If there was one job I could do for free—and truthfully, already do—it would be this: being an auntie. It’s not listed on any CV. It doesn’t come with a salary, a pension, or holiday leave. But it’s a role that has brought me some of the most meaningful, joy-filled, and proud moments of myContinue reading “If There Was One Job I Could Do for Free, It Would Be This One”
Category Archives: NICU & SCBU
Why I’ll Always Watch the Paralympics (Even If I Miss the Olympics)
By Laura Johnstone I’ve never really been one to sit down and religiously watch the Olympics. I admire the talent and the dedication, of course, but it’s never been something I grew up watching or felt deeply connected to. That started to shift when I met my husband. He loves it. I have fond memoriesContinue reading “Why I’ll Always Watch the Paralympics (Even If I Miss the Olympics)”
Why I’m Fighting for Change: Supporting the Neurodiverse and Prematurity Communities
Every one of us has a story that shapes how we see the world. Mine begins with being born at 28 weeks, in a time when neonatal care was just emerging. I survived, but my twin brother, Nicholas, did not. That early experience shaped me in ways I didn’t fully understand until I became aContinue reading “Why I’m Fighting for Change: Supporting the Neurodiverse and Prematurity Communities”
How Life Changed for Me Since the Pandemic: Finding My Voice Through Loss, Mental Health, and Motherhood
By Laura Johnstone – The Good, The Bad, and Your Parenting Journey It’s strange how a global event can completely reroute your life. When the pandemic hit, I never imagined how deeply it would change not just my daily routine—but my sense of self, my career, and my purpose. Before all of this, I wasContinue reading “How Life Changed for Me Since the Pandemic: Finding My Voice Through Loss, Mental Health, and Motherhood”
How My Morning Routine Changed After Becoming a Mum – And the One Thing That Stayed the Same
By Laura Johnstone There’s a lot of talk out there about having a “solid morning routine”—you know, the kind with yoga, green juice, journaling, and a perfectly made bed. But I think there’s something far more real (and meaningful) about a routine shaped not by perfection, but by love. Before Amelia was born, I tookContinue reading “How My Morning Routine Changed After Becoming a Mum – And the One Thing That Stayed the Same”
What Makes a Person Unique?
Daily Prompt Reflection – by Laura Johnstone Have you ever stopped to think—what makes me, me? Today’s daily prompt invites us to reflect on what makes a person truly unique. And for me, the answer isn’t simple. It’s a beautiful mix of nature, nurture, and life experience, shaped by how our brains work—whether we’re neurotypicalContinue reading “What Makes a Person Unique?”
Daily Prompt: If You Could Have Anything Named After You, What Would It Be?
When I saw today’s writing prompt—“If you could have anything named after you, what would it be?”—it got me thinking. Honestly? I don’t think I’d want anything named after me. No buildings, awards, or even a coffee blend (though I do love a strong cup of tea). But I would want something to live onContinue reading “Daily Prompt: If You Could Have Anything Named After You, What Would It Be?”
What Happens When You Donate Milk? A Guide for Parents Considering Milk Donation
When you hear about babies in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), especially those born too soon or too small, you might wonder how such tiny bodies get the nourishment they need to survive. For some, their own mother’s milk isn’t an option – and that’s where milk donors come in. If you’ve ever considered donatingContinue reading “What Happens When You Donate Milk? A Guide for Parents Considering Milk Donation”
Title: From Cuddles to Cartwheels: Life with My Toddler Daredevil
Life with a toddler is a bit like living with a mini stunt double—except the stunts are unscripted, usually messy, and often hilarious. Now that Amelia is almost fully into toddlerhood, I find myself laughing more than I ever expected. And not just polite chuckles—those full-belly laughs that catch you off guard. One of theContinue reading “Title: From Cuddles to Cartwheels: Life with My Toddler Daredevil”
From Premature Beginnings to Purpose: Why I’ve Always Wanted to Help Others
By Laura Johnstone If you’d asked me from the age of three until I was 18 what I wanted to be when I grew up, I would’ve said a nurse. Every single time. That might sound unusual for someone so young to be so sure, but for me, it made perfect sense. I was bornContinue reading “From Premature Beginnings to Purpose: Why I’ve Always Wanted to Help Others”
The bad and your parenting journey 