Maternity leave in a lockdown really sucks. I ve Maternity leave in a lockdown really sucks. 

I ventured out nearly every day with Pepper and I really made the most of maternity leave. People would joke that P had a better social life than most adults. 

Lunches, brunches, baby classes, day trips, swimming. You name it, we did it over the 13 months we spent together. I loved every single second. But this time it’s just not the same. 

We are almost two months in, I’ve already been dipping back into work and we haven’t even been able to meet up with anyone. It’s so crap. 

Never in a million years did I think that by the time we gave birth I’d still have this time stolen from me. I feel so lucky in so many ways to be in a bubble of four and have her all to myself, but I really am mourning the maternity leave I know I’ll lose this time around. 

Other lockdown mummies, I feel you. This is so shit. 

#lockdownbabies #maternityleave #mumlife #pregnantinapandemic #lockdownlife #motherhood
Indie’s Nursery 🐻 I absolutely adore the gi Indie’s Nursery 🐻 

I absolutely adore the girls rooms in our house. They are the only finished rooms and they are totally different vibes, which I love. 

Indie is in Pepper’s old room and we had only just wallpapered it so I didn’t want to change the paper, but I wanted to make it feel different.

So we moved all of the furniture around, painted the walls a lovely stone colour and gave it a bit more of a boho type feel. And of course, I had to get some pampas in there. 

What do you think? 

#interiors #nursery #childrensbedroom #parenting #mumlife #kidsrooms #babyroom #housedecor
Hi everyone, I’m Gemma 👋 I had quite a few Hi everyone, I’m Gemma 👋 

I had quite a few new followers yesterday after the shares from @tibaandmarl , @lustliving and @freerider.co - thank you - so thought I’d introduce myself. 

I’m Gemma, a Mum to two little girls, Pepper and Indie. Indie was born on the day we went into the current lockdown, so yeah that’s been fun... 

You’ll find me sharing motherhood in an honest, and hopefully inspiring way, on here and also on my blog (link in bio). I am really trying to show mums that you can embrace motherhood, continue to be yourself and still absolutely live your best life. 

I love to travel when we aren’t prisoner at home, eat, shop and throw a party of two. My DM’s are always open and I love to have a good chat. 

I hope you enjoy my content ❤️

Love, Gem x 

#motherhood #mumlife #babyinlockdown #mumofgirls #motherhood #mumclub #parenting #mumblogger #parenthood
Post baby to do list: Mummy MOT ✔️ After feel Post baby to do list: Mummy MOT ✔️

After feeling pretty poorly after having Indie I vowed to give my body a bit more care and attention. So I had a good conversation with my GP about the impact of future pregnancies and I also booked in a mum check with @enlivenhealth 

A Mum check is basically a postpartum MOT. You can go and have her look at any specific issues you might have post baby, or like me, just ask for an all over check to put your mind at ease about how you are recovering. 

I would absolutely recommend going to see Alex and giving your body that in depth check that you just don’t get from anyone else post baby. Our bodies go through such huge changes when we are pregnant and give birth that they deserve all the love and attention we can give them afterwards. ❤️

#mummymot #womenshealth #mumlife #postpartum #postpartumbody #fourthtrimester #motherhood #birth #pregnancy
Indie’s birth story ❤️ I’ve written up I Indie’s birth story ❤️ 

I’ve written up Indie’s blog story and I hope it brings some expecting mums some reassurance that although you may not have the birth you would have hoped for, it can still be a wonderful experience. 

These little lockdown babies are making history ❤️ 

#birthstory #labour #birthduringcovid19 #birthduringapandemic #motherhood #mumlife #newborn #lockdownbaby
Thank god it’s Friday, 2 days off! Oh no wait, Thank god it’s Friday, 2 days off! 

Oh no wait, I’m a parent... 😂

Jokes aside, I am glad it’s Friday as we actually have stuff planned. (Within bloody covid limits anyway!) A soul food sharer from @kingscomfortfood , hopefully a zoom call with my Nan (who I haven’t seen since September!) and a nice walk with a friend and her children. 🥰

I’ve been feeling pretty low this week about not being able to see people and the fact that everyone is missing out on my wonderful girls, so hopefully a nice weekend will cheer me up. 🤞🏼 

Anyone else got weekend plans? 

#lockdownweekends #mumlife #lockdownlife #lockdownbaby
Breastfeeding hack 🤱🏻 I don’t know about Breastfeeding hack 🤱🏻

I don’t know about you but I always find myself prodding my boobs to try and work out which one I fed from last. The one that feels the hardest then wins for the next feed 😂 

So, if that sounds like you too then you might find this hack useful. It’s also a great use for the Mama bracelet that @shannongracedesign and I have teamed up on.

On each feed move your bracelet to the wrist of the breast you are feeding from, then when it’s time for a new feed you know that the empty wrist is the one to feed from this time around. 

You’re welcome 👍🏼

P.S. you can buy the bracelets via the link in @shannongracedesign bio 😉

#breastfeeding #mumhack #mumlife #breastfeedinghack #motherhood #newborn #breastfeedingjourney #breastfeedingmama
We’ve reached the 6 week mark! 🤱🏻 We did We’ve reached the 6 week mark! 🤱🏻

We did it, we made it to the magic number 6! The first 6 weeks is always the hardest and I truly believe if you can make it to this point then you’ve broken through the wall. The cluster feeding, the learning to latch, the getting your head around the on demand nature of feeding, the night feeds, the sleep deprivation and the sore sore nipples, it can all feel like a lot. 

So, for those who need to hear it, YOU ROCK! You are an absolute superhero and when you feel like giving up, remember that. And make sure you reach out for help, lean on your loved ones, and don’t be afraid to make the most of the support that is available. 

My DM’s are always open, we are all in this together. ❤️

#breastfeeding #newborn #fourthtrimester #mumlife #motherhood #lockdownbaby
Do you like yours thick or thin? 😉 Happy Panca Do you like yours thick or thin? 😉

Happy Pancake Day!! 🥞  The big question though, are you a thin crepe kinda family or a big and fluffy family? 

We were always a thin household until I discovered @sophie_etc banana pancake recipe and finally learnt how to make American style pancakes. These are some I made during the first lockdown. I like to call these “the unicorn pancakes” - basically just because they are pink and covered in Sprinkles! 

Who’s making pancakes today? What will yours be like? 

#pancakeday #lockdown2021 #pancakes #breakfast #foodporn #eatandexploremiltonkeynes
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An open letter to a new Mum

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Dear new Mama,

You did it, you absolute rock star.

You birthed a tiny human and they are perfect.

You are amazing.

Now starts the best promotion of your life and your new job is going to be the most rewarding yet. There is lots of training to be done so be prepared to put in the hours, but there is nothing quite like the satisfaction you will receive.

The next few hours, days and weeks are going to be tough, but don’t give up. You are learning on the job and your new baby is learning too. They don’t expect you to know everything on day one, just as they don’t. And as they must learn to breathe, smile, walk and run, you too must learn all the new skills you need to be a Mum.

It’s ok to cry, to feel overwhelmed and scared. But it’s also ok to feel calm, collected and unfazed by this life change. However you feel is perfectly normal for you, and it will change day by day.

Don’t be ashamed to ask for help, you don’t have to do this alone. Being a new Mum can be one of the most love filled experiences of your life, but it can also feel the loneliest of times too. There is support out there, even if you need to seek it from outside your friends and family. But do lean on people you love, don’t worry about those you don’t and just take in every second of bonding with that beautiful new baby in your arms.

Don't forget that feeding is feeding and as long as your baby eats, then don’t beat yourself up about how they take it. Breast is best if it’s what’s best for you but if it’s not then that’s ok too. Your baby needs you to be happy and calm and however you make that happen is what is right for you both. Don’t feel pressured by anyone to do anything and just take each day as it comes. Feeding isn’t an easy journey and every day is new, remember your little one is learning too.

Don’t be afraid to say no.

Say no to people visiting, to people holding the baby, to negative advice or unhelpful criticism. Those first few days and weeks are a bubble you will never get back, so keep it positive. After all, it’s your baby and you want to do things your way.

Go out, get fresh air and enjoy it.

Even if it’s just a walk around the block, getting outside can be a miracle cure for those early stage baby blues and sleep deprivation. You are strong and you are in control, this is your baby and you know what you are doing. And if something goes wrong when you head out; the baby cries, the buggy won't open, just take a moment, remember thousands of parents have been here before and carry on. Nobody is judging you, other mums will likely remember the struggle and give you a reassuring smile or some help.

But most of all, remember that this time doesn’t last forever.

The sleep deprivation, the hormone imbalance, the tears, the anxiety, it all passes. But so do the baby snuggles, the squishy faces, the private moments in the middle of the night whilst they feed, the baby smell and the oxytocin, so cherish them and make them last as long as you can.

You are fantastic and you are a Mum, there is no greater achievement.

Every day is a new start and every moment is a new memory, enjoy every single one.

Love from,

Another new Mama

x

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Maternity leave in a lockdown really sucks. I ve Maternity leave in a lockdown really sucks. 

I ventured out nearly every day with Pepper and I really made the most of maternity leave. People would joke that P had a better social life than most adults. 

Lunches, brunches, baby classes, day trips, swimming. You name it, we did it over the 13 months we spent together. I loved every single second. But this time it’s just not the same. 

We are almost two months in, I’ve already been dipping back into work and we haven’t even been able to meet up with anyone. It’s so crap. 

Never in a million years did I think that by the time we gave birth I’d still have this time stolen from me. I feel so lucky in so many ways to be in a bubble of four and have her all to myself, but I really am mourning the maternity leave I know I’ll lose this time around. 

Other lockdown mummies, I feel you. This is so shit. 

#lockdownbabies #maternityleave #mumlife #pregnantinapandemic #lockdownlife #motherhood
Indie’s Nursery 🐻 I absolutely adore the gi Indie’s Nursery 🐻 

I absolutely adore the girls rooms in our house. They are the only finished rooms and they are totally different vibes, which I love. 

Indie is in Pepper’s old room and we had only just wallpapered it so I didn’t want to change the paper, but I wanted to make it feel different.

So we moved all of the furniture around, painted the walls a lovely stone colour and gave it a bit more of a boho type feel. And of course, I had to get some pampas in there. 

What do you think? 

#interiors #nursery #childrensbedroom #parenting #mumlife #kidsrooms #babyroom #housedecor
Hi everyone, I’m Gemma 👋 I had quite a few Hi everyone, I’m Gemma 👋 

I had quite a few new followers yesterday after the shares from @tibaandmarl , @lustliving and @freerider.co - thank you - so thought I’d introduce myself. 

I’m Gemma, a Mum to two little girls, Pepper and Indie. Indie was born on the day we went into the current lockdown, so yeah that’s been fun... 

You’ll find me sharing motherhood in an honest, and hopefully inspiring way, on here and also on my blog (link in bio). I am really trying to show mums that you can embrace motherhood, continue to be yourself and still absolutely live your best life. 

I love to travel when we aren’t prisoner at home, eat, shop and throw a party of two. My DM’s are always open and I love to have a good chat. 

I hope you enjoy my content ❤️

Love, Gem x 

#motherhood #mumlife #babyinlockdown #mumofgirls #motherhood #mumclub #parenting #mumblogger #parenthood
Post baby to do list: Mummy MOT ✔️ After feel Post baby to do list: Mummy MOT ✔️

After feeling pretty poorly after having Indie I vowed to give my body a bit more care and attention. So I had a good conversation with my GP about the impact of future pregnancies and I also booked in a mum check with @enlivenhealth 

A Mum check is basically a postpartum MOT. You can go and have her look at any specific issues you might have post baby, or like me, just ask for an all over check to put your mind at ease about how you are recovering. 

I would absolutely recommend going to see Alex and giving your body that in depth check that you just don’t get from anyone else post baby. Our bodies go through such huge changes when we are pregnant and give birth that they deserve all the love and attention we can give them afterwards. ❤️

#mummymot #womenshealth #mumlife #postpartum #postpartumbody #fourthtrimester #motherhood #birth #pregnancy
Indie’s birth story ❤️ I’ve written up I Indie’s birth story ❤️ 

I’ve written up Indie’s blog story and I hope it brings some expecting mums some reassurance that although you may not have the birth you would have hoped for, it can still be a wonderful experience. 

These little lockdown babies are making history ❤️ 

#birthstory #labour #birthduringcovid19 #birthduringapandemic #motherhood #mumlife #newborn #lockdownbaby
Thank god it’s Friday, 2 days off! Oh no wait, Thank god it’s Friday, 2 days off! 

Oh no wait, I’m a parent... 😂

Jokes aside, I am glad it’s Friday as we actually have stuff planned. (Within bloody covid limits anyway!) A soul food sharer from @kingscomfortfood , hopefully a zoom call with my Nan (who I haven’t seen since September!) and a nice walk with a friend and her children. 🥰

I’ve been feeling pretty low this week about not being able to see people and the fact that everyone is missing out on my wonderful girls, so hopefully a nice weekend will cheer me up. 🤞🏼 

Anyone else got weekend plans? 

#lockdownweekends #mumlife #lockdownlife #lockdownbaby
Breastfeeding hack 🤱🏻 I don’t know about Breastfeeding hack 🤱🏻

I don’t know about you but I always find myself prodding my boobs to try and work out which one I fed from last. The one that feels the hardest then wins for the next feed 😂 

So, if that sounds like you too then you might find this hack useful. It’s also a great use for the Mama bracelet that @shannongracedesign and I have teamed up on.

On each feed move your bracelet to the wrist of the breast you are feeding from, then when it’s time for a new feed you know that the empty wrist is the one to feed from this time around. 

You’re welcome 👍🏼

P.S. you can buy the bracelets via the link in @shannongracedesign bio 😉

#breastfeeding #mumhack #mumlife #breastfeedinghack #motherhood #newborn #breastfeedingjourney #breastfeedingmama
We’ve reached the 6 week mark! 🤱🏻 We did We’ve reached the 6 week mark! 🤱🏻

We did it, we made it to the magic number 6! The first 6 weeks is always the hardest and I truly believe if you can make it to this point then you’ve broken through the wall. The cluster feeding, the learning to latch, the getting your head around the on demand nature of feeding, the night feeds, the sleep deprivation and the sore sore nipples, it can all feel like a lot. 

So, for those who need to hear it, YOU ROCK! You are an absolute superhero and when you feel like giving up, remember that. And make sure you reach out for help, lean on your loved ones, and don’t be afraid to make the most of the support that is available. 

My DM’s are always open, we are all in this together. ❤️

#breastfeeding #newborn #fourthtrimester #mumlife #motherhood #lockdownbaby
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Maternity leave in a lockdown really sucks. I ve Maternity leave in a lockdown really sucks. 

I ventured out nearly every day with Pepper and I really made the most of maternity leave. People would joke that P had a better social life than most adults. 

Lunches, brunches, baby classes, day trips, swimming. You name it, we did it over the 13 months we spent together. I loved every single second. But this time it’s just not the same. 

We are almost two months in, I’ve already been dipping back into work and we haven’t even been able to meet up with anyone. It’s so crap. 

Never in a million years did I think that by the time we gave birth I’d still have this time stolen from me. I feel so lucky in so many ways to be in a bubble of four and have her all to myself, but I really am mourning the maternity leave I know I’ll lose this time around. 

Other lockdown mummies, I feel you. This is so shit. 

#lockdownbabies #maternityleave #mumlife #pregnantinapandemic #lockdownlife #motherhood
Indie’s Nursery 🐻 I absolutely adore the gi Indie’s Nursery 🐻 

I absolutely adore the girls rooms in our house. They are the only finished rooms and they are totally different vibes, which I love. 

Indie is in Pepper’s old room and we had only just wallpapered it so I didn’t want to change the paper, but I wanted to make it feel different.

So we moved all of the furniture around, painted the walls a lovely stone colour and gave it a bit more of a boho type feel. And of course, I had to get some pampas in there. 

What do you think? 

#interiors #nursery #childrensbedroom #parenting #mumlife #kidsrooms #babyroom #housedecor
Hi everyone, I’m Gemma 👋 I had quite a few Hi everyone, I’m Gemma 👋 

I had quite a few new followers yesterday after the shares from @tibaandmarl , @lustliving and @freerider.co - thank you - so thought I’d introduce myself. 

I’m Gemma, a Mum to two little girls, Pepper and Indie. Indie was born on the day we went into the current lockdown, so yeah that’s been fun... 

You’ll find me sharing motherhood in an honest, and hopefully inspiring way, on here and also on my blog (link in bio). I am really trying to show mums that you can embrace motherhood, continue to be yourself and still absolutely live your best life. 

I love to travel when we aren’t prisoner at home, eat, shop and throw a party of two. My DM’s are always open and I love to have a good chat. 

I hope you enjoy my content ❤️

Love, Gem x 

#motherhood #mumlife #babyinlockdown #mumofgirls #motherhood #mumclub #parenting #mumblogger #parenthood
Post baby to do list: Mummy MOT ✔️ After feel Post baby to do list: Mummy MOT ✔️

After feeling pretty poorly after having Indie I vowed to give my body a bit more care and attention. So I had a good conversation with my GP about the impact of future pregnancies and I also booked in a mum check with @enlivenhealth 

A Mum check is basically a postpartum MOT. You can go and have her look at any specific issues you might have post baby, or like me, just ask for an all over check to put your mind at ease about how you are recovering. 

I would absolutely recommend going to see Alex and giving your body that in depth check that you just don’t get from anyone else post baby. Our bodies go through such huge changes when we are pregnant and give birth that they deserve all the love and attention we can give them afterwards. ❤️

#mummymot #womenshealth #mumlife #postpartum #postpartumbody #fourthtrimester #motherhood #birth #pregnancy
Indie’s birth story ❤️ I’ve written up I Indie’s birth story ❤️ 

I’ve written up Indie’s blog story and I hope it brings some expecting mums some reassurance that although you may not have the birth you would have hoped for, it can still be a wonderful experience. 

These little lockdown babies are making history ❤️ 

#birthstory #labour #birthduringcovid19 #birthduringapandemic #motherhood #mumlife #newborn #lockdownbaby
Thank god it’s Friday, 2 days off! Oh no wait, Thank god it’s Friday, 2 days off! 

Oh no wait, I’m a parent... 😂

Jokes aside, I am glad it’s Friday as we actually have stuff planned. (Within bloody covid limits anyway!) A soul food sharer from @kingscomfortfood , hopefully a zoom call with my Nan (who I haven’t seen since September!) and a nice walk with a friend and her children. 🥰

I’ve been feeling pretty low this week about not being able to see people and the fact that everyone is missing out on my wonderful girls, so hopefully a nice weekend will cheer me up. 🤞🏼 

Anyone else got weekend plans? 

#lockdownweekends #mumlife #lockdownlife #lockdownbaby
Breastfeeding hack 🤱🏻 I don’t know about Breastfeeding hack 🤱🏻

I don’t know about you but I always find myself prodding my boobs to try and work out which one I fed from last. The one that feels the hardest then wins for the next feed 😂 

So, if that sounds like you too then you might find this hack useful. It’s also a great use for the Mama bracelet that @shannongracedesign and I have teamed up on.

On each feed move your bracelet to the wrist of the breast you are feeding from, then when it’s time for a new feed you know that the empty wrist is the one to feed from this time around. 

You’re welcome 👍🏼

P.S. you can buy the bracelets via the link in @shannongracedesign bio 😉

#breastfeeding #mumhack #mumlife #breastfeedinghack #motherhood #newborn #breastfeedingjourney #breastfeedingmama
We’ve reached the 6 week mark! 🤱🏻 We did We’ve reached the 6 week mark! 🤱🏻

We did it, we made it to the magic number 6! The first 6 weeks is always the hardest and I truly believe if you can make it to this point then you’ve broken through the wall. The cluster feeding, the learning to latch, the getting your head around the on demand nature of feeding, the night feeds, the sleep deprivation and the sore sore nipples, it can all feel like a lot. 

So, for those who need to hear it, YOU ROCK! You are an absolute superhero and when you feel like giving up, remember that. And make sure you reach out for help, lean on your loved ones, and don’t be afraid to make the most of the support that is available. 

My DM’s are always open, we are all in this together. ❤️

#breastfeeding #newborn #fourthtrimester #mumlife #motherhood #lockdownbaby
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