Motherhood & Identity

Australians over 55 take twice as long to find work as younger job seekers. Discover the barriers mature-age women face and practical strategies to navigate career transitions with confidence.

Working from home as a mum isn’t always easy. Learn practical, real-life work-from-home tips for mums juggling kids, boundaries, routines and remote work.

Careers aren’t meant to be linear. Just like nature moves through seasons, our careers have rhythms of growth, rest, reflection, and renewal. As a homeschooling mum, I’ve learned that even when life feels slower or less focused on traditional career milestones, it’s still a season of growth. Here’s how to embrace the season you’re in and redefine what success looks like.

Feeling pressure to “have it all” while looking a certain way? Here’s why your self-worth as a woman and working mum has nothing to do with your dress size or your LinkedIn title, and everything to do with how you feel.

More and more Australians, especially women, are questioning the careers they once worked so hard to build. And it’s no wonder. Midlife often brings with it identity shifts, motherhood, burnout, and a yearning for more purpose.

When you’re running on caffeine, chaos, and a half-eaten snack, your brain isn’t broken, it’s in survival mode. In fight, flight, or freeze, your emotional brain hijacks logic, making it hard to think clearly or respond calmly. But you’re not stuck there. Reframing, a simple mental shift can interrupt the stress loop and bring your logical brain back online. Even noticing one small good thing, like “I drank water today,” can build resilience and shift your state.

Feeling mentally drained by the end of the day? Decision fatigue is real! Here’s why it happens and how to reclaim your energy.

This is a photo of my son last year. He was outside having the time of his life playing in the mud. He was fully immersed in the moment, laughing, creating, and just being. It got me thinking: When was the last time I felt that free and present? When was the last time you did? As busy mums, life often feels like an endless to-do list, work deadlines, school runs, meals to cook, and the million other responsibilities pulling at us. It’s easy to feel like there’s not enough tim

Being a working mum is a full-time job in itself. Add full-time study into the mix, and suddenly, life feels a little chaotic. If you’re in the trenches, trying to balance a career, motherhood, and education, you’re not alone. This post is for you. While I’m nearing the end of my study commitments, I’m right there with you. Here’s what’s helping me stay sane (most of the time!): Accept That Balance Is a Myth Let’s be honest, there’s no such thing as perfect balance. If you be

First of all, let me just say this, you’ve already taken a huge step by being here. Recognising the patterns that hold us back is not easy, but it’s the first step toward breaking free from chronic stress and burnout. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure why your efforts to create change keep falling short, you’re not alone. Many of the women I work with feel the same way, juggling work, family, and the expectations they place on themselves can feel like trying t

Have you ever heard the story about the frog that was slowly boiled to death? It’s not just a chilling metaphor, it’s a powerful reminder of how we adapt to stress without even realising the damage it’s causing. Now, let me ask you this: have you noticed any of these symptoms in the past week? Feeling constantly stressed or on edge, like you're stuck in "fight or flight" mode? Struggling with your body shape or size despite eating well and exercising? Craving sugar or carbs m