Naomi J

Mental health awareness week

In a fast-paced world that often emphasises physical wellbeing, it is crucial not to overlook the significance of mental health. Just as we diligently care for our physical bodies, nurturing our mental health is equally important for leading a fulfilling and balanced life. Mental Health Awareness Week provides an opportune moment to shed light onContinue reading “Mental health awareness week”

Attachment parenting, in a detached society.

Attachment parenting: “this style of parenting emphasises forming physical and emotional infant-parent bonds through designated “tools.” These tools are designed to promote maximal empathy, responsiveness, and physical touch.” A few examples of these tools include baby wearing (using a baby carrier), bedsharing and breastfeeding on demand. The goal is to create a strong emotional bondContinue reading “Attachment parenting, in a detached society.”

8 things I wish I knew about breastfeeding before starting my nursing journey

I feel like I could write a book on everything I’ve experienced throughout my breastfeeding journey so far, and I’m only 7 months in! It might just be my favourite thing in the world, but it hasn’t come without it’s struggles! Here are 8 things I wish I’d known before starting my nursing journey: 1.Continue reading “8 things I wish I knew about breastfeeding before starting my nursing journey”

How motherhood can change everything.

I’ve changed. I’ll be the first to admit it. Before becoming a mum, I was so adamant that everything would remain the same. I’d be the same, my relationship would be the same, my mindset would be the same. I remember sitting in Waterstones cafe with my husband when I was pregnant, and we wereContinue reading “How motherhood can change everything.”

No money, mo’ problems.

“I work all night, I work all day to pay the bills I have to pay. Ain’t it sad?” -Abba Yes, Abba, it is sad. Very very sad. I have never been driven by money. I remember having many conversations with my dad growing up about the importance of earning a good wage (or marryingContinue reading “No money, mo’ problems.”

This is just the beginning…

I was often told “you can’t truly appreciate what being a parent is like until you’ve experience it for yourself” and honestly, I was naive enough to think that I could possibly imagine the feeling of being a mum. I was a mum to my house rabbit Dusty, and that’s got to be pretty similar,Continue reading “This is just the beginning…”