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I heard a great quote the other day (can't remember where, unfortunately) which said that although we are all physically divided at the moment, the shared experience of trying to navigate a pandemic means we have more in common than ever before. That said, there a those whose current circumstance present a significantly greater challenge. To (belatedly) mark Autism Awareness Week Charlotte shares her experience of 'Life in Lockdown with her Autistic Son'.…
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**Trigger warning.** Self Harm is a subject I have looking to cover for some time but have struggled to…
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Choosing childcare for your baby or toddler can be discombobulating and overwhelming. This list from Charlotte who has a wealth of knowledge in the area is super helpful; offering a comprehensive guide of what you should actually be looking for. …
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Becoming a same-sex parent is no easy task. Emotionally complex, financially draining; the list goes on. However, when the worst imaginable happens and you lose that much wanted baby you become even more niche. Here Jess talks about navigating the whole experience with her wife and calls for more support and resource for LGBT parents across the board.…
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EMOTIONAL, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING, Uncategorized, WORK & MONEYHOMELESSNESS. BUT NOT AS YOU KNOW IT
Though homelessness is depressingly common place in major city Bethan Whitaker, who founded 'Helping Hands of London', reminds us to remember the people inside those sleeping-bags: how their path to sleeping rough might to be as we assume. She also offers advice on small actions we can all take to make a difference. …
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EMOTIONAL, HEALTH, INSPIRING, LOVE & MARRIAGE, MENTAL HEALTH, MOTHERHOOD, MUST READ, PREGNANCY, BIRTH & BABY'S, THOUGHT-PROVOKING, Uncategorized, USEFUL2018. THE MOST SOUL STRIPPING YEAR OF MY LIFE
Previously Laura Dockerill wrote THE most remarkable list about her experience of Postpartum Psychosis. Raw. Vulnerable. Insightful. It spoke to so many about the reality of how having a baby can effect you in ways far beyond what you can comprehend. With her son's first birthday on the horizon this is her follow-up list. Part useful guide, part celebration this how she managed to make it through from the darkest place, through the darkest year. This is how she survived.…
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EMOTIONAL, HEALTH, INSPIRING, LOVE & MARRIAGE, MOTHERHOOD, THOUGHT-PROVOKING, UncategorizedBREATHLESSLY MOTHERING
Rachel Clements has only 24% remaining lung function. This lists explores he un-expected path to Motherhood, the impact that has had on her health and a glimpse into what it is like to parent whilst on oxygen.…
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LOVE & MARRIAGE, MOTHER OF ALL LISTS, MOTHERHOOD, PREGNANCY, BIRTH & BABY'S, THOUGHT-PROVOKING, UncategorizedMY PARTNER’S A CONVICT
This list, from an anonymous author, sheds light on raising kids whilst your partner is in prison. The issues of which are even more complex than you might expect. …