I came across Respectful Parenting or Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE) when I was pregnant. Back then, I was reading everything I could get my hands on about parenting. I was sceptical at first, just because Magda Gerber, who formulated the RIE philosophy in the 40s, did not have any children of her own. (You […]
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How I Sleep-Trained My Baby
First weeks of life are tough for a newborn! After almost 1 year in a 5-star hotel, warm and cosy, with food and everything at your own discretion, you are thrown out into the cold cruel world, filled with noise and light and uncounted images you have never seen before. You find yourself alone. Mummy’s […]
Breastfeeding, a Blessing or a Curse?
When preparing for the arrival of my baby I got informed about the benefits of breastfeeding for the baby and the new mum, so I was aware that: breast milk contains antibodies that help the baby fight off viruses and bacteria breastfeeding lowers the baby’s risk of having asthma or allergies babies who are breastfed exclusively […]
Life with a Newborn: Expectations vs Reality
Having a baby is a unique experience for each and every family! We all have different expectations, and your reality is just your baby’s and yours. When I was expecting my baby, everything was so new and exciting! There was a completely new life ahead of me – a life I had previously only dreamed […]
Hello, world!
Welcome to my little corner of heaven! I’m a busy dedicated urban mom with a journalistic and teaching background, an expat and a fashion addict. I hope you can relate to some of my personal stories and struggles and that we can connect and learn from each other. You will be reading about my educational […]