Laura Johnstone

Why do You Vote? Here’s Why I Absolutely Do

Every day, I share a prompt that makes me pause and reflect. Today’s question was simple: Do you vote? My answer? Most definitely yes. From a young age, I was taught about the importance of using my voice. I vividly remember watching Mary Poppins and seeing Glynis Johns sing “Sister Suffragette”. That scene stayed withContinue reading “Why do You Vote? Here’s Why I Absolutely Do”

Finding My Purpose Through Prematurity and Parenthood

When Amelia was born nearly two years ago—small, fragile, and far too early—my world shifted in a way I could never have imagined. I had no choice but to face the very thing I’d always carried deep inside me: my own story. I was born at 28 weeks, a time when neonatal medicine was stillContinue reading “Finding My Purpose Through Prematurity and Parenthood”

If there is one quote that I live by it is that everything happens for a reason!

Do you have a quote you live your life by or think of often?

The Unseen Impact of Losing a Twin: Growing Up with an Invisible Bond

When people think about twins, they often picture two children growing up side-by-side – sharing milestones, secrets, and a bond like no other. But what happens when one twin doesn’t survive? For those of us who have lost a twin, life carries an invisible connection and an unseen grief that shapes us in profound waysContinue reading “The Unseen Impact of Losing a Twin: Growing Up with an Invisible Bond”

A Time for Reflection: My Birthday, My Twin, and the “What Ifs” That Remain

Each year, as this week approaches, I find myself becoming incredibly pensive. While for many people a birthday is a time of pure celebration — balloons, cakes, laughter and parties — for me, it is always a little more complicated. You see, my birthday holds more than just the joy of another year lived. ItContinue reading “A Time for Reflection: My Birthday, My Twin, and the “What Ifs” That Remain”

Why Listening to Your Body Is Essential: Lessons from My Journey to Avoid Burnout

In a world that constantly praises hustle culture and “doing more,” it can be so easy to lose touch with the most important guide we have — our own bodies. A few months ago, during a conversation with a friend, I found myself reflecting on why I hadn’t fully “gone all in” with some ofContinue reading “Why Listening to Your Body Is Essential: Lessons from My Journey to Avoid Burnout”

Following My Heart: How Special Interests Shaped My Life and Business

Today’s blog prompt was a beautiful one: What are the things you like to talk about? For me, this question goes much deeper. It feels like asking, what are my special interests? When I stopped to think about it, it all came together so clearly. I have several special interests that I could talk aboutContinue reading “Following My Heart: How Special Interests Shaped My Life and Business”

Why We Must Follow the Dreams That Live in Our Hearts

Because those dreams can change lives. Yesterday, I had a day off. But not just a day off from work – a true pause. A chance to rest, reflect, and reconnect. From 9:30 to 2:30, I wasn’t in mum-mode. Amelia was in the loving care of her grandma and grandad – and when she’s withContinue reading “Why We Must Follow the Dreams That Live in Our Hearts”

What Risk Have You Taken That You Don’t Regret?

If you’d asked me years ago whether I’d ever be grateful for being set up on a date, I’d have laughed. But honestly? Saying yes to that blind date was one of the bravest and best risks I’ve ever taken. That one decision led me to a life I never imagined possible—married to an incredible,Continue reading “What Risk Have You Taken That You Don’t Regret?”

“Is There Something I Haven’t Done That I Should Have?” – A Sleepless Mum’s Honest Answer

By Laura Johnstone – The Good, The Bad, and Your Parenting Journey If you’d asked me this morning, “Is there something you haven’t done that you should have?” — the answer would have been a resounding yes. And not just any yes — a yes that came with tears in my eyes and exhaustion inContinue reading ““Is There Something I Haven’t Done That I Should Have?” – A Sleepless Mum’s Honest Answer”