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Urban explorer

Ari started crawling about five weeks ago – and promptly turned our world upside down all over again. While adjusting to the new reality of having a moving baby hasn’t been without its challenges (babyproofing allll the things), it’s such a joy to watch him move and see his face light up as he makes
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On finding your parenting groove: Books, blogs, mags and more

Having a baby is one huge learning-on-the-job gig, isn’t it? And while there are a few bits you can prepare for (hello 30+ home-cooked meals we had in our chest freezer before Ari was born 😆), you can’t really prepare for what life will be like once this new little person joins your family. As
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Lisbon for Lovers: A romantic stroll through the city

Golden sunsets, cobbled, winding streets to get lost in, stunning views – there’s no denying that Lisbon is a romantic spot to explore. Since moving here, I get a lot of messages asking for recommendations (and if you’re planning a visit, do hit me up), and loads of these are from couples, many on honeymoons,
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Six things I’ve learned from six months of breastfeeding

This week marks six months of breastfeeding Ari. In many ways, six months doesn’t seem all that long. But it still amazes me to look at his cheerful, gloriously chubby little face and know that my body has nurtured him for all this time. As we approach the wonderful messy land of weaning, I’m reflecting
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Link love

“When it’s over, I want to say: all my life I was a bride married to amazement.” – Mary Oliver (1935-2019) Tearing up over this lovely post on Mary Oliver, which includes a rare recording of her reading Wild Geese. The Story of Marvel’s first Queer Latina Super Hero: Gorgeous, inspiring, heart-warming TED video (via Swiss