Category: Wellbeing

25 Things Every Newly Single Mum Should Know

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If I could sit down with every woman on the day her relationship ended, hold her hand, make her a cup of tea or pour her a large glass of wine and tell her what lies ahead, this is what I’d say.

Over the past 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting thousands of women through separation, divorce and single motherhood. I’ve listened to countless stories, celebrated incredible wins, cried alongside women during heartbreaking moments and watched lives be rebuilt in ways they never imagined possible.

If you’re newly separated, you’re probably overwhelmed. You’re grieving, exhausted and trying to make huge decisions while your world feels like it’s been turned upside down.

So before you do anything else, take a deep breath.

Here are the 25 things I wish every newly single mum knew.Continue Reading →

Recovering from Divorce Trauma: Practical Tips for Healing

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Healing after divorce, separation, or an unhealthy relationship isn’t simply about moving on. It’s about moving through.

If you’ve experienced betrayal, emotional abuse, high-conflict separation, domestic violence, or years of feeling unheard or unseen, the impact doesn’t disappear the day the relationship ends. Your body, mind, and nervous system often continue carrying the effects long after you’ve left.

You may find yourself feeling anxious when your phone rings. You might constantly expect the worst, struggle to trust others, feel emotionally exhausted, or wonder why seemingly small situations trigger such strong reactions. You may even question why you’re “not over it yet.”

The truth is, trauma doesn’t just affect our memories; it affects how we experience the world.

The good news is that healing is possible.

While there is no quick fix, in this blog post, there are practical steps you can take to gently support your recovery, rebuild your confidence, and create a life that feels safe, peaceful, and fulfilling again.Continue Reading →

Communicating Through Change: How to Talk About Divorce

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One of the most difficult parts of divorce isn’t always making the decision itself; it’s having the conversations that follow.

Explaining the situation to your children, answering questions from family members, and talking to friends about what’s happening can feel overwhelming. Many women worry about hurting people, being judged, creating conflict, or saying the wrong thing.

Unfortunately, there is no perfect script for these conversations. Divorce is emotional, complex, and deeply personal. However, there are ways to communicate that can reduce misunderstandings, minimise unnecessary conflict, and help you navigate these discussions with greater confidence and compassion.

Effective communication won’t eliminate the challenges of divorce, but it can help create more understanding and support during what is often one of life’s most difficult transitions.

Here’s how to communicate your divorce to others…Continue Reading →

Why Every Small Win Deserves to Be Celebrated After Divorce

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When you’re navigating divorce, separation, or a major life transition, it can feel like your world has been turned upside down.

There are days when simply getting out of bed feels like an achievement. Days when the grief feels overwhelming. Days when the future seems uncertain, and joy feels out of reach.

During these difficult seasons, many women unknowingly set the bar for healing impossibly high. They tell themselves they’ll celebrate when they’re completely over the heartbreak, when the legal process is finished, when life feels normal again, or when they’ve finally “moved on.”

But healing doesn’t work that way.

The journey from surviving to thriving is rarely made up of giant leaps. More often, it’s built through hundreds of small steps, quiet moments of courage, and tiny victories that deserve to be recognised and celebrated.

In fact, learning to notice and celebrate these small wins may be one of the most powerful tools you have during the healing process. Here’s how to celebrate the wins as a single mum…Continue Reading →

How to Manage Your Time When Life Feels Full

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For many single mums, time can feel like the one thing you never have enough of. You’re managing work, parenting, the household, emotional responsibilities – and somewhere in the middle of it all, you’re supposed to take care of yourself too. It’s a lot.

And if you’ve ever ended the day feeling like you’ve been busy all day but still didn’t get “everything” done, you’re not alone. The goal isn’t to fit more into your day. It’s to use your time in a way that feels more intentional, realistic, and supportive. Here’s how to manage your time as a single mum…Continue Reading →