The Ever-Evolving Experiences of Motherhood and Womanhood Alike

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Kangaroo Cuddles…A Subconscious Memory

Kangaroo Cuddles…A Subconscious Memory

Scrolling through Instagram I came across an earlier post I had done in 2022 which I still think is accurate years later. It went like this… I do wonder what...
Feeling Fiery After Giving Birth

Feeling Fiery After Giving Birth

I became a mother of a premature baby with my third child so his birth was my second caesarean. I had done this before, albeit my first was done with...
Feeling A Little Ripped Off Preemie Mama?

Feeling A Little Ripped Off Preemie Mama?

Your pregnancy didn’t go as planned. It was interrupted, it was quick and it was traumatic but you handled it, like only a mother of a preemie does.  Not going...
Breastfeeding - As A Premie Mother

Breastfeeding - As A Premie Mother

The beautiful imagery of new mother cuddling her baby to her chest and feeding would have to wait. For a mother of a preemie, it will have to wait months. One of the most common themes of being a mother of a preemie is to let go of the images you daydreamed when pregnant of what experiences you will have when bub was born. It won't happen, or intime it might but certainly not as you had imagined or planned.  

Breastfeeding Awareness Week - Celebrate Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Awareness Week - Celebrate Breastfeeding

August brings us Breastfeeding Awareness Week (from 1st to 7th), a time dedicated to celebrating, educating, and raising awareness about the benefits and challenges of breastfeeding. This week serves as a reminder for society to support breastfeeding mothers and acknowledge the unique experiences they face, especially for those mothers with premature babies.
How to Create a Beautiful Space For Your New Baby

How to Create a Beautiful Space For Your New Baby

Welcoming a new baby into your family is an exciting time, and designing their nursery is a special part of the preparation. Creating a calm, functional, and beautiful baby room can be a fun and rewarding project.
Spicy Déjà Vu ...Reframing your PTSD

Spicy Déjà Vu ...Reframing your PTSD

Whilst on my late night zombie scroll on Instagram I came across a meme which stopped me in my tracks. I can't remember the exact wording however it was describing someone who...
What do you get a Parent of a Premie Baby?

What do you get a Parent of a Premie Baby?

With an unexpected birth filled with complications and trauma for both parents and baby, it can be hard to know what to do and say to a new parent of a preemie. 

What NOT to say to a Parent of a Premature Baby

What NOT to say to a Parent of a Premature Baby

    "At least you can get sleep whilst they are in the hospital." ~ "At least you won’t have to wake to feed them yet."  ~ "At least you have...
Journaling… A NICU Practice

Journaling… A NICU Practice

Journaling…allowed me to download a hell of a lot of information, half of which was in medical lingo. This in turn cleared my head to a degree so I could focus on the miracle baby in front of me which was my son, Kai.

…From an ex-preemie mama I can say that this seemingly small gift, of an exercise book, turned out to be one of the most helpful and meaningful additions to my NICU experience.

The Premie Journey…A Roller Coaster Ride

The Premie Journey…A Roller Coaster Ride

The sheer mental and emotional stamina of a preemie mother is awe inspiring….It’s not a roller coaster ride we chose, but a ride we will commit to, to the end.