For as long as I can remember, I have been anxious at the thought of breastfeeding. I’m really not sure why BUT it has always freaked me out….

It doesn’t matter whether I am walking through the shops, or at work, if a baby walks past or comes in the room, I would and will always stare in awe. I have always known I have wanted to be a mum…

Speak up for yourself and ask for help when you need it, you don’t have to suffer in silence…

Look after yourself, trust the process, don’t stress on things you cannot control, don’t listen to all the noise and go with what you think is best for you and your child….

I have looked after so many children over the years, but this is so different. This child is all mine, I made him and he is so amazing…

I love breastfeeding but it took (literal) blood, sweat and tears to maintain exclusive breastfeeding - we’re still going strong…

I'm still learning how to do this! Finally, I have started to really realise that filling my own cup isn't selfish - it's necessary….

Feeding my babes has been mostly straightforward. I’ve always had to push through the first week where my nipples feel like they get chewed up and spat back out…

Tyson latched perfectly and I ABSOLUTELY LOVED breastfeeding.

She touches them for comfort, and I mean, any nipples she can get her hands on – not just mine. I can’t wait to tell everyone at her 21st.

Learn how to advocate for your children don't let others opinions make you doubt your knowledge of your child and their behaviours..

I’m so blessed, from about 4.5 months my little monkeys have slept through 7 to 7. They’re also good sleepers through the day. I am completely aware how extremely lucky I am haha, especially having two babes!

You do you - I live by this now, but at the beginning you are so bombarded with information and the sense of overwhelm that you might find yourself clinging to any sort of advice/routine.

Adjust your expectations of what you will be getting done and focus on the little wins. Doing one thing a day is more than enough. The housework can wait!

I love the laughter that fills my lounge room. The daycare pick up cuddles. The list is forever growing!

What a whirlwind Motherhood is and nothing pulls on the heart strings quite like it.

We’re accepted to the books of the fertility specialist but can’t see her for another 8 weeks which felt like forever when you’re living month to month on hope and dreams…

I am currently seeking some help mentally to provide me with some tools on how I can just switch off and relax. Enjoy some me time…

I did pregnancy and the first year of motherhood alone, I met my current partner at work, and for that i’m grateful that I worked this job.

Don't be hard on yourself, don't compare and if it works for you then brilliant, thats great, keep doing YOU!