How to Grow a Baby and Push It Out: A guide to pregnancy and birth straight from the midwife's mouth by Clemmie Hooper

How to Grow a Baby and Push It Out: A guide to pregnancy and birth straight from the midwife's mouth by Clemmie Hooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Everything you wanted to know but were too embarrassed to ask – a guide to pregnancy and birth straight from the midwife’s mouth.

Winner of the Gold and Consumer Choice award at the Mumii Best Baby and Toddler Gear Awards 2017

Mum to four little girls and midwife to many, Clemmie Hooper wants to share her knowledge, wisdom and stories about pregnancy, birth and mothering young children that aren’t so widely talked about – straight from the midwife’s mouth. From how to prevent tearing during birth to what you really need in your labour bag, Clemmie reveals everything pregnant women and new mums need to know with a good dose of humour and wit.


I got bought this as a present when I was 16 weeks pregnant. I had never thought about buying this to be honest but I found it very informative.

I really liked how the book was laid out in the number of weeks and explained parts of pregnancy. It also had other elements to the book such as real life stories from mum's and handy tips throughout.

Overall this really helped me prepare for the birth and made me feel more comfortable with it.

If you are a first time mum I recommend you buy this book.

Truly Happy Baby ... It Worked for Me: A practical parenting guide from a mum you can trust by Holly Willoughby

Truly Happy Baby ... It Worked for Me: A practical parenting guide from a mum you can trust by Holly Willoughby
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whether you’ve just had a baby or you’re about to welcome your new little bundle into the world, you probably have a LOT of questions …

I know I did! And I also know from first-hand experience with my three babies that one-size-fits all parenting doesn’t work. So this book is to help you find out what will work for you and your baby. I’ve included all the information and friendly advice I wish I’d been given before I became a mum for the first time, alongside the routines, shortcuts and tips that worked for me.

I hope this book will empower you during your first twelve months of parenthood to trust your own mummy intuition, and to care for your children in your own way – confidently and happily. We all have that intuition, we just need to learn to tune into it! With chapters on feeding, sleeping, wellbeing and lifestyle – as well as how to look after yourself – this book will equip you with all the know-how you need to get you through the sleepless nights and concerns, to all the magical first moments. It’s a collection of everything that worked for me as a new mum – and I hope it works for you, too.

Love, Holly xxx


Being a first time mum, it is daunting. I bought this book when I found out I was pregnant. I found this to be very informative, Holly although a celebrity, is one who is down to earth and I felt I could trust what she was saying after all, she has gone through it!

This is a book that I haven't read cover to cover but more of one that I can dip into when I feel the need. So far I have used it a lot and I feel I will continue to dip in and out of it. I love the layout of the book and also the images throughout.

I am tempted to purchase Holly's book on weaning so when the time comes I can be clued up with it.

I would recommend this to other first time mums.

mDesign Soft Fabric Over The Door Hanging Storage Organizer with 3 Large Pockets for Child/Baby Room or Nursery – Polka Dot Pattern, Pack of 2, Light Gray with White Dots £26.94

• TIDY AND ORGANISED: This door hanging organiser is perfect for use as a bedroom or wardrobe storage unit to help keep things orderly where it's needed most.
• EASY SET UP: Our over the door wardrobe can be easily hung on top of any standard sized interior door without the need for special brackets or drilling.
• FUNCTIONAL STORAGE: This hanging bedroom organiser is built for space-saving practicality and convenience. The neutral grey with a dotted white pattern makes it a great fit for any interior design look.
• ROBUST MATERIAL: The wardrobe organiser unit is made of a robust and breathable polypropylene material, which is highly durable to ensure a long usage life.
• IDEAL MEASUREMENTS: With dimensions of 33.0 cm x 11.4 cm x 91.4 cm, this hanging storage solution is suitable for all standard sized doors and offers plenty of space inside three integrated pockets.

Review:

I bought these to help with storage for my little one's things. I hang these together on the back of the bathroom door and they have created me so much space and all his things are nicely organised in them. 

I was a little disappointed that the structure within the material is only made from cardboard as I didn't think for the price it was very good, however the items you are likely to keep in this unit would tend to be light so I think it isn't an issue, it would have been nice though if they were more sturdy. 

Overall I am very pleased with this product and would recommend it to anyone who needs to create additional space for the baby's items. This for me was a better alternative than a changing unit as I didn't have the space for one of those. 

Polar Gear Baby Hand Bag Size Changing Mat (Black)

Polar Gear Baby Hand Bag Size Changing Mat (Black) £8.99

Product Details:

• Velcro Closure
• Folds Flat For Travel/ Storage
• 20cm x 40cm x 20cm
• Interior Pocket
• Padded

I bought this as a spare changing mat to keep downstairs so I don't have to keep going upstairs to get the main one. 

I am very impressed with it, it is padded and folds up nicely. It does include a net bag to keep a few (I think about 4) nappies in, however I don't use it as I don't take it out of the house. 

I would say if you wanted this for your changing bag, it maybe a little large depending on the size of your bag. 

It is easy to clean, just a wipe over as it is waterproof. My little boy loves just laying on the mat, he is transfixed by the dots! 

I would say it is easy to fold, however not with one hand while you are holding the baby as you need to fold both sides in in order to roll up. 

Overall I am very pleased with my purchase and would recommend it to others, perhaps as an additional mat for the house.