Postnatal & Motherhood Therapist

Let’s talk about mum guilt—the nagging feeling that no matter what you do, it’s not quite enough. You’re not the “perfect” mum. Whether it’s heading out for a well-deserved night off with your best mate or your other half, taking a moment for yourself, or simply feeling like you’re not meeting an impossible standard, the […]

On the way to the supermarket last night I drove past my kid’s school. She goes into year 5 in September. It made me think where have all the years gone and also of all of you who have little ones about to start. It’s a total mix of emotions isn’t it?. Excitement, pride, but […]

It’s actually sunny outside in the Yorkshire Dales today!  The garden is full of daffodils and snow drops and as spring comes it’s a perfect time to turn our attention inward and embark on a bit of spring cleaning for the mind. Just as we tidy up and declutter our homes, it’s a great time […]

From the moment children enter your life you become stretched thin. All your time, energy, emotional bandwidth, finances everything gets stretched. It’s easy when this happens for boundaries to become blurred or even worse forgotten. Boundaries are essential for maintaining balance, preserving mental and emotional well-being, and fostering healthy relationships.. They are the invisible lines […]

January arrives, and with it comes a wave of emotions that might not match the festive cheer of the preceding months. The January blues, often felt after the whirlwind of the holiday season, can leave you feeling a bit down, and that’s perfectly okay. It’s a feeling lots of us share as we move from […]

Did you know New Year’s resolutions and mental health are closely linked?  I am tempted to just say ‘ Dont even bother doing them’ but that would make a very short blog post wouldn’t it?  And to be fair setting and achieving goals can have a significant impact on your well-being. However, it’s important to […]