As a homeschooling mum of two girls (9 & 11), my life may not involve dodging bullets or international espionage, but some days, it feels just as intense. Between teaching lessons, managing the household, and handling meltdowns (mine and theirs), I often wish I had Bond’s cool, calm, and collected approach to chaos. Motherhood, much like…

There’s a fine line between being a functioning adult and just being held together by prescription medication, caffeine and sheer stubbornness. I like to think I balance on that line with a certain level of grace, but let’s be honest. Some days I am simply a woman held together by iron tablets, thyroid hormones and…

Hello, lovely readers! We all know that life can get overwhelming, especially when juggling home ed, work, and everything else that comes with being a busy mum.  As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect time to focus on habits that nurture our well-being and bring peace to our hectic lives.  Here are five self-care habits…

Being a mum is one of the most chaotic, beautiful, and rewarding experiences. It’s a rollercoaster, full of unexpected twists, turns, and moments of pure joy. But how do you embrace the madness and still find balance? For me, it’s about accepting the mess, being present, and understanding that no two days will ever look the…

If there’s one thing I wish I’d known sooner, it’s how to stop working against my body and start working with it—specifically when it comes to my menstrual cycle. As busy mums, we’re always juggling—whether it’s kids, work, chores, or just trying to keep our sanity intact. The reality is, our energy levels, mood, and…

Ah, yes, the luteal phase - that lovely stretch of time right before your period starts, when the universe conspires to test just how far your patience can stretch. Spoiler: not very far. The luteal phase is the final phase of the menstrual cycle and can last 10 to 14 days. If you’re anything like…

Let me tell you, last night was one of those nights. You know the ones I’m talking about - where you’re up all night, shuffling between kids who, for whatever reason, have decided that sleep is overrated. Between bizarre demands, strange bed companions, and not being allowed to sleep on my side, I’m running on…

Let’s be real—there was a time when treating the kids to Starbucks felt like an easy, grab-and-go option. But these days? It feels more like I’m buying a fancy meal rather than three simple drinks. As a single mum to two girls, ages 9 and 11, who absolutely adore Starbucks, splurging on their favourite autumn…

Today, I woke up to a house that was way too quiet. No kids. Just me, the faint hum of the fridge, and the echo of a dozen things I should be doing. You’d think a mum would savour these rare moments of peace, right? Wrong. When you’re used to the constant noise and chaos…

Alright mums, let’s cut the crap. How many times have you been told that a bubble bath or a quick cuppa is all you need to recharge? Here’s the brutal truth: That’s not self-care. That’s basic survival, and we deserve better. I know you’re busy, you’ve got a million things to do, but self-care shouldn’t…