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About me - Hilary Peer

I love writing, but writing about me is so difficult, I don't want to bore you with all the standard stuff like how old I am, how many kids I have and where I come from.

What I will say is that I am a new writer on Helium, and am really enjoying it. My brain

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Babies (Other) Ways to build attachment with your baby: 5 of 20

You are at the end of your pregnancy and all your thoughts are on the baby. You want to see her, you are wondering what she’ll look like but at the forefront of your mind you are wondering will you love her when you see her, will there be an immediate bond between you. Everyone tells you it's a natural feeling, as soon...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: The perfect first date: 4 of 14

Reflections: The Perfect First Date All of us can tell cute, sad or silly first date stories. Every first date leads somewhere, whether to further dates, a steamy hot night, or just a simple bye, bye. Whatever it leads to, they always make for a good conversation piece. We love to talk about them even if the outcome is not s...
Relationships & Family > Marriage Psychology How does love change you: 2 of 6

"Love makes you softer around the edges" that's what my husband said when I asked him this question. I love this description. Love is such a strong emotion, and the wonderful thing about it, is that it takes so many forms and there is always enough of it to go around. Love as a habit of creeping up on us without warning and ...
Relationships & Family > Break-Ups & Exes 'It's not you, it's me': Common excuses for breaking up: 3 of 5

' It's not you, it's me.' common excuses for breaking up Don't you just hate that excuse? I know I do. Instead of actually just coming clean and telling the truth, why not hide behind this famous break up line. Wouldn't it be kinder just to say, sorry love this isn't working, or look something is wrong in this relationship, ...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Feeding & Breastfeeding Should women be allowed to breastfeed in public areas?: 53 of 80

A definite YES! I don't understand why we are still talking about this, what is so offensive about a woman feeding her baby in the most natural way. The fact that this is still subject for debate just shocks me. Being a mum of two daughters I can talk from first hand experience that breast feeding is a truly special experien...
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Tu Bishvat customs: 2 of 3

Tu Bishvat is the New year for trees. The name is derived from the Hebrew date of the holiday, the 15th of Shvat 'TU' stands for the Hebrew numerals "Tet Vav" which is fifteen. Tu Bishvat is one of four new years in the Jewish calender. In Israel the land comes alive at this time of year. All the plants a...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Problems Parents Face How to cope with new mommy boredom: 19 of 25

Is it really boredom that Mums feel when being at home with their baby? From my own experience I would say it's more the feeling of being unsure of what to do and a little bit of insecurity. Before I had my two little girls, I worked with babies and young children for seven years. Even with all this experience and knowledge,...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Diapering What to pack in a diaper bag: 7 of 8

The diaper bag is basically a survival kit for you and your baby. Of course it must be easy and comfortable to carry; most strollers come with matching ones that can be easily attached to the stroller. Try and use the diaper bag for all of your personals too, no need to carry another bag with you. I find checking the bag the...