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Raising a Child Against Society’s Expectations

This week on My Mountain we’ve got Elizabeth MacDonald, writer at My Baby’s Heartbeat Bear.  You can also follow her blog here.  Today, she is writing about her more unexpected parenting methods… There are hundreds of…

Posted in Depression, Guest Blogger, Motherhood, My Mountain - Our Parenting Challenges, Peer Support, Relationships 0 comments May 5, 2017May 9, 2017 by Laura

Five Reasons Exercise Is Great For Anxiety

I should admit right from the off that I’m both overweight and pretty unfit so this is most certainly not one of those motivational, expert, gym-bunny posts. However I did want to share my recent…

Posted in Anxiety, Depression, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Recovery 1 Comment May 3, 2017February 20, 2018 by Laura

Ham & Pea Egg Muffins

Welcome back to Recipe Roundup! These Slimming World-friendly egg muffins are perfect hot or cold for breakfast, lunch or just a snack.  You can add whatever ingredients you fancy but this is my current favourite.…

Posted in Lifestyle, Recipe Round-up 1 Comment May 1, 2017May 1, 2017 by Laura

Win A Family Ticket To Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park

It’s that time of year where we try to fill our diaries with activities to keep the kids entertained so today I’m happy to be hosting a giveaway to win a ticket for a family…

Posted in Brand/Sponsored, Giveaways, Holidays/days out, Motherhood, Reviews 0 comments April 29, 2017May 6, 2017 by Laura

Four

Dear Caterpillar Time takes on new meaning when you have a child. It becomes both fast and slow in almost equal measure.  When I look at your beautiful newborn baby pictures and then glance up…

Posted in Motherhood, Relationships 3 Comments April 27, 2017April 18, 2017 by Laura

Magformers Review

I mentioned this awesome construction toy during my post – Six Creative & Educational Preschooler Gift Ideas – but Caterpillar and I love it so much we feel it deserves a review all of it’s…

Posted in Brand/Sponsored, Learning, Motherhood, Reviews 0 comments April 20, 2017April 18, 2017 by Laura

There’s Always Something New To Learn About Anxiety

Every time I’ve struggled with anxiety I’ve ended up realising that it’s actually a learning experience. This doesn’t mean I enjoy it, believe me – I wouldn’t wish these experiences on anyone. However, I can’t…

Posted in Anxiety, Depression, Motherhood, Peer Support, Recovery 6 Comments April 17, 2017April 18, 2017 by Laura

Creative Kids: A Quick Step By Step Guide To Make A Balloon Rocket

I have a brand new idea to share with you for this week’s Creative Kids post.  Today’s fab activity is from Jim Stevens who writes over at Toy Advisors. Make your kid’s life a blend…

Posted in Creative Kids, Guest Blogger, Learning 0 comments April 11, 2017April 10, 2017 by Laura

Creative Kids: Peek-A-Boo Family Apple Tree (Plus Free Printable!)

Such a fun, adorable idea from this week’s Creative Kids guest blogger, Lauren from Sophie’s Nursery.   This super “Peek-A-Boo Family Tree” is a delightful game for young children who are learning their family & friends names…

Posted in Creative Kids, Guest Blogger, Lifestyle, Motherhood 0 comments April 4, 2017April 3, 2017 by Laura

Cheeky Monkeys – Orchard Toys Review

Hi everyone!  Some of you will know about my recent health issues (and if you don’t, please feel free to take a look at the three posts before this one).  But since I’m beginning to…

Posted in Uncategorized 0 comments April 3, 2017September 18, 2017 by Laura

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I'm a PND & Anxiety survivor and self-confessed "good enough" mum to two hilarious & challenging kids aged 10 & 4. Here you can find lots of Anxiety Management techniques as well as tips & self-care ideas for keeping mentally and emotionally well as a parent.

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