Handbag essentials for the working mum of a toddler
Handbag essentials tend to change when you have a toddler in tow.
Welcome!
This isn’t your typical midlife mummy blog filled with ‘must-have’ diets and anti-aging tips. I share real stories and honest reflections on family life, personal growth, and what it’s really like to live in a body that doesn’t always match the glossy ideal. I’m an endomorph who loves the gym, loves my food, and isn’t interested in influencer gimmicks or one-size-fits-all advice. If you’re ready for honest, relatable insights, and maybe your next ‘aha’ moment, just keep reading.
A toddler’s guide to going wild in the countryside
Find out why our family loves the great outdoors with our toddler’s guide to going wild.
Mummy guilt, it comes with the day job
Mummy guilt, it really does come with the day job.
Mummy guilt, it really does come with the day job.
Rainy day in Newcastle? Discover the museum that turns learning into family …
There’s nothing like an unexpected downpour to ruin a family day out during Bank Holiday weekend. Luckily, there is still plenty to do in Newcastle when it rains.
Chai Gol Gavzaban: why this herbal brew should be your spring go-to
I’m a big fan of Persian Chai Gol Gavzaban (borage tea) because it’s flower power for relaxation.
I’m a big fan of Persian Chai Gol Gavzaban (borage tea) because it's flower power for relaxation.
When you lose your mum in mid-life, you lose your map too
The hardest thing about being a mum over 40 after losing my own was that she was always the first person I’d call – good or bad.
Confidence in midlife: learning to stand tall when self-doubt persists
Confidence is often spoken about as if it’s something you either have or don’t. In reality, it is rarely natural, rarely effortless, and rarely constant. As a woman in midlife, body dysmorphia can feel like a quiet, uninvited companion. Even…