Paid work or stay at home? Mums don’t need to be judged
I always knew there was an ongoing debate and judgement about whether mums should stay at home or return to paid work. More recently, I've realised just how divisive, hurtful and personal this debate has become for some mums. Fortunately, any judgement of this kind...
How to accept compliments with grace
I love to give compliments. I really believe that if you see something positive in someone, then you should tell them. Why? Because: They may not see it themselves It might brighten their day (or week!) They may need the encouragement It tells them that I appreciate...
What you need to know about postnatal depression
Our visions of motherhood tend to be pretty rosy. We imagine the baby snuggles, the cute outfits and the unconditional, fiercely protective love that we're told will overcome us. Adjusting to life with a new baby is hard enough, and even harder if you're also dealing...
How to get yourself to take action and make this year amazing
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Word of the year: a simple yet effective way to focus your year
Have you thought about how you'd like this year to be better or different to last year? How you would like to be better or different this year? I love the potential of a new year. To me, it feels like an adventure that is yet to unfold. Part planned and part unknown....
39 powerful things I’ve learned in life
This week I'm celebrating my 39th birthday. I’ve always loved getting older. For a long time, I’ve rounded up my age in the last 6 months before my birthday. Is that a bit strange? I think the reason I’m so excited about getting older is that I associate it with...