Wow, 2016 was pretty crazy, right? Politically, I think it’s the most change (and potentially most disturbing direction of change) I’ve experienced in my lifetime. The kind of year that […]
The magic of hormones
A couple of weeks ago, I was talking to some friends/colleagues after work, who were questioning me about the bump and the birth. I talked a bit about what a mixed […]
Surviving on no sleep
It seems like everywhere you look lately, there is more news about just how important sleep is for your health, your career, your wellbeing – your sanity! There are new […]
On Ambition(s)
This weekend, two of the books I’ve been working on in May are going to be in the Sunday Times bestseller list – one at number nine and one at […]
Saying goodbye to breastfeeding
On Thursday, 25th February, at around 5:30 am (yes, really), I nursed Theo for the final time. He was almost 14 months old. I fed him exclusively breastmilk for 6 […]
Decisions, decisions
One of the things I have found hardest since having Theo is making decisions as a parent. Once the doctor and midwives knew that Theo and I were both okay, immediately […]
Five goals for 2016
So, I’ve reviewed how my 2015 goals went. I think it’s fair to say the results were mixed. Some, I did really well on, others I literally didn’t even get […]
2015 goals in review
At the beginning of every year, I like to set a few intentions. Goals that keep me focused throughout the year and that I can refer back to when I […]
Saying thanks: 5 things I’m grateful for this year
It’s Thanksgiving this Thursday, and yet again, my parents will be having a little get together at their house. Theo and I will be sleeping over at their house so […]
Looking back on ten months of maternity leave
So. This is it. This time next week, I’ll be back in the office.* I tried to find an image to summarise how I feel at the end of my […]