Crying (Mostly Me): Our Newborn Days
We were delirious with love — and sleep deprivation. The newborn phase hit like a truck: long nights, endless nappies, and a baby in a pink ballerina sleepsuit. But somewhere in the chaos, we found something beautiful. Here's what those early weeks with Jude really looked like.
Hospital Bubble: Sleep-Deprived, Sore, and a Little Bit in Love
Pregnancy was done. Labour? Survived. And just like that, it was me, Dan, and our baby boy, Jude — tucked away in a strange, sacred little bubble of hospital life. From adrenaline-fuelled cuddles to post-birth toast that deserved a Michelin star, those early days were chaotic, emotional, and full of magic. Here’s what really goes down in the hospital and it’s just you, your partner, and a very tiny human.
Introduction
Hi, I’m Sophie - a brand new, slightly bewildered mum navigating motherhood one meltdown at a time. I started this blog to share the messy, honest side of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum - the bits no one warns you about, and the beautiful, bizarre chaos that comes with them. If you’re looking for raw, real stories and a little bit of solidarity, you’re in the right place.