Laura Johnstone

Managing Hydration and Caffeine as a Parent with POTS: My Go-To Drinks

Being a mum to a toddler who doesn’t like sleep means one thing—I run on caffeine. Tea is my daily essential, and while I’ll grab a Coke if needed, my preference is always Pepsi. But alongside my love for a good cuppa, staying hydrated is a much bigger part of my life due to myContinue reading “Managing Hydration and Caffeine as a Parent with POTS: My Go-To Drinks”

Surrounded by My Favourite People: The Beauty of Finding My Neurodiverse Tribe

It’s taken me a while to realise this, but almost all of my favourite people are neurodiverse. And it makes perfect sense—because I am too. For a long time, I didn’t put much thought into why I connected so deeply with certain people. I just knew that with them, I felt safe. I could beContinue reading “Surrounded by My Favourite People: The Beauty of Finding My Neurodiverse Tribe”

When the Day Doesn’t Go to Plan: Learning to Adapt as a Parent

This morning, I had everything mapped out. Amelia was going to the crèche, and I was going to get a few hours of work done. It was one of those rare moments when everything seemed to be falling into place. Except, when we got there, she wasn’t booked in. My bad! That sinking feeling hitContinue reading “When the Day Doesn’t Go to Plan: Learning to Adapt as a Parent”

No Surrender: The Story I Forgot to Tell

For years, I’ve shared my experiences as a parent, an advocate, and someone navigating the complexities of life with neurodiversity. I’ve spoken about premature birth, NICU stays, trauma, and the struggles parents face. But somewhere along the way, I forgot to tell you the full story—the one that shaped every part of who I amContinue reading “No Surrender: The Story I Forgot to Tell”

The Greatest Gift: Friendship, Love, and True Unconditional Connection

If you had asked me years ago what the greatest gift in my life was, I might have struggled to find the answer. But today, I know without a doubt—it’s the gift of friendship and love. It’s something I have longed for, something I have fought for, and something I have learned to truly cherish.Continue reading “The Greatest Gift: Friendship, Love, and True Unconditional Connection”

Thank You for 1,000 Likes! It means so much!

Wow! We’ve hit 1,000 likes on The Good, The Bad, and Your Parenting Journey! I just want to take a moment to say a massive thank you to each and every one of you. Whether you’ve liked, commented, shared, or simply taken the time to read the content, your support means the world to me.Continue reading “Thank You for 1,000 Likes! It means so much!”

Some Days Are Just Hard – And That’s Okay

Today has been one of those days. The kind where nothing seems to go right, where exhaustion creeps in before the day has even properly started, and where the simplest of tasks feel like climbing a mountain. This morning, Amelia wouldn’t eat her breakfast. I tried a fruit pouch—she squirted it everywhere but didn’t eatContinue reading “Some Days Are Just Hard – And That’s Okay”

Family Budgeting: How to Manage Your Money Without the Stress

Raising a family is expensive, and with the cost of living constantly rising, managing household finances can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re budgeting for daily expenses, saving for the future, or just trying to make ends meet, having a solid financial plan in place can make a huge difference. As a parent, I know how challengingContinue reading “Family Budgeting: How to Manage Your Money Without the Stress”

3 AM Wake-Ups and 4 AM Ideas: Parenting, AuDHD, and Late-Night Creativity

Last night, at 3 AM, my daughter woke up crying. Like any parent running on instinct, I got up, changed her nappy, made her comfortable, and gave her some milk. She settled back down—but my brain didn’t. The moment I lay back down, an idea hit me out of nowhere. A children’s book about AuDHDContinue reading “3 AM Wake-Ups and 4 AM Ideas: Parenting, AuDHD, and Late-Night Creativity”

A Welsh Girl at Heart: My Love for Rugby and My Homeland

There’s something about being Welsh that runs deeper than just a nationality—it’s a feeling, a pride, a fire in the soul that never fades. I may not live in Wales now, but my heart will always belong to the land of song, rolling hills, and, of course, rugby. The Heart of a Welsh Girl GrowingContinue reading “A Welsh Girl at Heart: My Love for Rugby and My Homeland”