Image – CC0 Licence Some women can feel the stress of going through the menopause a little early in life. If you see the signs of menopause before your 50s you might feel that there is nothing that you can do about it. It’s one of those things that we can worry about but there are things that we can do to help reduce the symptoms of menopause. Taking Natural Supplements There’s a lot of natural approaches to minimising the symptoms of the menopause. What you really need is trusted health information that you can rely on from websites such as CFAH and the NHS.  You can see there are…

Today’s world runs at a frantic pace. Whether it’s work-related stresses and strains or juggling a hectic home life, time is short and burn out is often not too far away. Practising a helpful program of self-care and self-love is an easy way to let it all go and recharge those batteries. Here are my 5 easy tips to practising self-care in style. 1.     Lighting a candle It may be unsurprising as I run my own candle company; I’m a huge candle fan! There’s nothing quite as relaxing for us girls than lighting a candle and snuggling on the sofa. Whether this is with or without wine, a candle can…

Over the past nine weeks, families across the country have found themselves working, living, learning and playing at home as the world reacted to the coronavirus crisis. Families with younger children used to days at school, teenagers preparing for exams and adults working full time were suddenly thrown together 24/7 with no chance of escape. It may come as no surprise then that mental ill health now affects 1 in 3 people, a statistic that changed quickly from 1 in 4 people after a few weeks in lockdown. This new statistic also represents the stats for mental health in children and young people, which a Government survey conducted in 2017…

I won’t comment on the amount of hours or days we’ve been at home. You, like me have lost count and interest, surely? Instead pry your eyes away from the corona count on the news and invest energy into what you do next. I am hoping to help you with easy ways to be kind to yourself and others. I’ve lived in Spain for almost a year and to say I’m missing family and friends is an understatement. I would have travelled home and had family visits in the past two months if not for the ‘C’ word. And the reminder emails are only adding insult to injury! But, putting…

For the foreseeable future, many of us are unable to travel to pre-booked holiday destinations, head to the coast with family, or go out for a day trip with friends. To get through these uncertain times and avoid missing out on lovely holiday feelings, make the most of having time to yourself by creating a solo staycation scenario within the comfort of your own home. Here are a handful of ways to recreate some quintessential holiday experiences to keep you feeling hopeful and excited about future travel. Try some new cuisine Cooking can be a fun, creative past-time that many of us don’t have the time to take up in…

I am so grateful for this post giving top tips for self-care in isolation from the lovely Jess Collins that I am sure can help us all feel a little better in these challenging times. Jess is starting a series of journaling sessions at the end of this month which I urge you to check out now. “It feels like pretty much everyone is talking about self-care in isolation right now.  After all, with a major pandemic occurring and anxiety at an all time high, now we need a slice of self-care more than ever.  But it feels somewhat lacking to suggest a bubble bath or face mask in the…

here are quite a few components to walking correctly; having the right gait, putting the right pressure on the right parts of your feet, and just like buying other fashion items, finding the right pair of shoes to keep you going for the longest is key to walking right! And if you’re someone who sometimes struggles to stay on your feet, or you experience pain when walking, it’s time to think about making your attempts at exercise go a little smoother.  Pexels Image – CC0 Licence Check Your Legs Your legs might just be where all the pain is when you walk, right? Sure, you may feel it in your…

Self-care is always important and too often neglected especially by busy women who juggle so much. As we all know we are now in unprecedented times when life is not as we know it. People who like to be alone may feel surrounded at home with other members of the household and find that stressful. Others who live alone may feel very scared and isolated. These are challenging times so I will be hosting a lot of content on how we can best look after ourselves during the Coronavirus days and beyond. Let’s start with a guest post from Jo on how she makes self-care a priority in her life.…

Making time for self-care when you have young children is not easy. I remember struggling to remember my needs when my now teenagers were little. I was so concerned about keeping them healthy and  safe that I lost myself a little in that process. This is normal but you can guard against it becoming too much if you look after yourself. Remember doing so is not selfish. You need to be on good form to be a good mum and to be there for those you love most. I am delighted to share this guest post from Petra about how she ensures she makes time for herself whilst parenting and…

This blog is all about women and most contributors are female. It is open to great guest posts from men too on occasion. Sometimes you get a really good one that combines practical tips with a bit of life affirmation too. That is why I agreed to host this post from Aaron from The Busy Papa blog. He shares important winter wellness considerations with us. I know many struggle to feel good mentally or physically after the festivities at the end of the previous year. We can change that and Aaron shows us how. “As the frost sets in and the January wintery cold sweeps the nation, it is important…