For the majority of my life, my relationship with my body has been pretty unhealthy and a long way from respectful. I still get caught in the trap of looking at myself in the mirror, wishing I had smoother skin, a flatter tummy and nicer hair. I look at other women in the street or […]
You are not a failure
I whispered these words to myself as the familiar feeling of regret, longing and disappointment sat in my stomach. In my head, I had failed and I had not achieved, I wasnt able to do the thing our female bodies were designed to do. I have delivered three beautiful and healthy babies by ceasarean section. […]
The Trouble With Being Me
I started writing blogs in May last year and for some time, I was writing one every week without fail. I realised yesterday that I haven’t written a blog for almost a month and I pondered why. I love writing, it is an outlet to journal my experiences, thoughts and process my emotions and journey. […]
SOS From a Neurotic Mum!
How do you balance care for your children and concern for their welfare, whilst protecting your own sanity and needs? Last night I slept on my 14 month olds bedroom floor. I had a terrible sleep the night before due to a nuisance urinary tract infection, so with some antibiotics onboard, I was looking forward […]
Recognising Draining Relationships and Setting Healthy Boundaries
You are probably already picturing an example of one playing out in your life. Most people know what a draining relationship feels like, even if they’re not able to label it, usually it is more obvious directly after an interaction with this person. It’s the feeling of flatness, like you’ve been on an emotional rollercoaster […]
Moving Overseas With a Young Family – Niue Island!
The first time I returned to the island I was born on in the South Pacific, I knew this was a spiritual and magical place for me and my future family. After 25 years, I had returned to Niue Island with my parents, siblings and then boyfriend (soon to be fiance and hubby). This little […]