“I’m a talker, I wear my heart on my sleeve. But when you suspect your child has autism – and don’t yet know – it can be hard to talk about. You don’t want to give them a label, especially if your suspicions are wrong!”
Adopting a child with trauma – This is family
“The light bulb moment when our son realises he’s safe and loved after experiencing triggers -you can’t wipe that smile off my face. The distance that was created by trauma is healed. It’s a magical moment.”
I love offering childcare as a grandparent – This is family
Loraine discusses her experiences attending baby & toddler classes as a non-parent. All while also working part-time for the NHS! #ThisIsFamily
Matteo Arrived Early- This Is Family
Meraymi Ibrahim shares with us her experiences of having a premature birth. Find out where you can find support if you are dealing with a similar situation.
Sleep? I hardly know her – This Is Family
Anita Casu tells us her experience raising a baby who simply wouldn’t sleep at night and shares with us how she overcame the challenges she faced.
When breastfeeding is hard – This Is Family
Sally Rickard shares with us her experiences both receiving help from a breastfeeding consultant, and then taking it on herself!
Diary of a first time dad – Milestones or millstones?
‘ Dear Santa, please can my baby start crawling?’ Our first time dad (Stuart) has his wishes, but his friend’s advice leaves him somewhat cautious..
Diary of a first time dad – A picturesque delivery
Becoming a first time dad can have pre made assumptions. But, is it quite so glamourous? Introducing, “Diary of a First Time Dad”.
The impact of the pandemic on new parents – One year on
Baby and toddler groups in the pandemic – the struggle faced by class providers and parents alike and a new report by the HoC
Where are our mental health checks for new mums?
Did you know that six weeks into motherhood, new mums should be given mental health checks? The likelihood is they are long overdue.