourself a break and don’t go over the edge. This guide has you covered on everything you need to know about rocking the perfect outfit for any occasion without breaking a sweat.