Author: Talia Oatway

My mornings have changed so much since Oakley’s recent surgery. I get tons of messages about what life is like now and what new things I need to do as a medical mom now with Oakley, so I thought I’d share it here in my blog! 

This article is about showing something I haven’t before—Oakley in a coma. These never-before-seen photos reveal what we have really been through. Medical families go through such horrible things, and it’s us parents who remember everything. We’re left with the worries and sleepless nights.

I know I shared a lot on my social media, but there is so much I wanted to wait and show on my blog. This is the real story of one of the most traumatic experiences we had in the hospital this time around.

The drive to Liverpool felt like it took forever. Oakley and I were heading for his ninth surgery. We only got the news a short time ago which I talked about before, and it was a mad rush to get everything organized with the family. Oakley was so unbothered when we got there, always so…

Stepping out of my comfort zone has become a somewhat familiar part of my life, but no matter how many times I do it, it never gets any easier. This time, it’s for my little Oakley’s next surgery, and the knots in my stomach are tighter than ever. We’re navigating new waters—a different hospital with…

Hey there, everyone! I always talk to you about being a mum and about my kids—the best things that EVER happened to me! But I rarely share stories about my childhood. I strongly believe that our early experiences shape the adults we become. And my childhood wasn’t exactly perfect…  

Hey everyone! Can you remember what you were doing on March 8th last year? I know exactly where I was: sitting beside Oakley in yet another hospital room after yet another operation. We spend so much time here that you’d think the memories would all blur. I mean, sometimes I wish they would! But every…

As an Instagram influencer, having an inbox full of messages is nothing new. Yet, while many are positive and supportive, there’s a darker side to the DMs. You guessed it: sleazy messages from men. I’m talking about comments on your appearance, inappropriate “flirting,” and disrespectful remarks. And I’m no exception—I bet all women know the…

The world is obsessed with perfection, looking flawless, and staying in shape. But when you become a mum, the fitness journey is a whole new ball game. You’re expected to juggle the demands of motherhood while keeping up with impossible beauty standards. And let’s be honest: having kids changes everything!

Picture this: a day without the relentless demands of motherhood—no school runs, no meal-prepping, and no kids in sight. Imagining this well-deserved “me time” already makes me feel guilty, but it’s fun to picture being selfish sometimes. You don’t get to be selfish as a mum.