Some are born with influence. And others deliberately take it on. Yet others have it imposed upon them. Some people do it without even realizing or underestimate it. Nations have been won and lost with it, continents discovered using it, wars begun and ended with its power, slavery abolished, criminals locked away and the innocent […]
How did Anna know what to do with her screaming baby? By trusting her motherly intuition – and with a little help from her Mamma! Sleep? Who needs sleep? Anna is a friend of mine whose baby, Charlotte, is just three months old. Even though Anna is a medical doctor, being a first-time mum is […]
While mothers-in-law often get a bad wrap in our culture, really all they want is the best for their kids. Mostly, they have their hearts in the right place. It’s not impossible! You can be a mother-in-law legend. Sleep consultant Jan Murray is this week’s guest blogger, writing about how a mother-in-law can love, support and enable her […]
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If you don’t look after yourself, then how can you care for your family? In addition to caring for your body, another key to managing motherhood is to look after your mind. This blog follows from 20 Ways to Rock at Being a Mother No 7a: Look After Your Body. If you haven’t read that yet, it might be […]
Heading away for a holiday or trip, and leaving your children with friends or family? Sounds exciting! But it’s good to be aware there may be long-term outcomes, even with your very best intentions. This blog explains some of the strategies you can use to ensure your children manage the separation with as few adverse effects […]
Ever feel like you’ve lost that deep happy feeling? I have. Here’s what happened to me, what I learnt, and how you too can reclaim your “inner happy”. Checkout this radio interview I recorded about “how to get your happy back”. The bright early-morning springtime light filtered in through the window. My jangled brain struggled to […]
One morning at our kindergarten, when it was my turn to be a volunteer helper, I watched with fascination as a mother and son, “Billy”, went through their farewell ritual. If you struggle to let go of your children, this story might sound familiar! “Is it okay if I go now Billy?” this mother asked […]
How did Anna know what to do with her screaming baby? By trusting her intuition – with a little help from her Mamma