Laura Johnstone

How many top five grocery items have changed since having a baby

List your top 5 grocery store items. Before I had my daughter, my grocery list was simple, efficient, and filled with the kind of things you’d expect: ingredients for quick meals, a few indulgences, and the occasional attempt at healthy eating. But since becoming a parent, my priorities—and my shopping habits—have shifted entirely. Here areContinue reading “How many top five grocery items have changed since having a baby”

How my husband has changed my life in a positive way

Describe a man who has positively impacted your life. Reflecting on my life, one of the most significant turning points was meeting my husband, Ryan. His presence has not How My Husband Has Changed My Life for the Better When I think about the person I’ve become and the life I now live, so muchContinue reading “How my husband has changed my life in a positive way”

Does My Baby Have FOMO? Why Sleep Has Always Been Off the Agenda

From the moment she was born, my daughter has always had her own ideas about sleep – or rather, not sleeping. It turns out this is nothing new. Even when she was in the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), she was already showing her determination to stay awake and be part of everything happening aroundContinue reading “Does My Baby Have FOMO? Why Sleep Has Always Been Off the Agenda”

How different I thought my life would be a year ago

Is your life today what you pictured a year ago? A year ago, I sat with a mixture of worry and hope, unsure of what the future would hold. Amelia, my tiny miracle, was already showing me how much strength can come in such a small package, but the milestones felt distant. Every week broughtContinue reading “How different I thought my life would be a year ago”

What the past year and a half has taught me with having a premature baby

When my daughter, Amelia, was born prematurely, life as I knew it completely changed. It was a moment filled with love, hope, fear, and uncertainty—a whirlwind of emotions that only intensified as we navigated her time in the NICU and the months that followed. Over the past 18 months, I’ve learned more than I everContinue reading “What the past year and a half has taught me with having a premature baby”

Tiny Heroes: Celebrating Life and Strength in the NICU

I’m so excited to share some big news—my latest children’s book, Tiny Heroes: A Story of Love and Strength in the NICU, is about to be published! This book has been a deeply personal journey for me, inspired by my own experiences as a parent and the challenges many families face when their babies needContinue reading “Tiny Heroes: Celebrating Life and Strength in the NICU”

When premature babies start meeting milestones: a journey of Hope and relief

As a parent of a premature baby, milestones are more than just developmental markers—they’re a testament to resilience, patience, and hope. From the moment your baby is born early, you’re introduced to concepts like “corrected age” and “actual age,” which remind you that your little one’s journey is unique. Milestones often come with a mixtureContinue reading “When premature babies start meeting milestones: a journey of Hope and relief”

Why You Should Think Twice Before Sharing Nativity Photos Online

It’s that wonderful time of year when schools come alive with the sound of Christmas nativities. Parents beam with pride as they watch their little stars perform, often capturing these precious moments on their phones. But while it’s natural to want to share these memories with family and friends, it’s crucial to pause and thinkContinue reading “Why You Should Think Twice Before Sharing Nativity Photos Online”

Navigating Christmas with a disability: finding joy amidst the challenges

The holiday season is often portrayed as the most wonderful time of the year—filled with festive gatherings, twinkling lights, bustling markets, and cherished traditions. But for those of us living with disabilities or chronic pain, Christmas can be a time of conflicting emotions. The joy of the season is often tempered by the physical andContinue reading “Navigating Christmas with a disability: finding joy amidst the challenges”

Parenting as a team: navigating teething and separation anxiety together

Parenting is an incredible journey, full of joy, growth, and love—but it’s not without its challenges. Right now, my husband and I are facing one of those tough phases: our daughter is teething, and she’s also experiencing extreme separation anxiety at night. Together, these challenges have turned our nights into a blur of interrupted sleep,Continue reading “Parenting as a team: navigating teething and separation anxiety together”