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Motherhood

When mamma has to self-isolate

I am settled in to start writing. It’s Saturday, late morning, I’m in my bedroom and the door is closed. I put on some instrumental music and I lower the volume. And then I turn it up because I remember there is no need for me to be on alert, no reason to listen out for the kids and to worry about having to stop what I’m doing to to break up a fight or get someone a snack or make lunch. I am a mother of three and I am self-isolating due to testing positive to Covid a couple of days ago. As a result, for the next few days I will no longer be needed by anyone and that is the weirdest sensation I have ever experienced, one that subsequently brought up many thoughts.

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The best gifts you could give an expectant mother

You’re at a stage in your life where everybody around you seems to be getting pregnant or having babies. This means that you need to stay on top of your game when it comes to giving gifts. There are so many stages when it comes to preparing for motherhood and you can play an important role to your nearest and dearest by always keeping their best interests in mind. First time mothers can often be overwhelmed when it comes to creating gift lists for their friends and family, so these ideas should spark some inspiration for you.

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4 important tasks to achieve before your baby arrives

You’re likely looking forward to the day you can finally welcome your newborn home. However, you also know that there’s a lot to get done and tackle during your pregnancy and before your due date.

If you’re a first-time parent then you probably have a lot of questions going through your mind about what to prepare and be doing. Learn more about four important tasks to complete before your baby arrives so you’re ready when the time comes to have your child.

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5 ideas to teach kids about responsibility

Bringing up children isn’t easy, kids don’t naturally always make the right choices, and so they often need a little education. If you want to teach your children about responsibility, there are lots of simple ways that you can do this.

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10 years of being a mamma

10 years ago I became a mother. My body, mind and soul completely transformed. 10 years ago I was reborn. Today, on this special day I wanted to write a letter to that young woman who sat in a hospital bed rocking her baby and singing Bob Marley’s Three Little Birds through tears and sobs, to the scared mamma who had no idea if she could carry the responsibilities and services she had witnessed others doing so well.

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