Last week we ventured out to The Ivy Leeds; our second restaurant dining experience since lockdown measures have been eased in the UK. Although we’ve eaten at The Ivy Leeds before, I knew there would be some slight changes due to the additional safety measures to make it Covid secure. We felt very ... View Post
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Dining at The Ivy Leeds after Restaurant Reopening
A Night Away with the Micralite Sleep & Go Lite Travel Cot
Last weekend we had our first night away from home since the UK lockdown began. We went to Cleethorpes for the weekend and had an overnight stay at Theo’s Nannies house. It felt so nice to pack our bags and get away. It was also the perfect opportunity to try out our new Sleep & Go Lite travel ... View Post
6 Things to Avoid Saying to a Mum of a Premature Baby
I have had many a conversation with fellow mums of premature babies and it seems to be a common theme that we’ve all been on the receiving end of some quite hurtful comments. These comments aren’t meant to be hurtful, but they still hurt. They could easily be said by a friend or family member who ... View Post
10 Things I Can’t Wait to do Post Lockdown (and what I haven’t missed)
After months of lockdown and life being on hold, the UK is slowly (and cautiously) beginning to open for business again. From restaurants and shops to hairdressers and hotels, suddenly there are new ways to spend our time and money (whilst staying safe and practicing social distancing). Lockdown ... View Post
Our Mini Adventures: 5 Family Friendly Days Out in Yorkshire
Since the UK lockdown restrictions changed to allow travel to outdoor open space (irrespective of distance), we’ve been out on a series of ‘mini adventures’. Whilst I’ve got seriously itchy feet to travel overseas, these mini adventures have allowed us to see and do new things locally. They’ve ... View Post
19 Spectacular Underwater Photos to Celebrate World Oceans Day
Today is World Oceans Day, so for a bit of fun and a little visual escapism, I'm sharing 19 spectacular underwater photos from a collection of talented photographers. Seeing these photos remind me of my most recent scuba diving experience in Moalboal in the Philippines. These memories and the ... View Post
6 Things I’ve Learnt Before Turning 30!
This is the last blog post I will ever write in my 20’s! I am officially turning 30 tomorrow. It’s such a huge milestone birthday but one that seems to get a lot of bad press. Should people want to stay in their 20’s forever? I don’t think so. Don’t get me wrong, I loved my 20’s. I have no regrets ... View Post
Welcome to this ‘Strange New Normal’
I wrote this poem last week to summarise some of my questions and feelings during the UK lockdown. I'd love to know what you think and if you can relate? Welcome to this strange new normal, Are you settling in just fine? Or are you struggling to adjust, and keep a happy, positive ... View Post
