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.
No screens or devices to distract us As a mother over 40, I often recall my childhood spent outdoors, bare feet on grass, knees scratched from climbing trees, pockets full of conkers and twigs. There were no screens or devices…
Emotional whiplash of maternity leave No one prepares you for the emotional whiplash of maternity leave. You step away from the working world, believing you’ll re-enter it after a short pause, yet when you return, the landscape feels entirely different,…
A first Nowruz to remember: what Persian New Year taught me about renewal This spring, as the first daffodils pushed through the cold North East soil, our home filled with the scent of herbs, rice, and rosewater. It was baby…
The Tiger Who Came To Tea inspires our first Baby ARTventurers class in Newcastle One of my all-time favourite children’s books is The Tiger Who Came To Tea. Every word takes me back to my own childhood, evoking memories of…
The limits of traditional approaches Lower back pain is a challenge many women face in the months after giving birth. Hormonal changes, weakened abdominal muscles, and the daily demands of lifting and carrying a newborn all contribute. For me, as…
Find out how to relieve back pain with a natural ginger remedy.
Disclaimer: This is a guest post from a reader sharing her personal experience. She wishes to remain anonymous. The story is intended to provide insight into molar pregnancy and should not replace professional medical advice. Understanding molar pregnancy: one woman’s…
Every toddler’s bedroom is full of toys, books, and odds and ends. For Cyrus’s space, I wanted a neutral backdrop so that all these treasures could shine, rather than clash. Forget pale pinks or blues, bright art and accessories are…