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Jessica Simmons

Tell us a bit about yourself? 

I’m 25, I’m engaged, been with my partner for 5 years , I love the gym, spending time at home and with family. 

What were you doing before babies/children?

I was just working and going to the gym. 

How did you come to be a mum?

Fell pregnant (wasn’t planned) 

What has your feeding journey been like?

My feeding journey was hard and wasn’t able to properly supply milk for my bub so had to stop and formula feed at 5 weeks. 

What has sleep been like in your house?

It has its good and bad days. Always sleep deprived though. 

The hardest bits…

Sleepless nights, PPD, Navigating being a parent while also trying to find myself. 

The best bits…

Watching my baby grow and being there for it all. 

How do you make time for yourself?

Go to gym, watch tv, pamper days! 

What’s next for you and your family?

Just for us on us and try to find time to do more (travel, holidays) 

If you could talk to your pre baby/kid self, what advice would you give?

Look after yourself, trust the process, don’t stress on things you cannot control, don’t listen to all the noise and go with what you think is best for you and your child.