I love to learn more about mystical and magical mamas using their creative wisdom to heal and nurture others. I first spotted Charlie's beautiful brand - Magic Organic Apothecary, when looking around a baby boutique a few years ago. I loved her whimsical illustrations and was drawn to the eco cardboard packaging. I was keen to learn more about the story behind her brand and try her beautiful products.... How was MOA born? As a baby my daughter suffered badly from eczema and so, ...
Wellbeing
Mama Energy – Healthy cravings
Cravings! We all struggle with them, especially when we’re stressed or feeling emotional. And let’s face it mamas, when don’t we feel overwhelmed and/or vulnerable? We want to be healthy but more often than not we allow these cravings to override the healthy eating intentions. Not to mention how obsessed they make us when we’re trying to resist them. At times the cravings feel like an integral part of our busy lifestyle and we give into them, because we have so much else to deal with ...
Big Creative Magic – Elizabeth Gilbert
A few weeks ago I luckily found myself at Alternatives, Creative Living Talk by Elizabeth Gilbert. I desperately wanted to go last year but the event had SOLD OUT and rescheduled. The universe or my friend Beth gifted me with a spare ticket. Normally when I go to these types of talks, I come away a little deflated, feeling less than, a little more lost - Hosts stand of stage and talk of how they healed themselves and sold XXX amount of books. This talk was different - Elizabeth was ...
Healing the gut – Food is the foundation
Food is a complex issue in our house.. Ever since my little one had a gastro bug aged 2.5 years old she has never been the same. Her behaviour and her attitude to food has dramatically changed to the point it is a daily stress and upset. When she wakes she is happy and relaxed but with the arrival of breakfast or dinner we start to have phobias and avoidance behaviour. It is so upsetting that food is her nemesis and I know its the one thing that can heal her. BUT I have a conundrum - ...
Mystic Mama – The Oming Panda
I'm a huge fan of Instagram for visual inspiration and storytelling purposes.. I love finding like minded mystical mamas who have healing brands and products to offer. Finding other mamas far and wide, my mind is opened up to collaboration and connection, taking inspiration from their stories and gaining knowledge from their words. I would like to introduce you to Alexandria who is known as The Oming Panda on Insta - A spiritual mama who found her purpose in this life at a very ...
The future of health – Heal yourself
I have lost all faith with the medical world.. Image via Katherine Hanlon My child was born into this world in a very traumatic way. We both have suffered as a result and I'm sick and tired that the only route doctors know of is drugs. Drugs do not heal - They suppress, shutdown, manage, divert or attack in attempt to get us well again. I've come to learn that drugs do not work well for me, I'm incredibly sensitive and chemical related substances can tilt me too far in one ...
A nurturing space for adults and children
Mamas, what has been the most depressing part of your mothering journey so far?? At the top of list is the lack of nurturing and welcoming spaces for mothers and children. We all know being stuck at home is isolating and suffocating. I have travelled far and wide, taking journeys of over an hour to seek solace in nurturing spaces. I often find my peace in the wild; walking in the woods and the fresh breeze at the beach. But it's not enough to visit there, I feel I have to live there, ...
Our top tips for beating the last of the winter blues
It’s been bitterly cold for the past few weeks and I have been suffering with severe winter blues! Chances are that you feel that way too? So, even though the spring solstice is less than 20 days away, I would like to share with you my 10 top tips how to beat the last of the winter blues on SNOW DAY - NO 4 The peace that snow brings does give us a chance to go inside and really feel our emotions. Dashing around just isn't an option. I personally have moments of loving the calm ...
Is your child suffering from toxicity?
Have you ever been told your child is toxic? The sad reality is that todays children are born into toxic environments everyday, we know the air we breathe is not the purest. They are exposed to so many toxins all overloading our body’s natural detoxification system. Todays mothers have a huge challenge keeping their children well, supporting their immune system seems to be a full time mind boggling job. Maybe you have an idea that something isn't right with their health. Mothers ...
Mama health/wellbeing – A guide to intermittent fasting
Intermittent fasting (IF) is currently one of the world's most popular health and fitness trends. People like myself are using it to lose weight and improve health. Many studies show that it can have powerful effects on our body and brain, and may help us live longer! I came across an article about IF by Dr Mercola about 2 years ago, when I was still holding on to about 10 kilos of excess baby weight! I gave birth to Luca in May 2014 and although I breast fed, I was eating clean and ...