by FTM in Melbourne | Aug 22, 2023 | Pregnancy loss
Definitions of a “recurrent miscarriage” vary, some sources stating it is “two or more” pregnancy losses and some stating “three or more”. You may have read my previous story https://ftminmelbourne.com/the-1in4/ which summarises my first experience of a miscarriage in...
by FTM in Melbourne | Aug 19, 2022 | Breastfeeding, Formula, New Mum, New mum guilt, Parenthood, Secure attachment, Starting childcare
9 months and 11 days since I delivered our beautiful baby boy via c-section. Today is his first official day at childcare. Today is the longest time that I have been apart from him. Whilst it’s only a total 5.5 hours, it’s 5.5 hours where I feel like I’ve lost a part...
by FTM in Melbourne | Jul 22, 2022 | Pregnancy loss
So, I’m here as a first time mummy, however this is not the result of a first time pregnancy. Unfortunately, I experienced the 1:4 statistic, the 25% of pregnancies that end in miscarriage. Whilst 25% is therefore pretty common, this knowledge certainly doesn’t make...
by FTM in Melbourne | May 8, 2022 | New Mum, Parenthood, Pregnancy loss
Mother’s Day. A day that means different things to different people. For most, we know that this day is all about cards & gifts…the flowers, fluffy slippers, tea cups, cakes & all things pink! A day of celebrating mother’s, mum’s, mummy’s,...
by FTM in Melbourne | Mar 24, 2022 | New Mum, Parenthood, Pregnancy loss, Welcome
Are you a new mum (or parent) sat feeding your baby right now? Do you find yourself scrolling aimlessly on Facebook, Insta, Pinterest, Google, and looking for something to pass your time? I know that I spend MANY hours sat breastfeeding my baby and there’s only so...