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First year of motherhood
Hi mama! I honestly can’t believe I’m writing this as a mum of a 1 year old. It’s true what…
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First year of motherhood
Hi mama! I honestly can’t believe I’m writing this as a mum of a 1 year old. It’s true what…
Dear mama to be
I recently read Giovanna Fletcher’s latest book, Letters on Motherhood (which I highly recommend) and it got me thinking about…
A guide to Maternity leave
In the next few weeks, I’m going to be finishing 12 months of Maternity leave and heading back to work.…
10 month update
So Jacob is now 10 months and we are creeping towards that 1 year milestone. It seems so strange to…
My top Labour tips
It would be easy for me to look back on my labour with disappointment, but in all honesty whenever someone…
9 month update
9 months.. I feel like we’re edging closer and closer to that one year mark. And I can’t quite believe…
How your relationship changes after baby
How we started I have been married for just over 2 years, and been ‘dating’ my husband for over 5. After…
How to support a mum friend
Before I became a mum, only one of my best friends was already a mum. I remember telling her first…
My breastfeeding journey and saying goodbye
I had always known that I wanted to breastfeed. My mum breastfed all 7 of us and always talked about…
8 month update
I know I say this with every update but time really is flying, I will have a 1 year old in…
My goals for 2020
I know some people hate New years resolutions and the whole ‘new year, new me’ bullshit. But I actually do…
What I’ve learnt in 2019
Wow, 2019. WHAT A YEAR. I know we say this every year but I genuinely can’t believe how fast year…
Budget makeup for your Christmas night out
Since becoming a mum, getting glammed up is a rare occasion. I don’t have the time or energy to do a…
How to deal with Anxiety over Christmas
If you take a ‘social media’ approach to Christmas, it really is the most wonderful time of the year. There’s…
Interview with Eve from Essie Eats – baby-led weaning and being a mum of 2
I honestly feel so lucky that I have a fellow mummy friend in my best friend Eve. We’ve known each…
Best budget face masks for a tired mama
If you will have read my post about skincare, you will know that I LOVE a face mask. There’s something…
Postpartum essentials for mums to be
You’ve probably noticed by now that I am a planner. So when I was going off on Maternity leave, I…
Time-saving tips for mums
I have always been one for any type of time-saving routine. I love to be productive with my day! But…
Can you learn to love your body after baby?
If you’ve read me previous blog posts, you’ll know that although I may seem pretty confident in myself, it’s actually…
Bored of working out? Here’s how to enjoy exercising again
One of the biggest problems after having a baby is a lack of energy or motivation to get back into a fitness…
Budget skincare favourites for a tired mama
I’ve talked recently about my love for budget make-up, due to the fact that I don’t get to wear it…
Advice to my younger self
When you’ve been on a journey of self-discovery, it’s important to look back at how far you’ve come. Loving yourself isn’t…
Interview with my husband- a dad’s perspective on new parenting
I realised recently that my blog, business and social media accounts are all aimed at mothers. Which is absolutely my…
5 budget make-up products for mums on the go
I have always been a massive lover of beauty. I actually dread to think how much money I’ve spent over…
World Mental Health day – is Counselling worth it?
World Mental Health day I’ve talked openly before about struggling with Anxiety in the hope that others can relate and…
My 4 month post-partum update
I wanted to write a post with a 4 month update because truthfully, I think that this last month has been…
Why I went Vegetarian and can it help us improve our health?
Okay let me assure you that this is not going to be preachy or pushy, but I get asked a…
My health and fitness journey
Okay so this is a long one… grab a cuppa, settle in and feel free to nap in between. My health…
6 misleading health myths that won’t guarantee results
When you’re new to a healthy lifestyle, the amount of advice out there is really overwhelming and most of the…
When I have Abs I’ll be happy..
How many times do we find ourselves using the phrase ‘when I lose 10lbs I’ll be happy’ or ‘when I…
5 positive things about pregnancy
Since before being pregnant, the narrative around pregnancy and childbirth was quite a negative one that it really made me…
My labour story
I always had a vision of what my birth would be like. Calm, positive mindful. I wanted my birth to…
10 easy ways to start a fitness routine even if you’ve never exercised before.
People are always surprised to hear that I’ve only been active for the last 5 years or so. I hated…
The mental health impact of trying to conceive
I was unsure as to whether this was a subject to write about because it does feel very personal. But…
3 month post-partum body update
I can’t believe it’s been 3 months since I was pregnant! I actually really miss being pregnant, which is crazy…
How can I let go and eat what I want without guilt?
What an idea right? Eating what you want and maintaining your figure. We roll our eyes at those girls on…
How to stop comparing yourself to others
In the world of Instagram and washboard abs on a beach in Bali, it’s becoming increasingly difficult not to compare…
5 ways to improve your mental health in small steps
It’s so refreshing to see so many people on social media promoting mental health and its impact. I recently read…
How to make time for yourself when you have a busy schedule
We all know what it’s like trying to fit everything into our days – careers, family time, socialising, keeping fit…
HIIT workouts for mums – how to save time and maximise results
High intensity interval training – or HIIT – is probably one of the most talked about fitness trends in recent…
5 things that I wish somebody had told me about pregnancy
You’ve seen it in the movies, you’ve had friends who have gone through it and you’ve dreamt about this day…
