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What to do when menopause starts hitting hard
We’re all looking for answers in this time of change, everything is overwhelming… what do we do? Firstly, please don’t suffer in silence! Don’t assume your symptoms are something else. They could well not be your other life circumstances, divorce, money, feeling challenged at work or your relationships. They might be impacting your wellbeing, but…
Read MoreYoga for Menopause and Mental Health
October 18th is World Menopause Day. It’s something that’s definitely, and rightly, been brought to the forefront in the last few years. As someone heading in that direction my peri-menopausal symptoms have hit me like a truck! From the well-documented brain fog to total blankness – I feel like I need an OUT OF ORDER…
Read MoreEmbrace an empowered pregnancy with Lymington-based Doula Varvara
The stages of Doulaing are many, and blended with my unique combination of coaching, yoga, reflexology and doula specific services I am well-placed to offer a personalised service that caters to your individual needs during a time of massive change in your life. Doulaing isn’t just for the mother, I like to involve the other…
Read MoreWhat is mental fitness?
Just like doing a few calf raises while brushing your teeth (a great way to fit in movement!), mental fitness is about flexing your mind muscles, keeping your brain and emotional health in a good shape – not in the sense of brain training or memory games, but feeling mentally well, positive and resilient in…
Read MoreMenopause and the Mediterranean Diet
Change – the eternal struggle for women. From school, puberty, relationships, careers, child bearing (if you choose!), relocation and the menopause – we definitely get put through the ringer. That’s what Davina McCall’s latest documentary ‘Davina McCall: Sex, Mind and the Menopause’ really resonated with me. I’ve been through huge changes and trials in my…
Read MoreNot a pancake in sight: flip the script on Lent
New Year’s Resolutions slipped by the wayside? That’s OK, happens to the best of us, let’s embrace Lent and spring and kick start cutting those heavy or sweet foods out of your everyday diet. It’s crazy, I can’t believe we see Easter eggs in the shops just as Christmas passes by. Maybe we can use the…
Read MoreCalming down from Christmas chaos
Christmas Day has passed and we’re onto that limbo between the big day and New Year. Hopefully it’s a time of relaxing and enjoying time with the ones around you, but it can also be stressful. There’s a growing wave of people trying to keep their festivities simpler and easier, favouring less stress, good food,…
Read MoreUpheaval Overload: the female fight for clarity and focus
Juliette was one woman facing this battle, she found me via a networking group. We connected via text message and started off with an easy-going discovery call. The term Discovery call is bounded about a lot, but what are they, and why are they so important? From our 20 minute chat I was able to…
Read MoreSleep stress – clear your mind so the body can recharge.
Goodbye November, Hello December… can you believe it’s almost 2022? While the past couple of years have simultaneously flown by but also dragged, December always seems to be manic – regardless of what’s happening in the world. If you’re struggling to see everyone, be a great Mum, prepare for the festive season, stay on top…
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