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About me - Rhianna Suttie-Gunson

Like many of us here at Helium, being a writer is a long held dream of mine. Even in my early teens I can remember thinking... ... "one day I will be a famous writer"

Of course one thing that has held me back is the fact that I don't write all that regularly.

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers How to get your toddler to start talking: 2 of 6
Most parents are eager for the child to start talking, until they won't stop and then a minutes silence feels like a true blessing! Ultimately children will start talking when they feel like it. For some this may be earlier rather than later or vice versa. As with everything children nothing is set in stone. Having said that... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Feeding & Breastfeeding When to hand your baby a spoon to feed himself: 1 of 3
Independence. A trait encouraged by most parents and longed for by all babies. However the road to independent feeding can be long and messy. In fact at times it can be incredibly messy, but it is a road that all must travel down sooner or later. The real debate in deciding when to hand your baby a spoon is primarily based o... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Children's Activities (Other) Fun games to play in the car with your kids: 6 of 17
Traveling with kids in the car can be a parents worst nightmare. Especially if the journey is long. Don't worry! Help is at hand. The secrect to maintaining harmony with children is to make them an integral part of what is happening. Children are most responsive when they feel involved and important. If they are unable to be... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Who am I? Exploring what defines a person: 11 of 30
Who am I? A question that I have been responding to a lot of late. Almost every site that you are a member of has an 'about me' page. Like most people I have my standard I am a mother of two I am this, I am that and all the rest of it. As I went onto automatic pilot the other day filling in the details, it dawned on me that ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Sleep Issues Tips for calming down baby: 5 of 13
Calming a Baby. Being the mother of two very calm, happy and rarely upset children I feel it is only fair to share my secrets. That is not to say that my children never cry, throw tantrums or get upset, for they do. However when they do experience distress and discomfort I have found effective ways to calm them. Before I go ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Sleep Issues Survival tips for new parents: How to get extra sleep while caring for babies: 5 of 13
"Sleep when your baby sleeps" The best advice any new mother should heed. Forget about the dishes, the sweeping, dirty nappies or any other chore that may need doing. They are no longer important. As a new parent the most important thing for you and your baby is ensuring that you are all getting the required amount of sleep.... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Feeding & Breastfeeding What you need to know about breastfeeding: 7 of 17
Ultimately breastfeeding is a skill. One that mother and child will learn together in the first few weeks of the baby's life. For some it is natural and just seems to happen, and for some it feels like a battle. Unlike our animal counterparts human babies don't always just latch on, they often need assistance and support. Ho... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) The joy of motherhood: 17 of 41
Realizing I was destined for mothering was a startling revelation I will never forget. It was shortly after the birth of my second child. My eldest, already five, was a delight and motherhood already had been nothing but a pleasure for me. I still had never thought that being a mother was my true calling in life. Until now. ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Considerations before becoming a parent: 26 of 62
Entering the life of a parent is not something to be taken lightly. In fact it is something that requires great consideration. After all being a parent is a life long commitment. It requires dedication, consistency, patience and large amounts of understanding. It is a selfless, stressful, nerve wrecking and even at time hear... More..
Relationships & Family > Married Life Should working men have to do chores: 11 of 26
Should anyone have to do chores? Wouldn't the world be a wonderful place if we were all exempt from the tiresome duties collectively known as chores? No more washing dishes, or hanging washing on the line. Freedom from the perils of dusting, sweeping and mopping. Oh, if only that were the way! Whether we like it or not chore... More..