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I write from lived experience, including what it means to be an endomorph who rarely resembles the polished ideal. Strength, not trends, guides my words.



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Recipe: How To Make Sosis Bandari – Spicy Sausage Wrap

Sosis Bandari has quietly become one of my ultimate fast-food lifesavers. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this dish swoops in to save the day with minimal effort, and yet, it still tastes like you’ve put in far more work than you…

Growing sabzeh for Nowruz: a family-friendly Persian New Year tradition

Going green: a learning adventure for kids Every year, as the world slowly shakes off winter’s gloom, I find myself in a familiar pre-spring ritual: growing sabzeh, or mung beans, in preparation for Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Nowruz, marking…

Family holidays in Corfu: sun, sea and unforgettable adventures

A slice of sunshine If you’re craving a holiday where both kids and grown-ups can actually relax (yes, it can happen), Corfu, Greece, is your answer. This Ionian island is a sun-soaked playground, with golden beaches, charming villages, and Corfu…

How to help your child fall in love with reading in the …

As a new mum over 40, my local library was the Internet of the day and every day was a book day for me growing up. It provided everything I needed – education, story-telling – and stickers all in one place (thankfully without the distraction of TikTok and Candy Crush).

How to make kids wash their hands (without losing your mind)

A midlife mum’s battle with germs Discover how a simple glitter experiment helped my child understand germs and handwashing, turning a daily chore into a fun learning experience. Motherhood has a funny way of humbling you. You can have the…

Teaching children about mental health: the best books to start the conversation

When should we talk to children about mental health? Practical tips for parents: using the Healthy Minds book series to teach children about mental health gently and effectively. When should we start talking to children about mental health? If you…

Sunday lunch North East: St Mary’s Inn review for families

There’s nothing quite like a good old-fashioned Sunday roast and St Mary’s Inn in Stanington, Northumberland, certainly has something unique to offer its diners.