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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”
Running on Empty: How Sleep Deprivation Impacts You as a Parent (And Why It’s Okay to Ask for Help)
By Laura Johnstone – The Good, The Bad, and Your Parenting Journey Sleep. It’s something you don’t truly value until it’s taken away—and as a parent, it often is. I knew becoming a mum would be hard, but nothing really prepared me for the relentless sleep deprivation. Especially when you’re parenting a child who justContinue reading “Running on Empty: How Sleep Deprivation Impacts You as a Parent (And Why It’s Okay to Ask for Help)”
What Makes Me Nervous – And Why I Do It Anyway
There’s something I don’t often admit out loud – every time I launch a new book, start a fresh campaign, or share a deeply personal story, I get nervous. Proper butterflies-in-the-stomach, overthinking-every-word, wondering-if-it-will-reach-anyone kind of nervous. You see, everything I do – whether it’s writing, blogging, or creating new support campaigns – comes from aContinue reading “What Makes Me Nervous – And Why I Do It Anyway”
The bad and your parenting journey 