Archive for May, 2007

Weighing In At 8lb 3. The Mighty Noah.

Thursday, May 17th, 2007

Just a quick post to introduce you all to my son Noah. Born 10.27am 17/05/2007 and weighing 8lb 3.

Will probably edit this later when I don’t feel like passing out. Its been a long day.

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Fiona and Noah are both doing well and feeding successfully.

More later.

Malcolm (A Very New Dad.)

Heartburn, Nose Bleeds and Stretch Marks

Monday, May 7th, 2007

A woman goes through a heck of a lot during pregnancy. Mood swings, morning sickness, heartburn and nose bleeds are but a few of the minor problems that go hand in hand with growing a baby. Here’s what we did to cope. (more…)

The cause of my pain for the last 7 months – The Nursery

Monday, May 7th, 2007

Carrying a baby around in your belly for 9 months can’t be easy. But neither is getting the nursery ready, especially if you are as crap at DIY as I am. (more…)

The Cot – “I Love My Bear” by Babies R Us

Monday, May 7th, 2007

Unlike prams, we only really looked at 2 or 3 cots. For a start we went to Mamas and Papas to check out what posh people would buy. I must admit there is some very nice children’s nursery furniture in Mamas and Papas although it comes as a price. £800 for a children’s wardrobe, £600 for a cot, maybe not. Also Mamas and Papas seem to get a bit slated on the Internet for having poor customer service and frequently sending damaged goods. (more…)

Buying a Pram. Choosing your Babies First Vehicle.

Tuesday, May 1st, 2007

3 wheels, 4 wheels, black, blue, red, heavy, light, twin turbo, 18” alloys buying a pram can be on par with buying a car especially if you want to look cool when pushing your new born. (more…)

The Pram – Graco Mosiac Travel System in Metropolitan

Tuesday, May 1st, 2007

After reviewing and testing several prams, we finally chose the Graco Mosiac Travel System in Metropolitan (Black and Grey to match our new car). (more…)

Shopping For Maternity Clothes

Tuesday, May 1st, 2007

The magazines and websites all portray a world where maternity clothes are available everywhere, in perfect sizes and in fashionable styles. The truth however is if you’re on any kind of budget finding adequate maternity clothes is hard work. (more…)