Road testing Panache sport

I have a love/hate relationship with running, one that I’ve written about before. (Please know that I use the word running very lightly – I’m more of a jogger.) I often hate the thought of a run (the effort it takes to get dressed, to push forward, to breathe) more than actually doing it –… View Post

Out ‘n’ About 360 Pram

Despite never feeling particularly maternal (I’ve always preferred puppies to babies!), I knew I wanted kids one day. In my dream life, I’d have five boys running around an old farmhouse. In my actual life, I have one beautiful boy and he’s more than enough for me. When we found out our IVF treatment had… View Post

The Truth About Breast Feeding

First and foremost, let me say that breast feeding is a wonderful force of nature. To be able to provide for your newborn by only using your body really is an incredible thing and one that I will always be astounded by, as I am by the ability of a woman’s body to give birth.… View Post

Early mornings with Bravissimo

I always admire those women in the ad campaigns for sleep and loungewear. All lithe limbs and glossy top knots, wrapped up prettily in cashmere and silk, their svelte bodies draped effortlessly over a chaise longue. I would love to be this relaxed but oh-so-glamorous woman but, in reality, it’s nothing more than a daydream… View Post

First ever Insanity class with ParkLives

Exercise and I have a love/hate relationship. When I’m thinking about it, or doing it, I hate exercise. But afterwards, when the endorphins flow and I start to see results, I love it. That said, I don’t like to pay to exercise. I mean, I don’t want to spend my disposable income on something I’m not… View Post