My Journey with the Village Visionary Programme: How Violet and Rose Baby Wellness Was Born Hi, I’m Jodi, a mother of 4 and my journey into the world of baby wellness began during my maternity leave with my 4th baby. Like many new mums, I found myself feeling a little lost, searching for a […]
Hello, my name is Natalie. I live in Aston, Oxfordshire, with my husband and 2 children, who are now 10 and 12. I have been working with babies and parents for the best part of 20 years, I have worked in many nurseries, nannying jobs and I ran my own childminding business with my Mum
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From Labcoats to Lullabies Transitioning from a career in science to supporting families isn’t as big of a leap as it might seem. In fact, the skills I developed as a scientist—observing, analysing, and seeking out evidence-based solutions became invaluable in my new role. I’ve taken the principles of neuroscience, psychology, and biology and applied
Hi, I’m Liz, the heart behind Practical Birth and Baby, I’m a dedicated mother of 3 with a deep passion for supporting families in their parenting journeys. With years of experience working with newborns and their parents, I have cultivated a unique understanding of early childhood development and the challenges that come with welcoming a
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I once thought I had my life all figured out. A young, ambitious twenty-something with a clear career path and a burning desire to make a difference. Complete my education, live abroad, manage a setting and graduate from University… Forever be the best early years educator. But life had other plans. Becoming a mother was
We all know mum guilt well—but what if we could turn it into something useful? Here are five simple ways , that in my experience of having 3 kids under 4 – might help you try to tackle mum guilt and find more joy in motherhood. Celebrate the Little Wins: Each day, be sure to
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I recently had the honour of speaking with Deborah McNelis, a devoted advocate for the essential first 60 days of life – a period that demands our attention just as much as the first 1001 days. This conversation illuminated the groundbreaking research by Dr. Bruce Parry and the transformative power these early days hold in
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I had the pleasure of speaking with Kirsty, a remarkable Blossom and Berry baby massage instructor and new mother, who shared her journey and insights into balancing the dynamics of parenthood, business, and self-care. Here are five key takeaways from our discussion that can inspire and support anyone on a similar path: Embrace Your Journey
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I was sitting in my room, with my cat Nova on my chest, and something about her — being both black and white — struck me. It made me think about how we all have two sides: a light side full of our hopes and dreams, and a dark side that we might not always
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On my birthday last year I found myself in conversation with one of my heroes, Robin Grille, a luminary in the fields of parenting and infant mental health. His perspectives have not only influenced me deeply but have also resonated with the core mission of Blossom and Berry. Here, I share three transformative insights from
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Becoming a parent is a journey filled with love, challenges, and immense learning. In my recent chat with Claire Holness, the founder of the Nurturing Hearts Method and known affectionately as the Mama Mentor, she shared invaluable insights drawn from her rich experience as a mother of five boys and a professional dedicated to empowering
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Today I want to share with you a journey close to my heart. It’s about the time I swapped my corporate suit for something that truly resonates with my soul: teaching baby massage and nurturing the bonds between parents and their precious little ones. Parenthood Transformed Me Becoming a mum to my Emily was a
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