A mum -of-two has told of how she is unable to formula-feed her baby amid the cost-of-living crisis , which has seen the price of infant milk soaring. Kendall Platt, 36, has been forced to continue breastfeeding her youngest child, Elora, who is now eight months old, despite experiencing issues when doing so with her first child, Arwen, now 4. As inflation rises, affecting the price of everything from formula to nappies, the mum has been left worrying about the future. The mum-of-two from Berkshire, near Reading, said it wasn't just the cost of formula that had shot up - it was also pouches of baby food, gas and electricity. “I could change to another brand of formula, but they’re all more expensive than they previously were as well," she added. Kendall and Arwen when she was a baby. ( Image: Jam Press/Kendall Platt) Kendall with her two daughters, Arwen and baby Elora. ( Image: Jam Press/Kendall Platt) Kendall decided to begin formula-feeding … [Read more...] about Mum can’t afford to feed eight-month-old baby because formula prices are too high
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Mum who breastfeeds her five-year-old hits back at cruel trolls -‘it’s completely normal’
A mother of two who breastfeeds her eldest child even though he's five-years-old has hit back at cruel trolls - who branded her an abuser. Lauren McLeod, 29, had her first child, Bowie, in August 2017 and breastfed him as a baby - initially planning to stop when he turned two. But when Bowie reach that age he showed no signs of wanting to give up breastfeeding so the mum continued - even after she had her daughter, Tiger Lily, now two, in May 2020. Lauren spoke out previously and said she'd only stop breastfeeding her eldest son when he wants to , but she was met with a barrage of hurtful comments online as people said it was 'gross' or 'abusive' for her to still feed her son in that way. Now she's hit back at the trolls, saying: "'Breastfeeding beyond infancy is completely normal." Lauren McLeod breastfeeding her two children, Bowie and Tiger Lily ( Image: SWNS) Lauren planned to stop after two years of breastfeeding Bowie ( Image: SWNS) … [Read more...] about Mum who breastfeeds her five-year-old hits back at cruel trolls -‘it’s completely normal’
Sopranos star John Ventimiglia’s daughter dies aged 25 just months after giving birth
Sopranos star John Ventimiglia's 25 year old daughter has sadly died just months after giving birth, with the cause of death not yet confirmed. John Ventimiglia is a 59-year-old American actor who is best-known for his portrayal of Artie Bucco in the HBO television series The Sopranos. His daughter Odele, 25, welcomed a daughter of her own in November 2022, a baby named Shiloh. READ NEXT: Where The Sopranos cast are now - tragic deaths, arrest and Bruce Springsteen link And now the Ventimiglia and Cape families have taken to social media to share the news that Odele died on January 12. In an emotional Facebook post, Odele's mum Belinda broke the news of her daughter's death. "Heartbroken to have to post our darling Odele's funeral notice," she penned on the social media platform. She went on: "Her sister Lucinda and I have been overwhelmed by the messages of support and love we have received, and your remembrances of how cherished Odele was to so many. "Odele … [Read more...] about Sopranos star John Ventimiglia’s daughter dies aged 25 just months after giving birth
Arsenal chief Edu has ‘considerable funds to spend this month’ with next signing decided
Arteta hopes for FA Cup win to give Arsenal boost in title race SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Arsenal have ‘considerable funds’ to spend in January and could still target a midfielder before Tuesday’s transfer deadline, according to reports. The Gunners have had a mammoth £60million bid for Moises Caicedo rejected by Brighton . Related articles Moises Caicedo 'responds to Arsenal transfer bid' with private demand Arsenal and Chelsea run into Moises Caicedo problem amid £60m offer Wide-ranging reports claim that the Seagulls have turned down the offer for star midfielder Caicedo. It comes after Chelsea also had a £55m proposal waved away. Arsenal could go back in for the player in … [Read more...] about Arsenal chief Edu has ‘considerable funds to spend this month’ with next signing decided
Driver arrested in South L.A. hit-and-run crash that killed 13-year-old and his baby brother
The suspect in a hit-and-run crash in South Los Angeles that killed a 13-year-old boy and his baby brother has been arrested and charged with murder, police announced Thursday, capping a weeks-long investigation that spanned two states. The crash occurred Jan. 9 after the driver of a Mercedes-Benz blew through a red light at Main Street and 111th Place in Broadway-Manchester, smashing into the car driven by Deborah Amaya, who was taking her children to their grandmother, police said. The collision resulted in the death of her two sons, Christopher Amaya-Pineda, 13, and Damian Amaya-Pineda , 18 months. “My kids were everything,” Deborah Amaya told reporters Thursday. “There wasn’t a day I didn’t remind them they were everything to me. It’s sad how I’m never going to see them again.” Advertisement After striking Amaya’s vehicle, the driver hit two other parked cars before his vehicle burst into flames, said LAPD Det. Ryan Moreno. The driver got out and ran off. “There … [Read more...] about Driver arrested in South L.A. hit-and-run crash that killed 13-year-old and his baby brother
Jay Leno motorcycle accident reportedly left him with multiple broken bones months after garage blaze
close Video Jay Leno is out of the burns center Jay Leno is seen for the first since being released from the burn center, Tuesday, November 22, 2022. (Backgrid/The Mega Agency) Months after Jay Leno suffered "serious burns" in a gasoline fire while working on one of his vehicles, the comedian said he broke several bones in a motorcycle accident. Leno, 72, was "knocked off" a motorcycle Jan. 17 by a wire strung across a parking lot, breaking two ribs, two kneecaps and a collarbone, he told the Las Vegas Review Journal JAY LENO RECEIVES HYPERBARIC CHAMBER TREATMENT AFTER HE SUFFERED ‘SERIOUS BURNS’ IN GASOLINE FIRE "But I’m OK! I’m working this weekend," he reassured. Jay Leno recounted the moments after his face caught on fire during a gasoline accident at his garage. (Rodin Eckenroth) Leno said that he went out for a test drive on a 1940 Indian motorcycle and recognized the smell of a gas leak. "I … [Read more...] about Jay Leno motorcycle accident reportedly left him with multiple broken bones months after garage blaze
I genuinely hate my daughter’s name – at first I thought it was interesting but now I can barely even say it
A FATHER has revealed that he genuinely hates his daughter’s name. The man took to Reddit to open up about his distaste for his young daughter’s moniker , as he explained that she is named after his deceased mother-in-law. The dad explained that his mother-in-law sadly passed away a few months before he welcomed his daughter , and so he and his wife decided to name their child after the mother-in-law - Renee. But now the dad is having second thoughts about his decision and can barely even say his baby 's name. He explained on a Reddit forum: “My wife and I had our daughter a month ago. “My MIL passed a few months before our daughter arrived, and my wife and I decided to name her after my MIL - Renee. Read more on baby names OH BABY I gave my baby a unique name but some people hate it and many pronounce it wrong NAME SHAME I hate my son’s name - he's four months old & I never call him it, I regret it … [Read more...] about I genuinely hate my daughter’s name – at first I thought it was interesting but now I can barely even say it
Reckless dad risked toddler’s life on dangerous motorbike ride through city
Hull: James Giles puts daughter's life at risk on motorbike SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info This is the alarming moment a father risked his 16-month-old daughter's life by tearing through city streets on a motorbike. James Giles, 24, perched the toddler, who was sucking a dummy, on the petrol tank of the bike and weaved in and out of traffic. A court heard he had no explaination for the shocking decision, made on May 8 last year. Related articles 'Drunkest driver' police had ever seen filmed after killing student Burglar's eight-month crime spree ended when he killed nurse But Giles was jailed last week for 16 months and has been banned from driving for two years and eight months. He … [Read more...] about Reckless dad risked toddler’s life on dangerous motorbike ride through city
Mum who was told she had late miscarriage celebrates daughter’s first birthday
A mum who was told she had suffered a late miscarriage after going into labour at 23 weeks is now preparing to celebrate her daughter's first birthday. This time last year, new mum Lily Walker was having the worst Christmas imaginable and thought her 'world was falling apart' when after finally getting pregnant, she was told she had suffered a late miscarriage and would not be bringing her daughter home. But despite the odds, Ava, who was born at just over 1lb, has spent the past year fighting for her life in hospital and after recovering, has been able to go home to the Isle of Wight for the very first time. (L-R) Lily, David and Ava in the hospital together ( Image: Caters News Agency) Lily and husband David were terrified when Lily went into labour on Boxing Day 2021, at just 23 weeks pregnant. Two days later, medics told her there was nothing they could do to stop her labour, and one consultant explained that she had suffered a late miscarriage. But Lily refused … [Read more...] about Mum who was told she had late miscarriage celebrates daughter’s first birthday
Sopranos’ John Ventimiglia ‘heartbroken’ as daughter Odele dies at 25 after welcoming baby
Sopranos star John Ventimiglia is mourning the death of his daughter Odele (Image: INSTAGRAM) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Sopranos legend John Ventimiglia is said to be devastated after Odele died a mere three months after becoming a mum. The tragic news of her January 12 death was announced by her mum Belinda Cape on Facebook. Related articles Liz Hurley, 57, struggles to contain assets as they spill out of dress Salem's Lot and James at 15 actor Lance Kerwin has died Odele leaves behind her family, including father John, best known for his role as Artie Bucco in the Sopranos, and a three-month old daughter named Shiloh. Her mum Belinda revealed her heartbreak in the impassioned Facebook post, … [Read more...] about Sopranos’ John Ventimiglia ‘heartbroken’ as daughter Odele dies at 25 after welcoming baby