- October 16, 2014
9 universal truths about early motherhood
By Rachel on October 16, 2014Read moreWow, we survived a month and half with Charlie Bear! And I've learned a heck of a lot during that time. Here are 9 universal truths about early parenthood that I'm sure any new parent can relate to (and wannabe parents should read!)
2 - October 9, 2014
A day in the life of Charlie + me
By Rachel on October 9, 2014Read moreI used to do a LOT during my day. Writing articles, interviewing people, dealing with three websites. I was looking forward to a change of pace having Charlie. But I also thought I’d have time to do stuff. BAHAHAHAHA. Was I deluded. You actually don’t have time to do anything when you’re caring for a newborn. Here’s a typical...
- October 2, 2014
Charlie’s here! And, how we’re doing three weeks in.
By Rachel on October 2, 2014Read moreYep, Mr Chick and I have finally welcomed baby Charlie into the world – as revealed in the last Up The Duff column. Isn’t he delicious? This post is the start of a new series I’ll be writing about motherhood. (Beware: some gushing ahead.) When I was pregnant, Charlie actually being here in the flesh felt so surreal. I...
- September 21, 2014
UP THE DUFF Week 41: Meet baby Charlie!
By Rachel on September 21, 2014Read moreI’m back people! And, I’m so happy to introduce you to Charlie the chicklet, who arrived in the world a couple of weeks ago weighing 8 pounds and measuring 50.5cm. For me, it feels like a lifetime ago, but in a good way. Sleep deprivation and explosive nappies aside, I’m loving getting to know my little guy after so...
- August 26, 2014
UP THE DUFF Week 40: And yep, still pregnant.
By Rachel on August 26, 2014Read moreLast Saturday I was convinced the chicklet was coming. I had a slight show. I had cramps. I had flu-like symptoms. And I had the kind of back pain that required a heat pack constantly and only eased when I sat down. I felt restless and cranky and didn’t quite know where to put myself. I told Mr Chick...
