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I help mums understand the life-changing transformation of matrescence and break free from overwhelm, self-doubt, and perfectionism—because asking for support isn’t failure, it’s how we grow.
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Resentment After Kids: Why It Happens and What to Do About It
Resentment after kids is real — and it doesn’t mean your relationship is broken. It’s often a sign you’ve been in survival mode for too long, carrying too much without feeling seen. The good news? Small shifts in communication and connection can make a big difference. You don’t need perfection — just a starting point.
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Why Can’t I Move On After Baby Loss? A Conversation on Grief
If I could change the way we talk about baby loss, here’s what I’d say… Not with clichés. Not with silence. Not with “at least it was...
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This Week with The Imperfect Mum: Mindset, Grief Support & Things I'm Loving
Why I’m Starting a Weekly Newsletter One of the best things about being a therapist and coach is that I’m constantly learning—whether...
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When Gentle Parenting Makes Kids Seem Angrier (And Why It Feels Anything but Gentle)
We all know the theory  behind gentle parenting—stay calm, set boundaries, co-regulate, validate feelings. But here’s what the books...
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Finding Myself Again: The Power of Passion Mapping
The Moment I Realised I Had Lost Myself After I had my second baby, I felt like a shell of the person I used to be. My body had changed, ...
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Breaking the ADHD Cycle in Motherhood: What’s Actually Helped with Managing ADHD Symptoms
For years, I felt like I was constantly behind . Like no matter how much I tried to stay on top of things—housework, appointments,...
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5 Ways to Quiet Your Inner Critic and Become Your Own Cheerleader in 2025
For most of us our inner critic is the loudest voice in our head? The one that constantly whispers (or shouts) that you’re not doing...
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The Quiet Evolution: Embracing Matrescence and the Journey to Self-Discovery
Matrescence isn’t about losing yourself—it’s about peeling back the layers of who you thought you were supposed to be and rediscovering who
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Did You Grow Up with a Narcissistic Mother?
Our relationship with our mother plays a huge role in shaping who we are, especially during matrescence —the transition into motherhood....
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When Positivity Keeps You Stuck: Why It’s Okay to Trust Your Gut Over Positive Thoughts
Have You Always Been the One Who Tries to See the Bright Side? Do you tell yourself things like: “I just need to work harder, and things...
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Strengthening Relationships After Kids: Reconnect with Your Partner and Set Boundaries
Becoming parents changes everything—especially your relationship. Many couples find themselves feeling more disconnected after having...
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Unlock Your Potential with Shadow Work: A Guide for Mums
These journal prompts will help you understand yourself better, reduce anxiety and help you feel more joy in Motherhood.
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A tip to help you find your village
Hi Natasha Nyeke   So, it’s the first morning of the summer holidays. I’ve planned for this for weeks, though I didn’t anticipate the...
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Conversations I wish we had before we became parents.
One of the biggest shocks for me when I became a parent was what a catastrophic impact it had on my relationship. I waited the obligatory...
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Did you grow up with a Narcissisic Mother
Our relationship with our mother is probably the most important relationship we will ever have in forming who we are. Some parents make...
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Why Vulnerability is Terrifying but Necessary for Mums Navigating Matrescence
Let’s be honest: true vulnerability is terrifying. There’s a reason it takes time to go from thinking about therapy to actually booking a...
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Reconnecting with your partner after having a baby
Making time for my relationship and finding our new roles in each other's lives was probably the hardest thing for me when I became a...
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Is hating your partner after becoming a parent normal?
Do you feel like you’re always on and never take off that parent hat? Do you often feel burnout, angry, overwhelmed, and unseen? Do you...
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You cant keep pouring from an empty cup.
As Mums, it can be so easy to just live life on autopilot and not realise until it's too late how worn out we are. It happens most years...
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How to survive Mum Shame.
What is shame? Shame is something we all feel, but a word we rarely use to express how we feel. For most Mum shame is something we bat...
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