So we’re two days into 2013 and Dexter has survived his first year-end with us as his mummy and daddy. The year passed pretty uneventfully to be honest as I fell asleep on the sofa at 11.30pm whilst Craig watched Channel 4′s House Party with a cheeky beer.

2013 is set to be a big one as I’ve decided to take on the mammoth challenge of losing weight and having a baby before the year is through. The first resolution is already well underway as the fridge is full of vegetables and fresh fruit and there’s a decided lack of carbs to snack on. I seem to be in the fridge every two minutes frantically searching for a bit of cheese or chocolate but it simply isn’t there to graze on.

Exercise will have to be light as we have no way of telling when I’ll fall pregnant (I’m pretty sure the midwife would get a bit moody with me if I start an Olympic programme in the first trimester!). There’s a new DVD out that I’m already eyeing up so I can at least pretend to exercise - What to Expect When You’re Expecting (The Workout) - the aim is to watch at least an hour of people in leotards everyday - hopefully I’ll be inspired to join in.

I’m sure joining the two-under-two club will also not be everyone’s cup of tea. I’m under no illusion that I’m letting myself in for a tough few years. However, it’s well thought through and Craig and I are 100% sure we’re doing the right thing for us. We always wanted for Dexter to have a sibling and it’s important to us that they’re close in age. Dexter is a really loving baby and is used well used to chaos and loud noises with all his toddler cousins - we already know he’ll make an excellent big brother and the two will become best buddies.

If I’m honest, I also really hate being pregnant and want to reclaim my body next year (2014). Having suffered with PND with Dex - many will think we’re idiots to add another little person to the mix - but I have always been a bit of a ‘all or nothing’ girl and I promise to take a big break before number 3 to focus on me. The thought of working hard to control my weight, then getting pregnant fills me with dread! I’d much rather eat healthily so I don’t gain too much this time around, then dedicate a few years to getting back in shape. By 2015 I’ll be super mum to two beautiful children and will be back to Kardashian size (I wish!).

Wish me luck guys! I wish you all every success with your own plans for 2013 x