Hi there! I'm Rachel, a mum of 2 young children (pre school and nursery). Why am I here? I'm here because I passionately believe that every parent needs a village. In this modern world, this isn't always possible to achieve. When I struggled with my birth plan going out the window, resulting in suffering PTSD and post natal depression...I NEEDED a village around me. I found this help through family, friends and online. The online groups were invaluable to me. Some stuff you just can't or don't want to discuss with your nearest and dearest. I want to give back the support I had to people like you...I'm here to listen, to talk things through, to empathise and let you know YOU ARE NOT ALONE IN THIS! My background in science means I'm very interested in learning why things happen. I'm fascinated by child development (there's always a reason for those behaviours) and it helps me to navigate all the ups and downs my children go through. I'll tell you a bit more about me, so you can decide if my life experiences may be helpful to you. I have lived abroad and in the UK since I was 2 years old. My husband and I currently live in Turkey and I gave birth and am raising our children here. Straddling two different cultures most definitely has affected how we raise our children. Compromise and understanding is key. Want to chat about cloth nappies versus disposables, breastfeeding and it's difficulties, babies that don't want to be put down, mum guilt, sleepless nights? I'm listening!