2017 52 in 52: round up

On the last day of the year it’s time for a final round up of how I went with my 52 in 52. If you’re new to my 52 in 52 list, you can see an explanation here (and a revised list here). Final tally: 38 out of 52 were completed. Here’s the thing. At … Read more

So many things to do, so little time

This time of the year is so busy, isn’t it! In amongst regular life, you have to fit in Christmas shopping, social visits and huge, long days of eating. There’s travelling back and forth to family, and naps (or dreaming of naps) to get over the food comas. It’s been so crazy here, and I’m … Read more

Kayla Itsines review: Kelsey Wells SELF program for post-pregnancy women

During the course of my pregnancy I gained 35kg, adding the equivalent of nearly 50% of my body weight at the time. Part of this was due to the fact that I suddenly wasn’t able to eat salad or veggies – as soon as I fell pregnant they made me feel sick. The main reason, … Read more

10 things I’m doing right as a parent

baby smiling on blue background

Yesterday I was talking about my recent blog posts with my sister, and how writing is an emotional outlet for me. However she raised an interesting point, and threw down a challenge: Why don’t you write about the things you’re doing right? Totally valid point. I’m only focused on the negatives and the things that … Read more

4 challenges in getting out and about with a baby

I can’t sit still. I get cabin fever so quickly and easily; I’ve been that way ever since I can remember. Sure, I have days/nights where all I want to do is be at home – I’m just saying I can’t do many of those in a row. I struggled with cabin fever when Luca … Read more