This recipe came about because I had a lot of eggs that needed using and left over bits of veg that needed to be eaten after a family dinner party. They are a great source of protein and way of disguising healthy veggies for little ones (and their Papa Bear’s too)! They can be made … Continue reading Rainbow Egg Cups
I realised today that little Bear has been eating solids now for 6 months! Where has the time gone?! Weaning hasn’t always been plain sailing for us, and unfortunately it didn’t help little Bear to gain the weight I hoped he would when he started to drop down the percentiles. I’ve mentioned before that, because … Continue reading Weaning: 6 months on
The pain is real- that can see - Those little pegs fight to be free. Your gums are hard and just so sore A mouth turned red and feeling raw. I wish there was more I could do to help As all through the night you inconsolably yelp. You refuse to nurse your pain away … Continue reading Midnight woes
Bananas. They are such a fantastic fruit and one that little Bear really enjoys which is great as they are an excellent source of vitamin C, calcium and potassium. They also contain tryptophan which can, apparently, help to aid your little ones sleep when mixed with bread or yoghurt. My Oaty Banana Loaf is a … Continue reading Oaty Banana Loaf
Hi Mama Bear! I've been keeping you on your toes this month. I mean, you did say you wanted to get fit and lose a bit more weight before going back to work and, while I know you bought yourself an exercise bike, I figured I'd help things along. Never mind the fact that you're … Continue reading Little Bear’s letter to Mama Bear at almost 10 months old
Blankness. That was all I could see.A sense of nothingness enveloped my mind,Blinded to anything beyond the next second.You feel numb as the despair takes hold.Blaming yourself for everything Wishing you could have done moreTried harder. But it is beyond your control.You are a Failure. At least that is what you tell yourself. The person … Continue reading Footprints
This is our first summer with little Bear and as teachers it is great to have 5 and a half weeks off with him. I'm still on maternity leave but having Papa Bear off for this long stretch has been great. This summer also marks the point where I finish my statutory maternity pay and … Continue reading Days out for less than a tenner
