Books, stationery, and wellbeing
I skipped the usual Saturday Share last week because I was swimming in stationery, so I've got some extra beauties to share this week. With a focus on politics on mental health, there's a lot of inspiring reads. A Beautiful Chaos is one of my favourite mental health blogs and Nicole is blogging about mental… Continue reading Saturday Share #96
The different themes for National Stationery Week are so much fun, especially today's: Get Crafty. What stationery addict doesn't love a roll of washi tape or inspirational postcard? I've approached a different brand to work with for each themed today and chose The Green Gables for my crafty post. Gabrielle's Live Happy range is ideal… Continue reading National Stationery Week 2017: Get Crafty [The Green Gables review and giveaway]
I'm just coming off 11 days off work in a row and some of the simplest pleasures and relaxing moments have been just getting out in the sun with the boys. Whether playing in the park, grabbing an ice cream or going for a walk and collecting leaves, it's been great to just be outside.… Continue reading Self-Care Sunday #11
Seeing someone you love struggling with their mental health is heart-breaking. You want them to know that you're there for them but it can be hard to figure out how to put it into words. Thanks to Geek Magnifique's Mel, you can let them know with a simple yet beautiful card*. Mel is that rare… Continue reading When you want to help someone but can’t find the words…
Way back in August 2016 I signed up to the Blurt Foundation newsletter. They sent me a self-care starter kit which I flagged to read through at a later date - that later date ended up being earlier this week! It's such a great document to have to hand whenever you need it. It covers… Continue reading Self-Care Sunday #10
There's definitely a mix of favourite posts this week, including discussions on mental health, blog collaborations and wanderlusting. Have a gander below. I love the opportunities that blogging offers and opens up for creatives. Cathryn from Little Paper Swans has just launched her own stock images and is also working on some short courses. If… Continue reading Saturday Share #94
As a first-time mum I can vouch for the fact nothing can prepare you for how hard motherhood is. That's not to say that I regret it for a single second but it's easy to lose touch with who you were pre-baby. When my maternity leave ended I went back to work part-time. On top… Continue reading Simple daily self-care tips for new mums
It's true what they say, laughter is the best medicine. My favourite sound in the world is Jenson's laughter and I was creased up watching him the other day. He likes to 'hide' in my mum's conservatory and this week he realised that it's hilarious to press his nose and tongue up against the glass… Continue reading Self-Care Sunday #7
Something I really look forward to each week is catching up on the latest episode of This Is Us. Because it's so emotional I like to watch it on my own with no interruptions from the boys, so I tend to catch up in bed with peace and quiet. I really do recommend having a… Continue reading Self-Care Sunday #6
Thursdays are normally a rush. I've just finished my working week (#sorrynotsorry) so I'm super-tired as it is and I generally have just under an hour to get Jenson ready for swimming. It's not worth waking him earlier - have you ever woken a toddler? Ugh! In that time we both get dressed, have breakfast… Continue reading Self-Care Sunday #5