Tag: Life
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So my work colleagues know about my blog…
This blog is 8 years old this month – how crazy is that?! I’ve also been at my current school for just over a year now and until just before Christmas, had kept its existence to myself! It’s not that I’m not immensely proud of the things I’ve achieved since starting The Spoonie Mummy –…
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Guest Post – Dad’s At Work – It’s Time To Talk
I was contacted recently about sharing as piece on my blog about fatherhood and I found it super interesting so thought you would too! As a long term follower and supporter of Anna Whitehouse and her work to help working families with her campaign, Flex Appeal, this post shines a light on the father’s and…
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Mental Health Monday – Harriet’s Post-Natal Depression Story
A couple of week’s ago I asked on my Instagram stories for people who were willing to share their health stories on my blog. Harriet replied tot his request and I had the pleasure of interviewing this lovely lady for this post. Post-natal depression is something that I, luckily, have not experienced. It is a…
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Ostomy 101 – Drunk In Charge Of A Stoma
Please note – I am not medically trained and am sharing tips and things I have learnt through personal experience. If you have a concern please consult your stoma nurse or doctor Tuesday was my birthday and tomorrow night I am heading out with some family and friends for drinks and dancing – I can’t…
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5 Ways To Make Cooking With Arthritis Easier
Hello and happy Wednesday! While there is no specific diet that can help with your symptoms of arthritis, a healthy and balanced diet is important for everyone. A healthy diet will ensure you are getting the vitamins and nutrients your body needs which can help with medication side effects, keeping your heart and blood healthy…
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Life Update – A Year In Lockdown
Well it has been a little while… I do apologise for the radio silence! If you follow me on social media you will know I was still around, however my online life has had to take a step back for a number of reasons, as I will explain below. Today marks the one year anniversary…
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Keeping Sane In Self-Isolation
So how is everyone doing? We are now on day 4 of isolation and so far we are managing to keep busy and (pretty) sane. There have been many parallels drawn on social media between self-isolation and life with chronic illness. I get it – we spend much of our time indoors, we cannot always…
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Setting Goals
As we enter the last quarter of 2019 I decided to set myself some goals. Being back in a routine as I am now back studying for my degree has definitely helped me and my daily life has become more structured once again. I think goal setting is really important and I always find writing…
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