For years, I’ve shared my experiences as a parent, an advocate, and someone navigating the complexities of life with neurodiversity. I’ve spoken about premature birth, NICU stays, trauma, and the struggles parents face. But somewhere along the way, I forgot to tell you the full story—the one that shaped every part of who I amContinue reading “No Surrender: The Story I Forgot to Tell”
Category Archives: NICU & SCBU
The Greatest Gift: Friendship, Love, and True Unconditional Connection
If you had asked me years ago what the greatest gift in my life was, I might have struggled to find the answer. But today, I know without a doubt—it’s the gift of friendship and love. It’s something I have longed for, something I have fought for, and something I have learned to truly cherish.Continue reading “The Greatest Gift: Friendship, Love, and True Unconditional Connection”
Thank You for 1,000 Likes! It means so much!
Wow! We’ve hit 1,000 likes on The Good, The Bad, and Your Parenting Journey! I just want to take a moment to say a massive thank you to each and every one of you. Whether you’ve liked, commented, shared, or simply taken the time to read the content, your support means the world to me.Continue reading “Thank You for 1,000 Likes! It means so much!”
Some Days Are Just Hard – And That’s Okay
Today has been one of those days. The kind where nothing seems to go right, where exhaustion creeps in before the day has even properly started, and where the simplest of tasks feel like climbing a mountain. This morning, Amelia wouldn’t eat her breakfast. I tried a fruit pouch—she squirted it everywhere but didn’t eatContinue reading “Some Days Are Just Hard – And That’s Okay”
Family Budgeting: How to Manage Your Money Without the Stress
Raising a family is expensive, and with the cost of living constantly rising, managing household finances can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re budgeting for daily expenses, saving for the future, or just trying to make ends meet, having a solid financial plan in place can make a huge difference. As a parent, I know how challengingContinue reading “Family Budgeting: How to Manage Your Money Without the Stress”
3 AM Wake-Ups and 4 AM Ideas: Parenting, AuDHD, and Late-Night Creativity
Last night, at 3 AM, my daughter woke up crying. Like any parent running on instinct, I got up, changed her nappy, made her comfortable, and gave her some milk. She settled back down—but my brain didn’t. The moment I lay back down, an idea hit me out of nowhere. A children’s book about AuDHDContinue reading “3 AM Wake-Ups and 4 AM Ideas: Parenting, AuDHD, and Late-Night Creativity”
A Welsh Girl at Heart: My Love for Rugby and My Homeland
There’s something about being Welsh that runs deeper than just a nationality—it’s a feeling, a pride, a fire in the soul that never fades. I may not live in Wales now, but my heart will always belong to the land of song, rolling hills, and, of course, rugby. The Heart of a Welsh Girl GrowingContinue reading “A Welsh Girl at Heart: My Love for Rugby and My Homeland”
Understanding Oesophageal Atresia and Tracheo-Oesophageal Fistula (OA/TOF): A Rare but Significant Condition
Every year in the UK, around 180 babies are born with Oesophageal Atresia (OA) and Tracheo-Oesophageal Fistula (TOF)—a rare congenital condition that affects the oesophagus (food pipe) and trachea (windpipe). Despite its frequency, awareness remains low, leaving many families feeling isolated when they receive a diagnosis. For me, OA/TOF awareness is deeply personal. After givingContinue reading “Understanding Oesophageal Atresia and Tracheo-Oesophageal Fistula (OA/TOF): A Rare but Significant Condition”
How Dad La Soul Has Helped My Husband—And Why You Should Support Their Work
Parenthood can feel isolating at times, especially for dads who often find themselves overlooked in the support system. That’s why Dad La Soul, founded by the incredible Dan Flanagan, has been a lifeline—not just for dads across the UK but for my husband, too. Why Dad La Soul Matters Dad La Soul isn’t just aContinue reading “How Dad La Soul Has Helped My Husband—And Why You Should Support Their Work”
The Power of Consistency – 100 Blogs and 50 Days in a Row!
Consistency is one of the hardest things to maintain, especially when life throws challenges your way. But today, I’m celebrating a milestone that reminds me why showing up matters—I’ve written 100 blog posts on The Good, The Bad, and Your Parenting Journey, and I’ve posted every day for the last 50 days. When I startedContinue reading “The Power of Consistency – 100 Blogs and 50 Days in a Row!”
The bad and your parenting journey 