Despatches from a mother who started late (and is running to catch up)

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I am writing Fashionably Late, an irreverent guide to having children later in life. Did you become a mother over 35? If so, and you'd like to tell me your story please contact me at mail@motheratlarge.com.

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Last days of breastfeeding

Yesterday K and I had what I know was our last breastfeed together. We sat in the rocking chair and she suckled for a few minutes, then noticed something on the carpet that demanded closer inspection. She detached herself from me, indicated in no uncertain terms she wanted down, and crawled off to look at whatever it was. She didn't look back, and somehow that seemed right, and I took it as confirmation of doing the right thing, though part of my heart was hurting.

Posted 26 March 2007 21:53

Breastfeeding Daughter

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Mother at Large

Welcome to this site. It's based on my personal experiences of becoming a mother a little later in life. If, like me, you waited a while to have children you're in good company. More and more of us are waiting until our late 30s or even 40s to become parents. Some might even say we're fashionably late.

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Mother at Large dreams of crossing the Pyrenees with her young daughter. For now, getting to playgroup takes all her energy. To find out more read her full profile.

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Edinburgh Unesco City of Literature
Mothers 35 Plus: information for older mothers.
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Pelvic Partnership - invaluable help and advice for women suffering pelvic pain during and after pregnancy. And remember, Edinburgh mums-to-be suffering this debilitating condition can self-refer to hospital physios at ERI. No longer any need to go via your GP.