Tongue tie division and the aftermath

The other week I wrote about how Reuben was surprisingly diagnosed with a posterior tongue tie just before he turned 8 weeks old. I was really worried about taking him for his tongue tie division. Of course, Covid-19 rules meant that my husband couldn’t come in with me for much needed support. Although I’d been assured that it doesn’t really hurt babies and the reason they cry is due to the discomfort of having their mouth held open and poked around, I was still concerned.

4 Pieces Of Technology That Every Mum Needs

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Collaborative Post¦ Despite the incomparable joy it brings, there are many struggles that come along with motherhood. For one thing, you may start to feel as there just isn’t enough time in the day to get through your to-do list, and for every task that you skip, three more make their way onto your list.

As a result, it’s important that you make the most of the tools and resources around you that are designed to make your daily life easier. With that in mind, here are five pieces of technology that every mum needs to introduce to their everyday life! 

Redecorating on any budget

Collaborative Post¦ When we think of redecorating, the first thought is about the amount it’s going to cost – which is enough to put anybody off starting! Thankfully, no matter your budget, there are ways that you can redecorate your house and make it feel more like your home. In this article, we’ve looked at our top tips to redecorating on any budget to give you some inspo.

Why a garden room is the perfect addition to your garden

Collaborative Post¦ A garden room is a beautiful outbuilding situated in your garden, with glazing on the side letting lots of light in. They’re a perfect addition to your garden and are a good way to create more usable indoor space. It can be a much more practical and affordable option than having an extension! The potential uses are endless. Let’s take a look at 10 reasons why you should consider getting one:

3 Signs It’s Time to Get a New Car

Collaborative Post¦ Research has shown that people are starting to keep their vehicles longer than ever before. Some people just don’t want to buy a new one, others are more interested in maintaining their current car than having to go through the hassle of buying something else. 

But, no vehicle lasts forever. No matter how well you take care of it, there are some things you should be aware of if you’re really paying attention to your vehicle. It could be trying to tell you something.

By noticing some of the signs that it’s time to consider getting a different car, you might still be able to sell your current car and make some money from it. But, if you wait too long until your car starts causing problems, you might end up putting more money into it than it’s really worth. 

So, what signs should look for that might indicate it’s time to get a new vehicle? 

The 10 commandments of breastfeeding

When it comes to feeding a child, every parent knows there are things you must have in place first whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding. If you forget something, you’re likely to regret it for the rest of the feed. It’s even worse if you get nap trapped after they’re finished!

The other day, I finally managed to boob Reuben to sleep after hours of him being a bit grouchy. He slept in my arms while I did some writing and caught up on admin tasks. The thing was, I forgot to get myself a fresh glass of water before I fed him. He slept in my arms for hours and I made the most of it. However, I couldn’t stop looking up at that empty glass, feeling increasingly thirstier as the minutes ticked by. It got me thinking about all the things we need to have in place before breastfeeding. Being a bit tired and dehydrated, for some reason I started thinking about it in a 10 commandments kind of context. So without further ado, here are my tongue in cheek 10 commandments of breastfeeding:

4 Ways to Improve Your Gaming

Collaborative Post¦  Online gaming is a growing pastime. It provides challenge, excitement, and a variety of games to enjoy. With a range of eSports and other games to choose from, there is nothing that can stop you from being entertained. Providers such as VamosGG are supplying these challenging games which can be streamed for all to enjoy, young or old. This article will look at ways we can get the most out of our gaming. Tips to help us to achieve the best scores and enjoy doing it.