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Self-care, relationships, mental health, and all the juicy stuff

Mumfluenced: The Problem With ‘Perfect’ Mums on Instagram (And Why We’re Over It)

You open Instagram for “a quick scroll” and there she is. The mum who somehow has matching outfits, a spotless kitchen, three smiling children, a designer stroller and what appears to be… joy in her eyes? And just like that, you feel like a gremlin with a crumb-filled bra and four-day-old dry shampoo. Congratulations. You’ve…

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Why Every Mum is Quiet Quitting the School Run in 2025 (And What They’re Doing Instead)

It starts with a single skipped commute. Then another. Before you know it, you have Marie Kondo’d the school run straight out of your life and are sipping oat lattes in your dressing gown at 9.03am. Welcome to the quiet quitting revolution - mum edition. And no, it is not laziness. It is liberation. In…

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7 Surprisingly Easy Wins That Make Mum Life Feel Magical

Being a mum doesn’t mean every day needs to be chaos. In fact, with a few tiny tweaks and smart swaps, you can add little moments of joy, calm and actual magic to your life - without needing a fairy godmother or three extra hours of sleep. Here are seven beautifully easy wins to lift…

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Why Is Everyone Touching Me? The Over-Touched Mum Survival Guide

There’s a lot to love about motherhood. The sticky kisses. The squishy cuddles. The way your child holds your hand like it’s the most natural thing in the world. But there are other days. The ones where someone is always touching you. Sitting on your lap. Hanging off your shoulder. Breathing directly into your ear…

ByHeather 0Likes

The Mid-March Mum Slump: Why You’re Tired, Cranky and Not Imagining It

You know that weird late-March fog? Not quite spring, not quite winter, not quite sane. The holidays are months away, the novelty of the new year is gone, and your energy is flatter than your forgotten pancake mix from February. Welcome to the Mid-March Mum Slump - and no, it’s not just you. ☕ Here’s…

ByHeather 0Likes

Why Mums Need Their Own ‘Secret Menu’ – The Hidden Rituals That Keep Us Going

You know how certain restaurants have a secret menu? The kind only insiders know about? Well, motherhood has one too. Except instead of extra fries or a double-shot macchiato with a wink, it’s more along the lines of: “a cup of tea no one touches”, “watching Bridgerton without guilt”, or “locking the bathroom door and…

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7 Daily Habits for Mums That Make Life So Much Easier

Because chaos is guaranteed. Burnout doesn't have to be. You wake up to a foot in your ribcage, three unanswered school messages, and someone shouting “I can’t find my left shoe!” before 7am. Motherhood is a full-time job... with no off switch, no HR department, and very little coffee that stays hot. But what if…

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Why Your Kids Need a Happy Mum Not a Perfect One

Do you feel like you are always behind? Behind on laundry. Behind on snacks. Behind on being the calm, patient mum the world expects. You are not alone. And here is something true: Your children do not need a perfect mum. They need a happy one. Perfection is not the goal Motherhood can feel overwhelming. There is always something…

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TK Maxx Hauls, Tentative Camping Ventures, and Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’

Who doesn't love a good TK Maxx haul? The thrill of sifting through eclectic aisles, uncovering treasures you didn't know you needed - it's a shopper's adventure. Recently, amidst the array of discounted delights, I stumbled upon "Little Things" by Fearne Cotton. This find was serendipitous, as I'd been eyeing it for some time. Naturally,…

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The Art of Romanticising Your Life – Mum Edition

Life as a mum can feel like an endless to-do list, but what if we made it feel more beautiful, intentional, and joyful? The trend of romanticising your life isn’t just for solo travellers and Pinterest girls - it’s for us mums too. Here’s how to turn the everyday into something magical. 1. Your Morning…

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