With Mother’s day approaching, I cannot help thinking back to my first Mother’s day as a mum. Our boys were about 11 months and I had just started to get back on track after a devastating experience of postnatal depression. I remember being really excited about having to experience my first Mother’s day as a …
NEW MUM LIFE
Don’t let your past steal your future
I’ve been through a lot during my life. My childhood was tough, my parents got divorced when I was only five, I went through some bad relationships and through a divorce. I suffered major depression and anxiety (which still lasts), I lost a baby… And yet, when I talk to other people and listen to …
Sneak peek into a new mum’s daily routine
Many expecting first-time mums wonder – How does my life change with the baby? There is no easy answer to this one. Every mum and her life is different so it depends on many different aspects. When I was pregnant, life after the baby was a big unknown. As for the life after baby, I …
9 Tips On How To Get The Spark Back In a Relationship After Having a Baby
Did you know that a fifth of couples break up during the 12 months after welcoming their new arrival? That is a lot! In this blog post, I share 9 bullet-proof tips that will help you keep your relationship healthy & strong after the baby arrives and make it even better than before! Do you …
Baby stage vs toddler stage. Does it get easier?
As a new mum, you’ve probably wondered: When does it get easier? Is having a toddler easier than having a baby? And often, you’ll hear the answer: Never! While it might be said in jest, this is probably one of the worst responses a new mum can hear. I get it – it’s meant to …
5 Simple Tips For Setting Healthy Boundaries As A Busy Mum
Are you overwhelmed and stressed by the never-ending duties as a mum and wish you were able to say NO more often? (or at all!) Don’t worry mama, you are not alone in this. We all know that feeling when kids are finally in bed and we can finally pour ourselves a glass of wine …