I’m very passionate about mums finding time for their own health and wellbeing, and there are two reasons why. One is because when mum is healthy (physically, mentally and emotionally), she functions better and is a better mum. The other reason is, when you’re a mum of a little girl, your daughter is learning from […]
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Parenting a child with a rare genetic condition, and multiple complex neurodivergent challenges, can be an incredibly rewarding but also demanding experience. Each child is unique, and their specific needs and challenges may vary, but there are some common aspects. Here is my parenting journey on what it’s like being a special needs mum with
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This statement may sound a little strange to some, but here it goes… One of the most powerful and beneficial things you can do for your daughter is to make time to have regular family dinners. In our home we have a dinner time ritual. My daughter sets the table, I prep and cook, and
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When you’re a mum, it’s easy to put everyone else’s needs ahead of your own. Life gets busy, and it’s natural to let your self-care slip down the list. But even small moments for yourself can make a big difference. What is self-care?   Self-care is something a person consciously makes time to do that
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One of the simplest ways to reduce everyday stress is to get organised. When you’re organised, you feel more in control of your time, and when you’re in control, your confidence and positivity grow. Using planners and lists is one of my favourite way to stay on top of things. In a previous post, I
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A mother’s typical day is challenging, but by making some changes to the way we do things, our days can run a lot smoother. Here are my 11 tips for mums to reduce daily stress. I follow all of these and I promise you they work! 1. Live by structure and routine Yes, it sounds
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My daughter recently had her first sleepover. As you can imagine, leading up to it, she was super excited. So excited that she had her bag packed days earlier. I can’t say I shared her enthusiasm; in fact, I was nervous about it. Nervous enough to do some research into what parents need to know
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Mums are amazing. In a single day, the average mum takes on the roles of many, and she does it all for free. The wall art below is exactly what I mean ⬇️ We can’t make all our responsibilities disappear, but we can ease daily stress and reduce that overwhelmed feeling. The first step? Get
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When my daughter was in Years 2 and 3, she went through a tough time at school. She was the target of ongoing bullying by another student, and the impact on her was profound. I wanted to support her in every way I could, but I didn’t always know how. That’s when I began learning
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Before I became a mum, I thought I knew what kind of parent I’d be. I’d spend time daydreaming about all the lovely playtime I’d share with my child. I’d imagine us giggling and having so much fun together. Then my daughter came along, the “Brady Bunch” daydreaming stopped and reality kicked in. I quickly
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