My inaugural blog entry!
Welcome aboard!
I'm feeling a mix of nerves and excitement as I write this. It's been about two decades since my last blog, so I genuinely appreciate your time reading this!
Currently, I'm six months into my maternity leave with my second child, a lively 5-month-old. Time truly zips by; she's already rolling and gearing up to crawl. It evokes countless memories from my first baby.
Despite this being my second, I'm encountering numerous things as if it's my maiden voyage. Now, I'm no novice—I've gained more experience this time around. Yet, there's still a host of things I find myself Googling, from breastfeeding and expressing milk to decoding baby milestones and scouting for non-wifi baby monitors. Much of this I've trodden before but have somewhat forgotten in the four years since my first baby.
Observing similar patterns in various social groups sparked the inspiration for this blog—to aid new and seasoned parents, from expectant moms to first-timers and those navigating subsequent additions to the family. I aim to provide my experience to commonly asked questions, drawing primarily from my personal journey and supplementing with well-researched posts.
I'll share practical insights on essential baby and kids' products I find useful, along with tips and tricks for simplifying baby care. Additionally, expect ideas to entertain toddlers and valuable approaches to parenting that have been beneficial in my journey.
My goal is to foster trust within our community and ease the transition for new parents, alleviating their stress and enabling them to focus on self-care and their little ones.
A little about me and about us
Beyond my 5-month-old, I also cherish my 4.5-year-old, an active, loving soul in kindergarten who adores her younger sister. Together with my husband, we reside in Melbourne, Australia. Originally from Malaysia, Melbourne has been my haven for 17 incredible years! Surprisingly unbelievable, even to myself! My husband, a true-blue Aussie, and I are raising our two kids in this vibrant mix of cultures. Embracing our diverse backgrounds, we're crafting a rich, blended family life. Our in-laws live just around the corner and have been incredible in supporting our family. Additionally, my overseas-residing mum frequently visits to spend time with us and the kids, so expect forthcoming blog posts centered around grandparents and their role in our lives!
Parenthood fills me with immense love, but like many, I encounter ongoing challenges that I navigate with patience, steadily learning along the way. We all strive to be the best parents we can, so why not support each other?
Everyone's parenting style differs, and I aim not to judge but to respect every approach. Let's be considerate and open-minded as we learn from each other.
If you stumble upon ideas that don't resonate, I kindly ask that you refrain from criticism. Instead, simply unfollow the blog and move forward.
Your continued readership means the world to me. I look forward to our next encounter.
Until then, here's to joyful parenting!
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