When you’re feeling lost in motherhood

On October 7th 2012 my life changed forever as my eldest son was born. Until that moment I had no idea how much my life…

Building water confidence with the new water wings from Zoggs

Since I’ve had the two boys getting places has taken me longer and been much more daunting. Ignore the fact that I managed to fly…

Crich Tramway Village Reviewed: Is it worth it for young kids?

We’ve had a few days staying at home, what with the weather and general wallowing after my husband headed back to Qatar.  This has naturally…

Why is it not OK to not be body positive?

I’ve recently written how I am finally accepting my imperfections.  How I am relishing the imPERFECTion that my body has become having had two children…

Expat Friends: This time last year you didn’t know me

This time last year I was sat, much as I am now, at my mums house in Derby.  Waiting for the call that said we…

Finally realising the perfect in my imperfections

Some words stick with you throughout your life. Sometimes they are wonderful moments that make your heart sing when you remember them, when you’re transported…

How do you find a professional that you can trust?

Living as an expat out in Doha means living in a rented house.  Or to be more accurate, a rented villa.  Which we’ve turned into…