How to eat, move and care for yourself at 47

Yesterday, an old friend of H, a cherished companion from a chapter in our lives we hadn’t revisited in years, walked through our door. Life’s rollercoaster had kept us apart, but the universe decided it was time to reunite us.…

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How strength training and intermittent fasting are empowering

When the temperature drops and winter blues set in, staying healthy and motivated can be challenging. For a new mum in her 40s, finding the right balance between self-care and managing daily responsibilities is crucial. Here’s how strength training, cardio,…

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Boxing training at 46 and how it has changed me

If you want to get excited about exercise in the new year but crave something different, why not try boxing? It’s sure to get you fired up and ready to go! At 46, I didn’t expect it to become a…

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Eco-friendly parenting: inspiring kids to care for nature with stories

Eco-friendly parenting: small stories that make a big difference Discover how eco-friendly parenting starts with storytelling and small acts of kindness. From sharks to soil, these children’s books inspire greener thinking. There’s something oddly reassuring about watching my eight-year-old crouched…

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How to make date day count as new parents at Boojie Burger

Disclaimer: This post is a collaboration. All opinions, experiences, and recommendations shared here are entirely my own. When you’re part of the Sandwich Generation and wedged neatly between nursery drop-offs and elderly care, “me time” is rare. So when H…

As new parents, we don't get out much so making date day count is essential.

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How I found happiness in grief, words, and throwing punches

When my mum died at 65, the day before I was due to start a new job, life did what life does: it knocked the stuffing out of me. Flowers arrived, cards piled up, colleagues offered condolences. I cried, I…

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Handbag essentials for the working mum of a toddler

Handbag essentials tend to change when you have a toddler in tow.

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