Poppy was 19 and a half months old when the first mum from our antenatal group announced her second pregnancy.  While there had been whispers about another early pregnancy, this one was official—and it hit me hard.  Of course, I was happy and excited for her and her family, but with some unexpected sadness too.  Later on, came the realisation that explained this sadness…the choice was effectively never there for me!  The feeling that you lack the freedom to…was quite crushing.

Family trip to the local Gym Jam last Sunday, a chaotic rec centre filled with 1-4 year old, bikes, balls and a bouncy castle.  A great outing for a wet Spring day in Wellington!