Stress and holidays with small kids

Stress and holidays with small kids

Holidays pre- and post-kids Ah, finally, holidays! Looking forward to some time off work, sleeping in, reading books, sorting out your photos, maybe traveling to a place you’ve always wanted to go to. That is, before you became a parent. ‘It’s a...
Coping when your partner is traveling

Coping when your partner is traveling

My husband often has to travel for work. I used to love having a few days for myself before my children were born! And I began to dread them when he started traveling again after the end of the pandemic. Alone with two kids, while working. Help. If you’re a...
How to stay strong as a mother

How to stay strong as a mother

Being a parent has taught me how strong I am I admit it, I’m a sucker for quotes and affirmations. When I first read this one, however, it really struck a cord. Since become a mother five years ago, I have had to be strong on a number of occasions. And I’m...
Is therapy or coaching right for me?

Is therapy or coaching right for me?

A couple of years ago, I decided to stop using the term ‘health coach’ to talk about my job if I was meeting someone for the first time. I wanted to avoid the bewildered looks I always got. Instead, I now say who I help and what I help them...