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November 13, 2018

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Ur looking at the wedding of Dalton Mort, as she breastfeeds her 2.5 year-old daughter Ellora at the alter. Swipe to see the toddler being carried in a sling down the aisle too. Dream wedding 💔💔💔 Pic by @fireandgoldphoto via @popsugar @thebump . . #toddlersofinstagram #breastfeedingmom #breastfedtoddler #breastfedbaby #breastfeedingmum #breastfeedingmama #breastfeeding #parenting #whitewedding #normalisebreastfeeding #normalizebreastfeeding #babywearing #attachmentparenting #gentleparenting #attachmentparent #kidsatweddings #toddlerwedding #wokemama

💪But toddlers tell me exactly what the F to do/wear/eat/sing/breathe. 😬 Resist the toddler regime by dropping love bombs not f bombs 💔💔💔 pic via @ashlyn.brierre @slaythepatriarchy . . . #fvalentines #feministmama #feministmum #feminism #slaythepatriachy #happyvday #happyvalentinesday #happyvalentines #feministaf #feminist #feministvalentines #parenting #londonblogger #toddlersofinstagram

Sums up life rn.🍑It's a good day when runny poo means just 1 swipe. 🎉 Don't ask about the bad days.. 🤺💩 . . . Pic by @mamaslaylife 💜 #parentingtruths #parenting #parentsofinstagram #toddlersofinstagram #toddlerlife #pottytraining #toilettraining #toddlermum #toddlermum #londonblogger #bootycall #wipeout #fml

She got 99 problems & a sis is legit most of them. Advice on sibling issues hmu? 😭💜 . It's mainly the classic jealousy/attention stuff. Like if zia cries or needs me, iyra kicks off. Usually with her own oscar-winning tantrum or with a bit of hitting me and sis. 😔 She is also having nightmares and prob related but bedtime lasts about 48 years. . I am reading Siblings Without Rivalry and Calm Parents, Happy Siblings. Got the magical @sarahockwellsmith's book next. 🔬 But i just need to know one thing that nobody can ever answer anyway. How long will this last?!?! . . . . #siblings #siblingrivalry #gentleparenting #attachmentparent #attachmentparenting #consciousmom #consciousmum #gentleparent #hippiemum #hippemama #responsiveparenting #parenting #sistersofinstagram #sisters #adviceplease #londonblogger #ap #calmparentshappykids #lifewith2 #wtfamidoingtho

Daily struggle 😬😂 OK REAL TALK. So.. we've been pretty busy on our other billion lives & therefore content has been slower than a toddler getting dressed in the morning. But 2019 is when we kickstart the blog back to life. We mf pinky promise! Aaaaaand we also wana share more of YOUR kickass wisdom. 👸🏾👸🏽👸 . 💜 are U up for it? If you wana blog about anything gentle/green/conscious parenting related & errryting inbetween, DM us! Or if you up for writing a #WokeMama profile, DM or hit wokemamas.com/meetme. You are all incredible and the world needs to hear from ya. . Also - if you wana let us know what u do or do not like about the blog and gram, please be honest. What do you wana see more of? Who, when and where? We won't bite (unlike some vampire babies). 😁 . #parenting #londonblogger #ukblogger #usblogger #bloggersofinstagram #breastfeeding #newblog #newmum #newmom #newmama #greenparenting #ecoparenting #attachmentparenting #feministmama #raisingdaughters #raisingboys #raisingfeminists #wokemamas

Just in case u need a bit more mum guilt: second babies got ur back 😬💜 . . . Pic via @melinatedmommy #secondbaby #mumguilt #momguilt #motherhood #londonblogger #secondchild #secondkid #siblings #milestonecards #firstbabies #parentingmemes

You're no less of a mother for not wanting to be ANYWHERE near your kids for a bit, sometimes. But you're definitely more of a human. 💜 . . . . . . pic @enlightenedcam via @barneytopple #gentleparenting #attachmentparenting #ap #parenting #londonblogger #breastfeeding #breastfeedingmum #breastfeedingmom #breastfeedingmama #breastisnormal #selfcare #parentingart #motherhoodart #motherhood #parentingtruths #wokemamas

👸🏾🍊🧀🥪🥛does her bag smell like fermented fruit with a suspicious soggy pocket tho 🍎 . . . Pic by @hilarioushumanitarian #parentingtruths #parenting #londonblogger #blackparent #motherhood #parentingmemes #weaning #babyledweaning #gentleparent #toddlersofinstagram #beyonce #blueivy #wokemama

Werk werk werk.🍼When will we reach a point in society where parents outside of a workplace (either maternity leave, part or full time workers or SAHM) are seen as doing a relentless 24/7 unpaid job? It may be beautiful, nourishing and fun some of the time, but it's literally back breaking, sometimes soul sucking & always thankless. And we do it on ZERO sleep. 🧟‍♀️😭 Population and natural resources issues aside 😱 - we may 💙 what we do but we're building everyone's future for FREE. Our time is a big gold cheque that we just can't cash. Yet. 👑 . . #breastfeeding #normalizebreastfeeding #normalisebreastfeeding #breastisnormal #gentleparenting #attachmentparenting #parenting #londonblogger #wokemamas tweet via @barneytopple

🤮 #WokeMama Simone knows how to turn germs into lols.. (but sorry if we gave U this mutha of all bugs!!) Hope everyone is staying as healthy as possible in that bish of a zombiepocalypse out there 💔 . RG @bossmotherhood If the dark side of Suge Knight’s Death Row Records, Leopold II of Belgium & Dracula came together to design a flu virus then me and my 2.5 year old caught it this week. We’re slowly coming out of it looking like Beetle Juice, so we’re still suffering. We’ve got dark circles around our eyes and chapped lips but do you know what? I highly recommend it. . If you want to shed all those extra pounds from 2018 or you’re looking to lose that stubborn postnatal belly you’ve been trying to shift for years then clear out your calendar for a week, get infected by this Armageddon flu, plus strengthen your baby’s immune system along the way. Winning! . In Berlin I met a lot of parents who actively wanted their babies to catch as many cold viruses as possible. One mum threw a viral baby party to build up her baby’s immunity. With over 200 common cold viruses out there, i guess it’s best to get the ball rolling early on . If you want to feel glam under the influence of the flu virus, then ride that loss of appetite pony like John Wayne by going on a Hollywood juicing fast too. Down blends of celery, spinach, ginger, cucumber, turmeric, garlic, kale, avocado, Manuka honey (UMF Certified) for breakfast, lunch and dinner :-) . Its equivalent to Nicole Kidman’s pre-award weight loss plan but without having to fly to LA and pay a fortune for it. . So now back to the REALITY of managing a toddler on day 6 of a killer flu: We’re practically in quarantine, bedridden, we both have Rottweiler barking coughs. My toddler is howling through each night waking up the neighbours, crying & begging me to make this flu go away. Hmmm. Very far from my glam Hollywood colonic fantasy isn’t it? . Anyways, I’ve gotta ride this shizzle out. Wish me luck . #momlife #flu #motherhood #deathrowrecords#virus #momblogger #londonmum

Has anyone else worked out how to text, drink tea and answer the door with their feet yet? Mama circus freaks collective smh 🙄 . . . . . Art by @romper #normalisebreastfeeding #normalizebreastfeeding #breastfeedingmom #breastfeedingmama #breastfeedingmother #breastfeedingmum #breastfeedingbaby #breastfeedingtoddler #breastfeedingnewborn #clusterfeeding #growthspurt #newmom #newmum #newmama #newmother #breastisnormal #breastfedbaby #breastfednewborn #breastfedtoddler #gentleparenting #attachmentparening #wokemamas

Meet magical #WokeMama Mika @mygreatestwonders 💔 who says: "Question EVERYTHING, especially in regards to your children. You are their biggest and often only advocate, so be one." . We couldn't choose which of her beautiful mega pro photos to share so here are a few of our favs.. 😁 Follow Mika's stunning life at @mygreatestwonders (why does she not have 1bn followers already?!) and read her full interview on our blog wokemamas.com now, link in bio ⬆️ . #breastfeeding #normalizebreastfeeding #normalisebreastfeeding #breastfeedingweek #nationalbreastfeedingweek #breastfedtoddler #breastfedbaby #breastfeedingbaby #breastfeedingtoddler #breastfeedingmama #breastfeedingmom #breastfeedingmum #breastfeedingmother #tandemfeeding #attachmentparenting #gentleparenting #responsiveparenting #consciousparenting #wokemamas

💔 RG @lobellaloves_jo ⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING ⚠️ These statistics from the 2018 MBRRACE study are shocking but sadly not new. Maternal suicide is the fifth most common cause of women’s deaths during pregnancy, but is currently (and has been for some time) THE leading cause of death of mums with an under one year old in the UK. This is as shocking as it is heartbreaking, especially with greater awareness of the importance of mental health during pregnancy and in the first year after birth. But still it’s hard to see in the cold light of day, it’s hard to face as I was almost part of this statisitc. It’s hard as there is still a long way to go in recognising symptoms, supporting women with mental health problems and providing access to specialist perinatal mental health care. It’s hard as so many of these deaths are preventable with early detection and support. It’s hard. It’s hard but lets not give up, it’s hard but let’s try and change this together. Check on your friends. Reach out. Ask twice. If you, a loved one or a friend feels overwhelmed or like they need help, go see your GP. You’re allowed to find this hard. And remember if you need more urgent care: call the Samaritans, call 999 or go to A&E. You are not alone, you have not failed and it’s ok not to be ok 🖤#letschangethematernalsuciciderate#maternalsuicide #maternalsuicideprevention

Just wana throw some 💙 to original #WokeMama Jasmin @_mothernurture ⬅️ follow her wise self! RG: Motherhood Is a balance between keeping that crown on because every now and then it hangs down my head, but these little gems I am raising know how to bring it back up and when they do I wear it HIGH! . 📷 by @chynaming_ #motherhoodforme #mothernurture #creatingagoodlife #raisinghappykids #raisingmothers #selflove #proudmama #brilliantgirls #idothisforeal💪 #mines #honestmotherhood #blackmomsblog

I mean.. 😱 Having been through 3 pretty evil & sometimes bloody biting stages with kid no.1, am not mega excited by the faint white first tooth I've just spotted in kid no.2. Sure i just felt my boob retract in fear 🧛‍♂️🦇

Meet #WokeMama Lucy, who says she chose #gentleparenting because "It is based on scientific theory and results in more confident, independent children… why would you NOT do it?!" . Being a #WokeMama to her means "being child-led as much as possible. But also, it means researching as much as possible to find the best way of raising a happy child and in turn having a happy, healthy family." . Follow homeopathy pro Lucy @lucyfmweston & you can read her full interview on the blog now - link in our bio ❤❤❤ . . . . . #attachmentparenting #attachmentparent #gentlemama #gentlemom #gentlemum #gentlemother #consciousparenting #homeopathy #responsiveparenting #wokemamas

Mental health doesn't have to be scary: @club_mental shares tips below (thanks for asking our advice!) 💔💔💔💔 . RG: ..a study in the “Sex Roles” journal found that a majority of married/partnered mothers—even with involved fathers—assume all or most of the family scheduling & other “mental housework.” Result? A hit on mom’s well-being. 🤱🏾 Per @scarymommy: In the study, 9/10 moms said they alone book family schedules; 8/10 were the only ones who knew what's going on at school; 7/10 cared for the kids’ emotional needs. 🤱🏻 So…how can moms achieve better mental health, other than (of course) getting dads more involved in this mental housework? Two motherhood pros share thoughts. 🤱🏿 The pro: @murphy.nuala, CEO and founder of @moment.health, an app that aids in maternal (and paternal) emotional and mental health 🔻”Realizing we don’t have to do it all is really important. Asking for help or indeed—and dare I say it—dropping our standards of order or ‘things to be done’ is critical to prioritizing time on things that bring us balance.” 🔻”I use the Moment Health App to track my moods regularly [so] I know when and where and why I’m feeling frustrated, annoyed, content. I added in a custom tag for husband or barking dog, being at home or at work, because it helped me see my stressors.” 🤱🏼 The pro: Cle, co-founder of @wokemamas 🔻”Integrate mindfulness into your life. [Read] ‘The Power of Now’—life-changing words that make you see each problem as a test or challenge to learn and grow from.” 🔻”Sleep is obviously the key to everything. On the really bad nights, saying goodbye to my usual pattern of staying up late to ‘be me’ (i.e., see partner, watch shows, read, chat on my phone) and instead going to bed early really helps me survive.” 🔻”Vent on @whatsapp. Talking to friends eases stress in instant micro levels and in the long term.” 🔻”Being outside is so good for our synapses. Just seeing that green stuff raises our mood. So choose kids' activities where you can see some sky and feel some dirt in your nails. We love forest school, football, the park, and nature trails. Or just plain jumping in puddles. . [Pic @newmumonline @mummymilestones]

Shout out to all the working boobs. I mean mamas. Ya made it to Friday like an over-inflated bouncy castle qween 🍼⚽️⚽️👑 . . . #breastfeedingmom #normalizebreastfeeding #normalisebreastfeeding #breastfednewborn #breastfedtoddler #breastfeedingmama #breastfeedingmum #breastfeedingtoddler #breastfeesingnewborn #breastfedbaby #breastfeedingbaby #breastfeedingweek #wokemama #breastfeedingmeme #breastisnormal

Don't compare the sun, moon & stars.. we need all of them for the sky to bloom innit 🌞 . . . Art by @common_wild via @alexandrasacksmd #wokemamas #newmum #newmom #newmama #newmother #millenialparenting #millenialmum #consciousparenting #responsiveparenting #attachmentparenting #gentleparent #gentleparenting #breastfeedingtrauma #breastfeedingmom #breastfeedingmum #breastfedbaby #mumguilt #parentingart #parentingmemes #parentingquotes

You win some zzzzzs you lose some zzzzzs, but wouldn't change it for the world ❤ . . . . Via @redpiratess #cosleeper #cosleeping #cosleep #bedsharing #bedshare #attachmentparent #attachmentparenting #gentleparent #gentlemother #gentlemama #gentleparenting #responsiveparenting #consciousparenting #ap #nct #millenialparenting #wokemamas

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