There’s something incredibly powerful about hearing the words, “You’re an awesome mum.” It’s a phrase that holds so much weight, especially for parents who have walked a journey filled with uncertainty, medical challenges, and self-doubt. For those of us who are neurodivergent, have disabilities, or have faced the NICU, this compliment isn’t just a kindContinue reading “The Biggest Compliment: When Someone Says, “You’re an Awesome Mum””
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Travelling Cross Country: Why I’d Take the Train Every Time
Today’s daily blog prompt was about how we’d travel if we were going cross-country. For me, the answer is simple: I’d take the train. Not being able to drive has been a big adjustment, but it’s one I’ve learned to live with. Due to my disabilities—particularly POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)—I pass out regularly, whichContinue reading “Travelling Cross Country: Why I’d Take the Train Every Time”
Confidence Is a Skill: Why You Need to Practice Being Confident
Have you ever looked at someone and thought, Wow, they are so confident—I wish I could be like that? Maybe it’s a speaker on stage, a business leader making bold decisions, or even a parent who seems to have it all together. It’s easy to assume that confidence is something people either have or don’t.Continue reading “Confidence Is a Skill: Why You Need to Practice Being Confident”
Autism, Rejection Sensitivity, and How the “Let Them” (and “Let Me”) Theory by Mel Robbins Has Helped Me
Living with autism and ADHD means that rejection sensitivity is something I experience daily. It’s not just about feeling sad when things don’t go my way—it’s a deep, almost physical reaction to perceived rejection or criticism, even when no harm was intended. It can feel like the world is crashing down over something as smallContinue reading “Autism, Rejection Sensitivity, and How the “Let Them” (and “Let Me”) Theory by Mel Robbins Has Helped Me”
Losing Myself in the Joy of Parenting
When asked what activities I could lose myself in, my answer is simple: anything that involves Amelia. Right now, that means reading Noisy Farm and Hickory Dickory Dock—her favourite lift-the-flap books. It means playing with her toys, dolls, and making the most of soft play adventures. It means watching her eyes light up as sheContinue reading “Losing Myself in the Joy of Parenting”
Special Interests and Autism: The Comfort of Watching Shows on Repeat
When it comes to special interests and autism, there’s something deeply comforting about watching the same TV shows and movies over and over again. It’s not just about entertainment—it’s about familiarity, predictability, and the joy of immersing yourself in something that feels safe and known. Today’s blog prompt got me thinking: Is there a showContinue reading “Special Interests and Autism: The Comfort of Watching Shows on Repeat”
Are You Superstitious? How Energy, Manifestation, and Quantum Physics Shape Life and Business
Today’s daily blog prompt is all about superstition—are you superstitious? Do you believe in lucky charms, avoiding walking under ladders, or the power of knocking on wood? I wouldn’t say I’m traditionally superstitious, but I do believe in the power of energy. If you put positivity into the world, you tend to receive positivity inContinue reading “Are You Superstitious? How Energy, Manifestation, and Quantum Physics Shape Life and Business”
Wild Instincts: The Animals That Reflect My Tenacity, Fear, and Resilience as a Parent
Parenting isn’t just about love—it’s about tenacity, instinct, and an unwavering drive to protect and nurture your family. Some days, I feel like I’m moving through life with the fierce determination of a mother bear; other days, I’m navigating fear like a startled deer, and sometimes, I adapt and endure like the Arctic fox. WhenContinue reading “Wild Instincts: The Animals That Reflect My Tenacity, Fear, and Resilience as a Parent”
Dear 100-Year-Old Me,
Wow, what a journey it has been. I can only imagine what life looks like for you now—what wisdom you carry, what memories you hold close. But I know this for certain: every step you have taken, every challenge you have faced, has been filled with love, resilience, and purpose. I want to remind youContinue reading “Dear 100-Year-Old Me,”
The Significance of Family Tradition in Names: A Legacy of Love and Connection
Names are more than just something we answer to—they carry history, meaning, and a sense of belonging. For many families, names are passed down through generations, not just as a tribute but as a way of keeping loved ones and family connections alive. They link us to the past and, sometimes, to stories we neverContinue reading “The Significance of Family Tradition in Names: A Legacy of Love and Connection”
The bad and your parenting journey 