I haven’t done this in a while, so when the lovely Yvonne from Double the Monkey Business tagged me, I thought it would be fun to reply. Do visit her blog if you haven’t, it’s a must-read!
1. ARE YOU A STAY AT HOME MUM OR A WORKING MUM?
At the moment, I’m a stay at home mum and also do a bit of freelance writing on the side, although I must admit I haven’t had a decent writing contract in ages!
2. WOULD YOU HAVE IT ANY OTHER WAY?
When T was younger, no, but now that she’s older, would love to go back to work since I’ve always worked since finishing Uni. But at the moment and because of where we live, there isn’t much available work for me. Thankfully, I do earn a bit from this thing called “blogging” 😉
3. DO YOU CO-SLEEP?
We did, yes and still occasionally do and I wouldn’t change it for the world no matter how some “parenting experts” think it’s not good “parenting”. I love cuddling her in bed and waking up next to my little girl. My husband knows how much I love sleeping with our daughter in between us, so when he wakes up, the first thing he does is carry her to our bed and we snuggle together till it’s time to get up.
4. WHAT IS YOUR ONE MUST-HAVE ITEM FOR YOUR BABY?
T is six-years-old now, so we I don’t really have any must have item in my bag, although we do always have wipes in the car and when we do day trips out, I make sure I also have some wipes in my bag.
5. HOW MANY KIDS DO YOU PLAN ON HAVING?
I married late and had T when I was 37. Would love to have another one, but looks like it’s not going to happen. It took awhile for me to come into terms with it, but I’m fine with right now. I’m just thankful that I have her.
6. DATE NIGHTS? HOW OFTEN DO YOU HAVE THEM?
I’m afraid at the moment the only date-nights we have are watching DVDs in our lounge with T asleep on her bed.
7. YOUR CHILD’S FAVOURITE SHOW?
Like most little girls, she likes “My Little Pony”.
8. NAME ONE THING YOU BROUGHT BEFORE YOU HAD THE BABY AND NEVER ENDED UP USING?
We bought a dummy for T thinking it would help soothe her especially when she started teething. The first time she had it in her mouth, she spat it out and didn’t like it. On hindsight, I’m so glad she did just that.
9. YOUR CHILD’S FAVOURITE FOOD?
She loves jacket potatoes. I didn’t even know that till she started having meals at school and every time we’d ask her what she had for lunch, she’d reply “Jacket potato”. The weird thing is, she doesn’t seem to like it as much when we cook it for her at home.
10. HOW MANY CARS DOES YOUR FAMILY HAVE?
Just one.
11. WEIGHT GAIN, BEFORE PREGNANCY, DURING, AFTER AND NOW?

Oh yes! I haven’t even lost the additional weight I gained after having T. I used to be a size 6 before getting pregnant. Now I’m somewhere between a size 10-12. I know some people may think that’s not much, but when you’re short like I am, believe me, it matters … A LOT! I know I have to do something about it, but honestly, I can’t be bothered right now, especially since I’ve realised that the trick there is to wear the right clothes 🙂
12. DREAM HOLIDAY WITH YOUR KIDS?
We’ve been to Disneyland Paris and would love to go to the one in the States, either in California or Florida, especially since we have family and close friends living there.
13. DREAM HOLIDAY WITHOUT YOUR KIDS?
I can’t imagine going on holiday without little T. I’ll end up really missing her. It wouldn’t be a dream holiday if I didn’t have my little girl with me.
14. HOW HAS YOUR LIFE CHANGED SINCE HAVING KIDS?
A lot. I used to work full-time. I used to have a life. I used to have friends. My life is different now, but I’m loving it too of course. I love being a mum, even though admittedly I don’t really have much of a life outside motherhood. But I’m fine with that too. I’m lucky I had a good career and life before getting married and having her, otherwise I’d probably be feeling different now.
15. FINISH THE SENTENCE “IT MAKES HEART MELT WHEN…”
I see my daughter’s face 🙂
16. WHERE DO YOU SHOP FOR YOUR KIDS?
I buy most of T’s stuff from Zara kids, because I find them really cute and affordable.
17. FAVOURITE MAKE-UP AND SKINCARE PRODUCTS?
I don’t wear make-up. The only skin care products I use are moisturisers and lotion.
18. HUGGIES OR PAMPERS?
Neither. T is six 🙂
19. HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED KIDS?
Yes! Like I mentioned, it would’ve been nice to have more than one, but I’m just really thankful that I have her.
20. BEST PART OF BEING A MUM?
Being with my daughter. I just love every minute of it, even when she’s being difficult.
Thanks for the tag Yvonne!
I’m tagging the following lovely mums if they want to join:
Laura of Dear Bear and Beany
Louise of Little Hearts, Big Love
Laura of Five Little Doves
Jordanne of Life of a Glasgow Girl
Kim of Northumberland Mam
Over to you ladies!
Love this, it’s always nice to get to know a bit more about the blogger behind the scenes
Toni | Gym Bunny Mummy recently posted…OUR WEEKLY MEAL PLAN | 5TH SEPT & MY FIRST GROCERY HAUL VIDEO
It was fun to do 🙂
This is great to read…
Thanks for the tag but I’ve already done it….Sorry! x
Kim Carberry recently posted…Fantastic treats from the North East.
No worries at all 🙂 x
Ahhh the answer to your last question just made my heart melt!
Talya recently posted…Have you checked out the Motherhood The Real Deal mum vlog?
She’s my one and only 🙂
Great interview, it’s always nice to find out more about the people behind their blogs. It’s so good that she makes a bit of money from blogging to supplement not being able to work yet x
Thanks! It wasn’t an interview though… Well kind of… I was tagged to answer the same questions 🙂
Erin is only 8 months old and already likes My Little Pony! Typical girl!
Lyndsey O’Halloran recently posted…Wishlist: Frugi A/W ’16
I always have the theme song at the back of my head! Ugh.
I always have wipes in the car ( and everywhere else ) too 🙂 Love these answers xx
yvonne recently posted…Can apples take on the fussy eater challenge?
Thank you 🙂
Lovely reading these! That last answer was beautiful. Thanks for the tag 🙂 x
Laura – dear bear and beany recently posted…Review: The Massage Company…
You’re most welcome! x
Fantastic tag & thank you so much for tagging me, can’t wait to get stuck in! I never knew zara had clothes for kids! I’ll need to check them out.
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Yes, do check them out. They have lovely clothes for kids 🙂
Lovely post. It is great being a mum isn’t it 🙂
claire recently posted…Turkey Schnitzel with Parsnip Chips…
It certainly is 🙂
I found this interesting to read. I know more about you now.
Thanks 🙂
I think when you have kids, Disney is the one place you want to take them…….hope you get your dream
Kara Chelseamamma recently posted…Muddy Puddles Storm Explorer Jacket Review
Thanks. We’ve been to Disney Paris and would love to go to the one in the States.
What a great idea for a tag! Lovely to learn more about you. 🙂
Elizabeth recently posted…Seafood Linguine
Thank you!
I don’t have kids so cannot relate too much to this post, but I still hope one day it will be me x
Rachel recently posted…PRO:VOKE® Liquid Blonde
I’m sure you will 🙂
Fantastic that you start these series. I really enjoy reading the interviews with other bloggers.
Evelina recently posted…How To Reinvent Your Look
It was a tag 🙂 xx
Love your interviews, is so good to get to know the person behind the blog. x
Anna-Maria recently posted…New Beginnings
Thanks!
I love this, it is a great way to get to know more about you. It is funny how life changes so much before and after children. I often use the “I used to have a life …” line
Nikki Thomas recently posted…To uni or not to uni
I use that a lot too 🙂 x
Great way to find out a little more about a blogger. Great post. I’m a stay at home mum too.
MELANIE EDJOURIAN recently posted…Step into Autumn in Style
Thank you! 🙂
Love love the answers!! I love how your daughter is literally the source of your happiness! Fills my heart with joy!
She certainly is that 🙂
I love getting to know a bit more about the person behind the blog!
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Me too! 🙂
Thank you for the tag! I will have a think about my answers over the weekend. I loved reading this though, your love for your daughter just radiates from you, it really made me smile. Our date nights exist of the same thing and to be honest, I much prefer it to going out for fancy meals where I cant wear my pyjamas!! xx
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You’re most welcome 🙂 I’m exactly the same. PJs are the best outfits to wear on date nights 🙂
Fantastic post hun, I love being a mum, stressful at times but I wouldn’t change it any other way.
What a lovely post. Yeah for co-sleeping and yeah for enjoying Motherhood. It seems such an under rated job these days and it really shouldn’t be
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Love these tag posts and its lovely to hear that your date nights are simple, I love watching DVD’s too.
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It’s a simple but cozy date night 🙂
Really enjoyed reading your answers.
I much prefer a nice night in with a good movie and the fam! Wins hands down every time 🙂 x
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It is, isn’t it? 🙂
awww love this, its really nice to get to know that little bit more about the people behind the blogs 🙂 … i co slept with both of mine and loved every min of it xx
Thanks!