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24/11/2025

Where do I find the time to run and exercise?

It's a fair question. Parenting is full on, especially doing most of it on my own.

But here’s the real answer:
I was never meant to do this alone. None of us are. And I don't.

I create the space by:
✨ leaning on my amazing mum
✨ asking friends for help
✨ my daughter enjoys time with her dad every second weekend
✨ intentionally surrounding myself with community
✨ choosing to prioritise running for my own mental well-being

Because taking care of myself makes me a better parent.
Because mothers deserve support.
Because we can be devoted to our children and still choose ourselves.

And if you’re reading this thinking, “I wish I could do that,”
please know: you deserve support too.
You deserve moments that fill you up.
And it’s absolutely okay to ask for help. 🧡🏃‍♀️

03/10/2025

🌊✨ Kids + nature = magic.
The water was freezing on Monday, but that didn’t stop Māia and Cooper from running straight in with pure joy. 🐚💦

Sometimes it feels like such an effort to get out the door — especially when the weather isn’t perfect. But every time, I’m reminded how worth it it is. The more we do it, the easier it becomes, and the more natural it feels to spend time outside together.

Spending time in nature isn’t just fun for our tamariki — it helps them build resilience, creativity, and confidence. 🌿 And for us as parents, it’s often a reset too: fresh air, slowing down, and a chance to be present with our children.

If you’ve been thinking about getting your kids into nature more, I can only say: go for it. Even the simplest adventures create the biggest memories. 💛

Do you find it easy or hard to get your kids outside?

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26/08/2025

Back in Nelson Tasman after the rush of Germany, what a shift. When you’re surrounded by so many people, the opportunities feel endless… but here, watching the sunset, I’m reminded of the beauty in slowing down. The quiet feels like space to breathe, to listen, and to hear myself again. 🌿✨

13/08/2025

I’ve been quiet here for a while – travelling Europe with my 5-year-old has taken all my energy (and given me so much in return).

It was a trip full of fun, but also time to reflect. I came home feeling a little displaced, but with a much deeper understanding of what matters to me: community, belonging, and staying open to different perspectives.

I love being with my family in Germany – where love is unconditional. I don’t have to do anything to earn it. I don’t have to message or call. I can simply turn up, and they love me – with my daughter by my side. That’s rare, and I’m so grateful for it.

This trip reminded me how big the world really is, and how important it is to keep an open mind – to welcome new experiences, even when we don’t fully understand them. I thought I was doing this trip for me, but I know she got so much out of it too. Her world just got bigger.

Now, I’m looking forward to what’s next – and hoping to pour more energy into supporting parents again.

Has a trip ever changed you in ways you didn’t expect? 🌍💛

06/04/2025

Comparison is the thief of joy… especially in parenting. ✨
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It’s so easy to fall into the trap of comparing ourselves to others.
“They’re more patient.”
“Their house is always clean.”
“They seem to be thriving, while I’m just surviving…”
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And it doesn’t stop when we become parents. Suddenly we’re also comparing how we parent:
“Should I be more like them?”
“Maybe I’m doing it wrong?”
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But what does comparison actually give us?
Usually—nothing but self-doubt and guilt.⁣
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We’re all parenting with our own mix of life experience, energy, capacity, and circumstances.⁣
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What works for someone else might look great from the outside—but it might not be realistic, sustainable, or even right for you or your child.⁣
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A study in the Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology found that just 30 minutes a day of social media can significantly increase anxiety, depression, and loneliness—largely because of comparison. ⁣
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Be kind to yourself.
Be open-minded.
Let others’ wins inspire you—but don’t turn them into “shoulds” that weigh you down.⁣
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You’re doing better than you think.
And your child doesn’t need perfect—just you. ⁣
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19/03/2025

It’s easy to get caught up in the idea that we need to do everything just right—healthy meals, a perfectly balanced routine, patience in every moment. But in reality, our kids don’t need perfection. They need us.

They need the messy, tired, sometimes overwhelmed but always trying version of us. They need eye contact, warm hugs, and someone who listens when they talk about their day. They need a safe space to express their big feelings, knowing they are loved no matter what.

So if you feel like you’re not doing enough, remind yourself: your presence, your attention, and your love matter more than anything. Let go of the pressure to be perfect and focus on just being there. That’s more than enough.

Tag a parent who needs to hear this today!

11/03/2025

11/03/2025

Some days feel impossible. You yell when you wish you hadn't. You cry when you just want to hold it together. Maybe you’re running on empty—exhausted, overwhelmed, or feeling like you're failing. Maybe your child is having a tough day too, and it all feels like too much.

But hear this: A hard day does not define you as a parent. One moment of struggle does not erase all the love, effort, and care you pour into your child every single day.

Being a good parent isn’t about getting it right all the time. It’s about showing up. It’s about loving your child even when the day has been messy. It’s about trying again, apologising when needed, and teaching through example that everyone has hard days—but that doesn’t take away from all the good.

✨ A good parent:
❤️ Loves their child unconditionally.
💪 Tries their best, even when they’re exhausted.
🤝 Repairs when things go wrong.
🛟 Provides safety and comfort, even in the chaos.
🌱 Learns and grows alongside their child.

So if today was a struggle, take a deep breath. Tomorrow is a new day, and you are still a good parent. 💕

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