Things I’ve learnt since becoming a parent

June 27, 2016

Being a parent is tough. How many times have you heard that being bandied around! Yes, it’s tough, like so many other things in life, but it’s also lots of fun! Parenthood is a huge learning curve. You’ll make lots of mistakes and cry more times than you’ll ever admit that you did, but when it comes down to it, you’ll do anything for your children.

Here are a few things I’ve learnt since becoming a parent.

1. I don’t know if it’s an old wives tale, but it really does work. For us anyway. When one of the girls has a bad night time cough, we apply vix to their feet and then pop some socks on it. It really does help to ease the cough. However, whatever you do don’t touch your eyes straight after applying it! I learnt this the hard way and very watery eyes as a result!

2. What is it with kids and ketchup? We seem to go through at least one bottle a week! They have it with everything! My best advice – stock up!
4. Keep the baby bath, shampoo, shower gel and pretty much anything else in a bottle, out of reach from children during bath time. If you don’t your kids probably use them to make ‘potions’!
5. Always tidy the Lego away or invest in a pair of Lego slippers!
6. It might seem like a good idea at the time to let your child brush your hair, but it’s not! It won’t be relaxing at all! In fact you might even end up bald!
7. Children have no concept of you being busy. If i’m in the shower, quite often one of the girls will walk in and ask me to get them something to eat or find their favourite toy!

8. Never trust your child with a secret! They’ll find the most inopportune to tell the world!

Emily

I started Twin Mummy and Daddy in 2012.  

Over time Twin Mummy and Daddy has gone from strength to strength. I write about our family life, my love for running and our passion for adventure and travel.  

We’ve also started living a more eco-friendly life. As such I also write about our zero waste journey in a bid to encourage others to think about the impact they have on the environment.

I’m a keen runner and in April 2019 I ran the London Marathon for an amazing charity called WellChild. It’s one of my biggest achievements to date. I raised over £2,000 for the charity and learnt so much along the way.

This year we’re passionate about spending time outdoors. We’ll be sharing our travel, days out and camping adventures right here on Twin Mummy and Daddy.

2 Comments

  • India-Robyn

    June 27, 2016 at 7:25 am

    This is sweet! My sister would love this post, as she totally gets the thing about having no concept of being busy. X

    Reply

  • Mellissa Williams

    June 27, 2016 at 12:31 pm

    I've heard about the tip with Vix, and you are right, never trust your child with a secret! I think there is a story to tell there…

    Reply

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