Five books perfect for those taking up running
This is a collaborative post. There are many reasons why we take up running. For some of us, it’s the alone time; a chance to relax and reflect on the day. For others, it’s to get fit, while many of us also use it to combat the likes of addiction. Running is often prescribed by […]
How to choose a mattress for a heavy person
This is a collaborative post. Being heavy doesn’t have to mean discomfort at bedtime. The right mattress can provide support to avoid that sinking feeling while cushioning your body, helping relieve pressure whether you sleep on your back, front, or side. When choosing a mattress, you should focus on three elements: Firmness A mattress’s firmness […]
Three Top Tips For Getting Through Dry January – From Those That Have Done It
This is a collaborative post. Yes, it’s that time of year again where we all have a go at giving up the booze. For some of us it’s easy, life changing in fact. For others we last about a week before that bottle of wine that’s been staring at us on the shelf gets cracked […]
Four ways to work out at your desk
Working from home has so many benefits for a lot of us. But one of the things I’ve noticed since I left paid employment and started to work for myself full-time is that I struggle to fit in exercise. Being able to fit in exercise is something I thought would be so much easier when […]
Why You Need to Eat More Seafood
This is a collaborative post. We all know that seafood is good for our health, but it’s often hard to figure out exactly why. Some people absolutely love the idea of trying new foods, but when it comes to seafood there’s always people who hesitate first. It’s not that they particularly don’t like the taste […]
Navigating the menopause: My journey of discovery
Today is World Menopause Day. Awareness about menopause, its symptoms and treatment options are still subjects that aren’t talked about enough. Hence the need for a day (and month) to raise awareness. It’s not something that was on my radar when I became a mum. Which is why it took me so long to recognise […]
Why we all need a mental health first-aid kit
Do you have a mental health first-aid kit? If you don’t, do you know what one is? Most of us have some kind of first-aid kit for our physical health, even if it’s just a couple of past-their-best plasters and a packet of paracetamol. What about a kit you can dip into when your mental […]
Post-adoption depression
Mind reports that 1 in 4 people in the UK experience a mental health problem each year. Around 3 in every 100 people suffer from depression. Despite the large number of people that are affected by it, mental health still seems to be something of a taboo. The traditional British approach is to keep calm […]
Mental health: Post-Adoption Depression
I hadn’t heard of post-adoption depression until after our youngest child came home. We didn’t learn about it during any of the assessment process for our eldest. The assessment for our youngest was extremely stressful and didn’t look at anything other than getting the boxes ticked so that we could be approved to bring her […]
Chetham Farm Retreat
Today’s article is written by Mandy Worsely, an adoptive mum to two children. Mandy tells us about her journey to becoming a mum and how her family have created Chetham Farm Retreat. It’s a beautiful retreat and holistic hub in the stunning Lancashire countryside. Her vision is to be able to offer therapeutic support for […]