Happy Father’s Day! Father’s play such an important role in a child’s life. Whilst there are no manuals on how to be a great Father; patience, love and consistency is generally a good start. As a mother, I recognise the role Ellie-bear’s dad plays in her life. He is the first real male interaction she…… Continue reading Happy Father’s Day
In the last two months or so; Eliana has really started developing her speech. Although, she’s not quite there with her annunciation it is often apparent what word she’s attempting to say. The funny thing is she loves music. I’m sure you’re thinking well don’t most babies/ toddlers like music. And yes, you would be…… Continue reading Finding her voice
My birthday is fast approaching and whenever a milestone is up ahead I get reflective. So here are the Top 5 things I’ve learned in my 20’s 5. Comparison is the thief of joy Growing up in a Nigerian household sometimes sayings like “your mate is doing this…” or “what about Mr Patel’s daughter she…… Continue reading Countdown to 30
Today we recognise and celebrate women all over the world. For the contributions made to society and the impact that women make all over. I’m reminded of the sermon given on my wedding day; where my Pastor told a packed congregation… The man is the head of the household but the woman is like the…… Continue reading Happy International Women’s Day
Being a mum means more than giving birth to a child.It’s loving and knowing a soul before you even see it. It’s carrying and caring for a life completely dependant on you for survival. It’s giving air to the lungs that grew within you, and sight to the eyes that will never see you as…… Continue reading Happy Mother’s Day
I haven’t always loved books or reading. But as I’ve gotten older I’ve learned to submerge myself in a great book. One of my favourite authors is Freya North. I love her style of writing and the journey her characters go on. She really brings everything to life. I wish I had enjoyed reading as…… Continue reading Happy World Book Day
Today is an amazing day. It is the day that I celebrate my beautiful funny little Ellie-bear’s 1st birthday. I totally underestimated how quickly a year would go by. I remember the day she was born so vividly. The whole journey from conception, pregnancy to labour is one that words alone cannot describe. I am…… Continue reading Hip hip hooray! Ellie-bear is 1 today
So here’s another recipe for the little munchkins to try. Diced Chicken Coconut milk Tin of chopped tomatoes Onions Butter beans Cornflour Seasonings – Medium curry powder, corriander, onion salt, all purpose seasoning Pearl Barley Method Start cooking the Pearl Barley as it takes 50 minutes. Place the Barley in a pan of…… Continue reading Chicken, butter beans with Pearl Barley
So for the past couple of weeks I’ve been reading a lot of articles on productivity. Now almost a year into motherhood and I’m finding that I have to continuously adapt to Eliana’s schedule/development. I’m sure this will be the case for the next 20 years at least. But just when I feel like I…… Continue reading Back and Forth!
In exactly a month my Ellie-bear will be turning one. I can’t believe it’s nearly here. People always say children grow up too quickly and I’ve witnessed this in the last year. Eliana has gone from crawling at 8 months to taking her very first steps a couple of weeks ago. I can’t wait…… Continue reading A month left to go…
Oh Mummy Dearest 