Parenting a toddler is a full-body experience – physically, emotionally, and mentally. When you’re living with a condition like POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), the everyday demands of parenting can feel like climbing a mountain with no summit in sight. There’s no “pause” button when you’re exhausted or dizzy, and toddlers don’t come with aContinue reading “Parenting with POTS: Learning to Listen to My Body for My Toddler’s Sake”
Category Archives: NICU & SCBU
How I’m Using Social Media to Grow My Business and Campaign for Change
Running a business as a neurodivergent parent isn’t easy — especially when you’re juggling the realities of raising a child who may also be neurodiverse or born prematurely. But one thing that’s become a real lifeline for me is social media. It’s not just a space to share updates or post cute photos — it’sContinue reading “How I’m Using Social Media to Grow My Business and Campaign for Change”
When Milestones Don’t Go to Plan: Thinking of You This Easter Sunday
Today is Easter Sunday. A day that’s often full of chocolate-stained smiles, spring sunshine, and family get-togethers. But this morning, as I watched Amelia run around with her boundless energy and cheeky grin, my heart drifted back to those who aren’t able to spend today as a whole family. To the mums and dads sittingContinue reading “When Milestones Don’t Go to Plan: Thinking of You This Easter Sunday”
When a Coffee Chat Turns into a Cause: Changing the Conversation Around Infant Feeding
This week has been a bit of a whirlwind. On Tuesday, I had an exciting meeting with the Ickle Pickles Charity, and I’m thrilled to be doing more with them going forward. But sometimes it’s the unplanned moments that end up making the biggest impact. On Thursday, I was meant to follow up with NCTContinue reading “When a Coffee Chat Turns into a Cause: Changing the Conversation Around Infant Feeding”
Strangers Are Just Friends We Haven’t Met Yet: My Encounter With Barbara
I’ve always believed that strangers are simply friends you haven’t met yet. And sometimes, if you’re lucky, the universe proves you right in the most unexpected ways. About five years ago, I had one of those days. I was still adjusting to life with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), and one of the hardest changesContinue reading “Strangers Are Just Friends We Haven’t Met Yet: My Encounter With Barbara”
The Scars That Tell My Story: From Survival to Purpose
By Laura Johnstone When I look in the mirror, I see more than just my reflection. I see scars—two on my neck from when I survived sepsis, and one on my bellybutton that has been with me since birth. These aren’t just marks on my body—they’re the remnants of trauma, of survival, of a storyContinue reading “The Scars That Tell My Story: From Survival to Purpose”
The Simple Habit That Changed My Life and Led Me to Help Others
Why Saying Three Things You’re Grateful For Can Transform Your Mindset and Your Mission Three years ago, I took part in a five-day challenge. At the time, I didn’t know just how much it would shift my mindset—or change my life. The challenge was all about mindset and daily habits. There were lots of helpfulContinue reading “The Simple Habit That Changed My Life and Led Me to Help Others”
Building a Relationship That Survives Parenthood
Yesterday, I was chatting with a friend of mine who had a baby around the same time I did. She recently went through a breakup, and it made me stop and think. Later, I spoke to my husband Ryan about it, and we both reflected on how incredibly lucky we are to have made itContinue reading “Building a Relationship That Survives Parenthood”
Building Partnerships to Support Our Most Vulnerable: Meeting with a Prematurity Charity Today
By Laura Johnstone Today feels like a really important day. I’m meeting with a prematurity charity that I’ve supported and admired for a long time. It’s one of those moments where everything you’ve been through—personally and as a parent—starts to come full circle. I’m meeting with them to explore how we can support each other,Continue reading “Building Partnerships to Support Our Most Vulnerable: Meeting with a Prematurity Charity Today”
When Eating Out Feels Like a Risk – and Finding a Safe Haven in Worthing
For anyone living with allergies, or parenting a child with food allergies or Coeliac disease, eating out can be one of the most stressful experiences. It’s meant to be something joyful — a treat, a break, a chance to connect — but instead, it often becomes a minefield. I’ve lost count of the times I’veContinue reading “When Eating Out Feels Like a Risk – and Finding a Safe Haven in Worthing”
The bad and your parenting journey 