By Kelly Wilton So, how were your school holidays? Depending on what part of the country you’re living in, the answer will be different for everyone, I guess! And, depending on what your family dynamic looks like, the answer will be different again. Perhaps there will be some some similarities, however – like the fighting?! …
Vanilla is anything but boring! Check out these sweet finds and we’re sure you’ll agree.
We all know the benefits of a good workout. But it can be so hard to get motivated, especially when our lives are already so busy managing our kids’ needs. Even if you are time-poor, here are some simple and achievable ideas to help you get started with a mood boost that your mind and body …
By Susie Hopkins I remember so clearly when my son was identified as being level two autistic (I don’t use the term diagnosed anymore as I like to promote positive autistic identity which means I see autism as difference not a disorder). While I was obviously concerned on many fronts, it was information overload that …
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Mindfulness can make a difference in your daily life; it can help you eliminate anxiety, feel stronger, and more in control – all things us special needs mamas need to address in spades! And the best thing about practicing mindfulness is that you don’t have to go on a week-long retreat to have the practice …
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By Silvana Ghoussain “Seriously how does Megan do it? She seems to have everything together all the time! On top of that, she trains while raising her two kids!”. Yes, there are parents out there who have cracked the code of keeping themselves fit while raising children – but how do they do it? I …
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You might well be one of those people who think they haven’t got a creative bone in their body. But there are lots of different and easy ways to welcome creativity into your life, and feel less stressed as you do so. Creativity is good for you Practicing a creative art is an activity akin …
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By Susie Hopkins With the strain of caring for kids with complex needs falling mainly on mums, it’s hardly surprising that we experience mental health problems at much higher levels than most people. This terrible situation is made worse by the fact that we’re not likely to seek help when we need it. One of …
Are you worried about your mental health? Please seek help sooner rather than later Read More »
By Rachel Town “We need to go to the OT on Tuesday. You can take him then, because you finish work early.” “We still need to book in the physio.” As any parent of a child with additional needs knows, the difficulties of scheduling key dates and appointments can quickly lead to frustration, stress and …
Managing my time as a mama to a child with a disabilty: what works for me Read More »
By Susie Hopkins You would have to have been living under a rock to have not heard over the last few years that meditation is good for your mental health. And I’m yet to meet someone who has given regular meditation a really good go who hasn’t found it really beneficial. And for those of …
Four simple ways to help you develop a regular meditation practice Read More »
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