BABY UPDATE + Q&A | BREASTFEEDING, GIRLS NAMES & LABOUR PAINS

[@JKandCharlie]

I found an actual nursing cover the best thing for feeding in public with a wriggly baby as nothing can slip off. You pop it round your neck, and pop them under and it worked a treat. A lot of people criticise for using covers but for me it built my confidence and also meant he fed without getting distracted and then usually dosed off! Get them in mothercare or online xx

[@kaitlinalexandra2831]

I couldn't help but laugh when Elliot was sick, love how real you are

[@electroclick]

I'd love to see health anxiety & pregnancy video! I have health anxiety and I worry about how I will cope with it when I eventually am pregnant ALL THE TIME. It really worries me that it will trigger my anxiety.. would really love to hear you speak about it xx

[@TheLipGoss]

The best tip I got was try feeding in front of a mirror at home. Not only can you practice latching discreetly but you'll realise how little anyone can really see. xx

[@lauraj4968]

I have health anxiety and would be so so interested in a video of how you dealt with labour/pregnancy! I'm still a few years off thinking of having children but the worry is in the back of my mind so I'd love to know how you got through it :) Love your videos and think you are so inspiring! Both Archie and Elliot are super cute 💖

[@leliza7161]

Wow he is the absolute image of Rikki!! I've been watching since your jack wills haul all the way back at the beginning to it is an absolute joy to see you with your lovely boys now!! You're only a couple of years older than me and you've always been one step ahead of me in life things so I absolutely love watching your videos and how gorgeous everything is for you💚xx

[@sophiexsimsx8266]

Kate! I LOVE your videos, they're so good and your editing is amazing. I love watching them! Your such a good mum, well done and keep it up! Xx

[@alcrout1321]

Loving this - I am 27 weeks today with my first (a baby girl!) My husband and I are over the moon excited, and I have been enjoying your baby series this week.

[@rowclaire27]

A video on what you're finding essential now like comfortable nursing bras to sleep in. Nursing tops etc. A video on things for a mum really as we always concentrate on essentials for our babies. Hope that makes sense. These videos need to be in a play list as I'll keep watching these back. Soooooooo helpful xx

[@toriajaay]

Not pregnant, no children, don't plan on any for a while but I still watch these videos and find them interesting????

[@georgiadavies4964]

Loving baby week it's helping me as I'm a young mum to be with my first baby, loving your baby videos 🙈💕

[@AimeeLodge]

I'm really enjoying baby week! Again i'm still not pregnant but really enjoying this week. Love Aimee x

[@ruthyjxxx7627]

A joint baby/toddler routine would be great as I'm expecting and will have a 2 and half year old and a newborn! My toddler is in such a good routine and I don't want to ruin it if possible! He's so cute! X

[@roosmarija5166]

Love your blouse!😍 Realy enjoy your videos this week❤

[@nicoleharris1089]

I love watching your videos whether they're hauls , beauty or babies! Such a lovely family 💗

[@sophiebeale9560]

Elliot has grown so much, and you should film a video where Archie answers some questions? xx

[@R00n3y]

I'm currently 22wks pregnant with my first baby 👶🏻 (boy) so these videos are fantastic and one on breastfeeding would be fantastic as that is what I am hoping to go with 👍🏻

[@Phoebeexxxx]

I don't even plan on having children for like 10 years since I'm only 16, but I'm loving these baby videos 💓

[@lidyaaaar96]

Pls do a video elaborating on the health anxiety thing ☺️ loved the video 💗

[@missmarshall7494]

Oh my gosh Elliot is so adorable!! Those little eyes!

[@GemmaJade]

I can't even cope with his cute little face at the beginning of this video!!!! Elliott stop making me broody 😂 Well done on 10 weeks of feeding lovely. I loved feeding Jack xx

[@lisav992]

Are you planning on making a birth story video and will you discuss some good/ helpful pain management techniques for labor? Love your precious little family 😘

[@TianaTW]

I love your videos so much! Really helping me come to the fact that I'm going to be a mummy in 8 weeks time. You're always so positive and put me at ease ❤️ Glad you are loving every second with Archie and Elliot xxx

[@sarahjayne4339]

I'd love to see a video about your health anxiety as well as what helps you inc. when pregnant

[@small11989]

This video was so amazing Kate!!!💕. I'm a mummy of a 13 month old boy and hubby & I are starting to feel ready for baby #2 but sometimes feel like maybe the timing isn't 100%. But hearing you explain that it's never going to be 100% perfect timing and just how you adjust to it, and seeing how amazing Eliot is just makes me so clucky haha. Such a breath of fresh air you are. 🌸💖 xoxo Thank you. Loving the Vlogs and baby videos

[@amberjaffery2921]

He looks so much like Ricky

[@DHeidi90]

Amber Jaffery doesn't he?! He looks like a little man lol, absolutely adorable 💙

[@beautifulpippa]

Elliot is absolutely gorgeous, looks very much like Ricky! Not a mum yet but I love the idea of having children soon, I'm 24 and would love to start a family in the next few years! Watching your videos makes me feel excited to have children, I love love your videos, your vlogs always puts me a positive mood 😍😍

[@steffiederidder1918]

I love your videos, i always look forward to the next one ! I also would like to see a video about your anxiety during a pregnancy. And how you can handle the anxiety when you have children. ❤

[@hollywilliams04]

I would love to hear you tasks more about your anxiety and pregnancy! 💙💙💙

[@chloeastley8044]

I've loved your newborn week so much! I'm due in 3 weeks time so it's been really interesting and helpful for me 💗 x

[@Cdooley81]

Hi Kate, I got a Bebe Au Lait nursing cover for in public and it was a godsend - it covers everything and you can still peek at baby to check they are ok x

[@emilykay3032]

Hi Kate, Elliot is looking gorgeous! My partner and I have been proud parents for a week now to our beautiful daughter..Elodie xx

[@deborahmurray5149]

I am loving your videos this week Kate!!!❤ I had a baby girl 8 weeks ago so these are the perfect videos for me right now 😀 baby Elliot is just the cutest and of course so it's Archie 😍 can't wait to see your video tomorrow x

[@GemmaJade]

Also Jack used to wriggle so much in public with feeding. I used to always try to go in the corner or find somewhere a little sheltered. Lots of places like John Lewis have special breastfeeding rooms xx

[@liannewright2803]

Love this! So helpful. Please could you do a bedtime routine and also what did you wear after you were pregnant?! I know it sounds daft but I have a family wedding 10 days after I'm due with my first, no chance I'll be back in normal clothes but don't want to wear maternity either

[@kerryshepherd2048]

Omg Elliot! 😍 when he was sick I had to chuckle as my little girl Maddison is exactly the same. I would say for breastfeeding in public u just have to do it once, get confidence and go with it. My husband puts me at ease when I do it and reassures me no one will say anything. Anyway would they rather a screaming baby ?? 😂 I am really loving this weeks videos

[@toriajaay]

Either way I love you Kate and loved watching these videos! Ur babies are beautiful and you make a wonderful mother 😘. Been so nice to see you grow as a woman, wife and mother!💖 #goals

[@OliviaMae1918]

Keep going with the feeding!!! Well done you. We are currently at 7 months feeding!! 💖💖

[@laurenbrookfield430]

I'm due with a boy in November and I cannot wait ! Baby Elliot is too cute can't wait to have a little boy 💙

[@parmavi2]

Loving these videos Kate! Would love to have a video around moving in with a partner and the struggles that come with it. Really enjoy your family/lifestyle videos and you seem to have such a perfect little family, would love to know how you managed it!! I am currently almost at a year of living with my partner and we have our ups and downs, but would love to hear any of your tips around that subject as you and Ricki seem like a dream couple!

[@amandamcadam9138]

I never really liked breastfeeding in public but had to as my little one was a bottle refuser! I used to layer two tops then pull one up and one down so hardly anything was exposed. Never had any bad comments or anything. Tbh i think most people don't even notice!

[@georgehardy1189]

Love the baby videos! Would love a video on health anxiety and pregnancy/birth! Xx

[@debsdennehy6347]

I thought I would breastfeed for around 3 months-ish but still going strong at 7 months. i recommend a Facebook group called Can I Breastfeed In It UK, before I went on there I thought you had to wear nursing clothes all the time. Would love to see a breastfeeding friendly fashion haul X

[@ashh1377]

Wow! There's no questioning the paternity of that one! Ricky's little double. He is just gorgeous, biggest congratulations! ❤️

[@krobson3101]

My baby was born 7pounds3oz and at 4 months is 13pounds!!!! He's such a cutie!! ❤️

[@ruthyjxxx7627]

My little girl is Elodie Eden 🌸

[@chloebutcher6377]

Loving baby week I am not a mum but am a qualified nursery nurse so I love children. Would definitely be interested in your health anxiety video xxx

[@khadija3000]

ur such a glamorous mummy. and ur children are both so adorable and cute.

[@rachaelwork]

My LB woke every 3 hours round the clock until he was 5 months old. Sleep deprivation is horrendous. Hopefully my secretary is a better sleeper! 😬 your boys are gorgeous 👶🏼💙

[@TheLerweese]

Please could you do a bedtime routine video? I have a LO who I can't seem to get into a routine and wakes up every 2-3 hours!! Xxx

[@Scarletsanatomy]

Hi Kate! Can completely agree with you about the first few weeks with two is hard but it gets so much easier as the weeks go by and seeing your two babies together is amazing! We have two little boys who are similar to Elliot and Archie so love watching your videos. Maybe what your eat as a family, or a weaning video could be nice when Elliot gets to that age, top ten toddler books or toys, bedtime routine, I thought the anxiety side of pregnancy and birth was a good video idea! Maybe a video from Ricky's point of view for dads like of parenting or how to help partners in birth? Speed clean videos are so fun to watch 😂 maybe a list of five top items you've bought for your boys before they were born, like pram, nursery stuff, car seats, the essentials. Sorry to bombard you with ideas 😂 xxxx

[@Scarletsanatomy]

Rikki** sorry my Dad spells it the other way 😂 xxx

[@MrsHible]

Elliot is super cute. It goes super fast doesn't it. My baby Edward was 22 weeks yesterday xx

[@NaptimeNigella]

I would love to see a baby and toddler nightime routine 😊 congrats on breastfeeding xx

[@felicityrichards]

Awww sorry you're not feeling confident feeding in public. For me what helped was wearing 2 vest tops - 1 to to up, one to go down, latch baby onto nipple in between the 2 tops, then my tummy and other boob weren't exposed - and once you've got that first feed out of the way it didn't seem so scary anymore. I never used a muslin or cover and never had any negative comments or anything...actually I remember one time a group of student midwives coming up to me when I was breastfeeding in the window of a café and being really lovely and encouraging! It became very normal (and I fed him everywhere, from cafés, trains, church etc. and I'm not usually a confident person!) Remember it's your right to feed your baby anywhere you like and it's illegal for anyone to ask you to stop/move/discriminate against you in any way. I used to remind myself that people are in charge of their own eyes and if they don't like seeing me breastfeed they can look away!

[@YouSillySausage1]

You have a beautiful family, thank you for sharing it with us xxx

[@ivacoumans517]

Please to a video about anxiety! I suffered with ot quit bad after my first was born and I'm so scared for it to happen again when my second is born. I think there is not much information out there or ltjet stories you can relate to! Would be great if you share your story with some tips! Thank You X

[@SmurfettesBeauty]

OMG! He is so cute!

[@leahmayg]

Can't believe how much he looks like Ricky!! He's such a cute baby!

[@hollysenior2012]

He is the cutest baby!! Ricky's double

[@amayaraymond4486]

Love this week been great

[@rhiaking]

Tips for breastfeeding in public is just do it and don't worry what anyone thinks. Just find a quite corner and face away from most people if you are worried what they think but honestly after a while you won't even care xxx

[@StephanieTips]

He looks so alert!

[@kayxlee]

Ahhh Elliot is so cute! He looks so much like Archie! 😃 xx

[@helenalways]

Well done on the breastfeeding, you guy should be so proud of yourselves! Although you may be feeling awkward BFing n public, remember your someone else's role model, you're helping to reduce the stigma around BFing and you're creating a wonderful and natural bond with baby. I think expressing and giving via a bottle can be a brilliant way for dads to get involved too though. Keep going your doing fantastic!!!!!

[@helenalways]

Also have you thought about wearing like a chunky necklace or a top that has some texture to it cause that could be a way to keep his wriggling hands secure ahah

[@georgiakatedurkin]

elliot is so adorable x

[@chloeevans1989]

How many kids are you planning on having 😄. I would love a big family 😘 love your videos x

[@lx7825]

He looks so much like Rikki! Spitting image! Xx

[@kitduffs]

He is so cute!!

[@poppyreflects6045]

I can completely relate with the health anxiety during pregnancy as it can be a bit of a rollercoaster. I also found I focused more on the pregnancy than the thinking everything was a life threatening illness like I usually do. I found my germ issues got worse however especially in hospital settings. I don't know about you but during having my babies I was okay ish but afterwards I was convinced I would bleed to death with the placenta part 😂 so much so I wasn't interested in my babies but more thinking I was about to die. It's lovely to hear breastfeeding is going well for you. Breastfeeding in public will get easier the more you do it and coming from me who always has my boobs fully out wherever I am haha I have never had any negativity from anybody. I'm sure people look ocassionally but I've only ever had positive comments. I can totally understand the wriggly baby, Wolfie now tries standing up while feeding 😅.. With my first especially when she was a newborn I remember it being very faffy latching on in public and I can highly recommend a Bebe Au Lait cover. You just pop it on and there's a nice round bit at the top so you can fully see what you are doing with baby but nobody else can. They are awesome! Ps Elliot is gorgeous. Loving baby week 😄 xx

[@ruffoloreads]

He's so adorable!

[@shelbymiller6910]

You look so beautiful! And baby Elliot is soooo cute :)

[@gillibluejay2145]

Tips for breastfeeding in public. The first thing I would say is the more you do it the easier it will be. Sometimes it's easier not to bother with a cover as that's one extra thing to fuss about, most of the time no ones watching and they won't see much anyway. Wearing a vest top under a looser top means less will be shown as you can pull the vest down and the loose top can drape over you. I think this is referred to as the 'one up one down' method. Getting into the mind set that you have every right to feed your baby anywhere you want and there's no reason to hide what your doing may empower you to breastfeed more in public. Remember the more people see breastfeeding mum's the more normalised it will become which unfortunately is something this country really needs to work on!

[@CharlotteShingler]

Baby Elliot SO CUTE!

[@HerHighnesss88]

What a handsome little boy💗

[@MariaLincoln]

I would really like to see a breastfeeding tips etc video as im planning on bf my 2nd baby due at the end of the year, i never bf my 15 month old and i do regret it xxx

[@alexandriaescue5843]

Please do the bedtime routine!!!!

[@charlottezealey5460]

What made you choose breastfeeding when you bottle fed Archie? This isn't an attack I just wondered as I am considering the same x

[@lx7825]

Charlotte Zealey this is the same as me. I bottle fed my first baby but thinking if I have another I would try BF again. X

[@margaretanne7762]

Love your channel

[@KittyKat_54321]

Just discovered your channel. Loved the video and Elliot is very cute! Similar age to my son :)

[@YasminMorrisTV]

Baby Ricky🙈❤😍

[@moonsauce88]

So cute!

[@JessicaAnne]

Loving baby week!!!!!! Breastfeeding in public is daunting... don't worry... it gets easier 👍. He is just adorable... 😍

[@Catherine-ng1pz]

I love your videos so much as my little boy (first baby) is 8 weeks so it's wonderful to see what gorgeous Elliott is up to! I've fed him all over the place and my tip would just be to wear tops that you can pull up, especially flowy ones are ideal. I'm a bit sad that my summer dresses aren't getting worn but I find pulling a top/dress down and exposing your whole boob, covering it with a muslin etc is much more hassle. Honestly just go for it, you're an incredible mummy and a beautiful brand new human is healthy and happy because of your body 💪😄 xx

[@emmariggs350]

Catherine Hi Catherine, Congratulations! My little boy is 8 weeks old too. I have struggled with feeding out in public and using a muslin (mess/heat). Struggling to find time to do a bit of shopping - any suggestions on where to get flowy tops from? X

[@jessicamannion1686]

Hi Kate, I would love to see a breastfeeding video please! My fitst daughter was born 21st May so not long before Elliot and she is breastfed and takes a bottle of expressed milk sometimes. Would love to hear how you work around breastfeeding and how Ricky gets quality time with Elliot without feeding him. Love all your videos. Thanks in advance xxx

[@whatkatiedid5517]

Elliot is Ricky's mini me!! 💙

[@Newdaynewoutfit]

Please do a video on health anxiety. I'm 8 weeks pregnant and I'm so anxious about everything and find myself googling so many things! It's so hard to be relaxed and happy when any sign / symptom worries you. Xx

[@ruffoloreads]

And who could possibly dislike this? I don't get that... About breastfeeding in public; honestly, it's just about getting used to it. Nursing tops help in the beginning because they cover everything while you're feeding. I NEVER used a cover. Just be mindful of him if he's trying to pull off just fold the nursing shirt over and back when he's ready again :)

[@kerstinrieder7220]

Elliot looks sooooo much like your husband!

[@babseyjonesy]

What a sweetie!! Xx

[@susannahwallace5394]

Love your top x

[@laurabanfield9351]

Try a nursing cover which is boned so you can still make eye contact with him while he is feeding. I had one and it helped to build my confidence. Much easier than trying to tuck a muslin cloth in place. Well done mama!

[@SiobhanHunt-ye5pn]

Seriously loving baby week!! I'm 2 weeks pp and also chickening out of breastfeeding in public, which basically means I'm staying locked up most of the time 😕. I've been practicing getting him latched on under a cover at home, but I really do not have the balls to attempt it in public.

[@emilyhh123]

Siobhán Duro have you tried breastfeeding in front of a mirror? Try it! You'll be surprised at how little you can see - baby covers most of your boob! Try the 'one up, one down' technique with your top for minimal boob flashing. :)

[@SiobhanHunt-ye5pn]

emilyhh123 I haven't actually, but I'll give it a go for sure! Thank you! :)

[@carliefaithx]

Well done on 10 weeks of boobies! I'd love to see your video on it❤️we have been feeding for 2 years now!!🤣

[@emilyhh123]

Carlie Faith us too! Yay boobies!

[@soooofetch]

Carlie Faith 15 months here! 👍🏻

[@carliefaithx]

emilyhh123 well done lovely!❤️❤️

[@carliefaithx]

Victoria Deck well done Hun! It's such a great achievement ❤️

[@funwithrolly]

Only 5 months for me so far, but definitely want to bf for as long as possible!

[@imogengray660]

Love you! Xxx

[@Babydoll-vo7gr]

he s sooo cute 💕

[@whatkatiedid5517]

My little girl is Maisie 💗 ... and if we have another girl the name will be Poopy 🌺 we have the same taste in girls names 😍

[@militarymummymackin]

I have done a video on discreet breastfeeding if you want to check it out in which there ia a nursing vest hack which might help. We do one up one down which is super discreet as find covers not only draw attention but not so nice for baby as they can't see you. He really is beautiful and you have done so well first 3 months is tje hardest but its easy after that ❤

[@alexleo82]

Dad's copy !!!! :)

[@DianaDodson]

I could never breastfed my daughter in public because she was such a noisy eater! Lol So loud! She breastfed till 22 months and she self weaned herself. My goal was 18 months but there were definite hard periods to go through those times (during teething and growth spurts esp!) but we got through them and I was actually pretty sad when she stopped. Hope things go smoothly with Elliot. Either way he's got great, caring parents ❤

[@vlox100]

Congrats! My tips for bf in public are use giant muslins. I would stick my head underneath with my first so I could see how she latched, it took over a month before I did it in public but im on baby number three now and never looked back!! Practise in public at a baby group where other mamas will be feeding and it's much less intimidating, maybe find a breastfeeding support group, most importantly, you got this!!! Relax and enjoy!