Not enough. This is purely because I’m pregnant though and we’re both too exhausted to come up with date night ideas that don’t involve alcohol. We’re not short of willing baby-sitters (nor cash thankfully), I just don’t think you can beat a nice meal, a relaxing glass of wine, and a spot of dodgy mum-and-dad-dancing.
7. Your childs favourite show?
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Much to my annoyance, it seems to be Mister Maker. He has a little bop during the theme tune and looks eagerly at me when Mister Maker makes something naff out of yoghurt pots, googley eyes and cotton wall. This show riles me like no other as it requires so many bits and bobs that you just don’t have in your home - instead you spend a fortune in HobbyCraft to make something that entertains your child for all of 30 seconds.
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8. Name one thing you bought before you had your baby and never ended up using?
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A few things - nappy bins, nappy stackers and room thermometers are pretty high up there. I’m sure these things have happy homes in other people’s houses, but they never made it of my cupboard.
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9. Your child’s favourite food?
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Dex would be happy on a diet of chips, lasagna and shepherds pie forever more. He’s pretty partial to Mini Cookies too. Oh dear, this makes him sound like a future candidate for Supersize vs Superskinny… He does eat plenty of fruit too - honest! (Here’s a previous post on
tips for dealing with fussy eaters - See? No need to get on to Social Services).
10. How many cars does your family have?
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Two. Craig has a work van, and we also have a clapped out family car. I don’t drive - in fact, I’ve crashed three cars, run over a dog, and a person’s foot throughout my 5+ years of lessons. It is one of my goals this year to get behind the wheel of an automatic - but don’t worry, expectation is understandably low from my family members.
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11. Weight gain before pregnancy, during and after and now?
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I’ve always been curvy. In-between pregnancies I sat uncomfortably between a 14-16, but my natural size is closer to a 12-14. I’m sure I’ll make a few half-arsed attempts to lose some weight when Mini Madam arrives - maybe jog up the stairs a few times, or watch a few Davina McCall DVDs from the safety of the sofa, but I wouldn’t want to go any smaller than a size 12 as I have big boobs so might end up like Dolly Parton.
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12. Dream holiday with your kids?
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I suspect lots of mums have answered Disney Land / World / or whatever other garish monstrosity these guys have built around the globe. Personally I’d rather place my head in a vice but I’m reliably informed it’s great for mini people so assume we’ll wind up there at some point.
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Instead, I’d plump for Australia. We’re hoping to move out there in a few years time despite the fact I’ve never been! Craig has been, and I trust his instincts on this, but I’d love to see it before I commit. Would be pretty scary stepping off the plane for the first time without a home to go home to!
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13. Dream holiday without your kids?
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Lake Como on a wedding planning venture.
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14. How has your life changed since your baby has been born?
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I’ve become one of those irritating women who spam people on Facebook with images and statuses about her children.
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15. Finish the sentence: ‘It makes my heart melt to see …
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Craig and Dexter playing together. I love my boys with every fibre of my being and couldn’t have dreamed of a better daddy for Dex… plus this means I’m hands-free for a few more minutes.
16. Where do you shop for your kids?
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Anywhere really. We love H&M and Zara but you’re just as likely to find me looking for bargains in Primark or on eBay. I don’t see the need to dress Dexter in designer clothes everyday - he always looks adorable and that’s all that matters at his age. We’ll save the pennies now so we can deck him out in A&F, Superdry, and whatever else is deemed as ‘cool’ when he’s in the throws of adolescence.
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17. Favourite makeup and skincare products?
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Clinque, Lancome, Estee Lauder, MAC… you don’t really care about this, do you?
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18. Huggies or Pampers?
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We swore by Pampers when Dex was weeney but have quickly worked out that ASDA’s Little Angels are equally up to the task and ten times cheaper. It’s trial and error with these things but when it comes down to it, they catch poo = no need to spend a fortune. I feel the need to clarify that this is the only thing I’ll brave ASDA for - it’s my idea of hell in there.
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19. Have you always wanted kids?
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Nope. It wasn’t until I met Craig (aged 29) that I even thought about it. I used to smirk a little when I went on Facebook and saw old school friends with 2 or 3 kids and married - like I somehow knew better. Seems they had it right from the beginning and the joke is on me.
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20. Best part about being a mum?
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The unknown. I love the unwavering love that Dexter has for me, every cuddle, and seeing him hit each milestone - but I know there’s so much more to come from my little man (and his sister). There’s a whole world for them to make their mark in, and I can’t wait to wipe away their tears and celebrate their successes with the man I’m lucky enough to wake up next to every morning.
Now to tag some of you…
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Jacinta from Jacintax3
Donna from Redhead Babyled
Dawn from Mummys Little Peeps
