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Health & Wellbeing

10 Simple Sleep Tips Every Busy Mum Should Know

If you’re a mum, chances are you’ve become an expert at putting everyone else’s needs before your own. Between school lunches, work deadlines, sports practice, housework, homework, meal planning and trying to keep the family organised, it’s easy for sleep to become an afterthought. Many mums don’t struggle because they don’t want to sleep—they struggle because life simply gets in the way. Perhaps you’ve finally tucked the kids into bed and it’s the first quiet moment you’ve had all day. Instead of going straight to sleep, you stay up watching television or scrolling through social media because it feels like…

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Health & Wellbeing

Mum Health Investments Worth Budgeting For in 2026

Being a mum can be exhausting! Between caring for children. Keeping up with household chores. Supporting a partner. Managing work commitments. And, in many cases, helping ageing parents. There is rarely a moment when someone isn’t relying on you. In fact, many women spend their days juggling responsibilities from morning until night. Often putting their own needs at the bottom of the list. With so much going on, it’s completely understandable that their personal health can get put on the back burner. A missed exercise session here. A postponed health check there. Another week of poor sleep. It can all…

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sea side thai massage open seven day 10am 7:30pm
Health & Wellbeing, Remedial Therapy

Thai Massage Near Matraville — Special Offer for Eastern Suburbs Mums

As the cooler weather settles in across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, many mums find themselves dealing with stiff muscles, sore backs, and increased tension from busy family schedules. Winter is the perfect time to slow down, take some time for yourself, and enjoy the many benefits of a professional Thai massage. Located just minutes from Matraville at Sea Side Thai Massage, our experienced and qualified massage therapists are dedicated to helping you relax, unwind, and feel your best. Why Winter Is the Perfect Time for a Thai Massage Cold weather can cause muscles and joints to tighten, leading to aches, stiffness,…

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Kids Eat Free & Free Friday Activities at Meriton Pagewood
Food, Kids

Kids Eat Free & Free Friday Activities at Meriton Pagewood

Looking for an easy family outing in the Eastern Suburbs that keeps little ones entertained and helps make dining out more affordable? Meriton Pagewood has two great family-friendly offers to put on your weekly radar: Kids Eat Free at Thai Thae and free Ready Steady Go Kids sessions every Friday. Whether you are meeting friends for lunch, planning a casual dinner with the family, or looking for a fun activity for your toddler or preschooler, Meriton Pagewood is making it simple for local families to enjoy more time out together. Kids Eat Free at Thai Thae Dining out with children…

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Business & Career

Top Qualifications for Parents Returning to Work

Taking a career break to raise your family can provide plenty of enrichment, allowing you to slow down and really connect with your little ones during their most crucial years. But it’s also perfectly normal to feel a little nostalgic for the years spent working prior to starting your family. Thankfully, as your kids start preschool, kinder, and their first years of primary school, you may find you have more time during the day to put towards personal development again, whether that be taking up a hobby that has the potential to generate its own income, or maybe even taking…

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Health & Wellbeing

Welcome Home: Meet Dr Erin Hawken of Home Chiropractic Studio in Paddington

A calm, boutique chiropractic studio in the heart of Paddington, helping local families reconnect with movement, clarity and care. In the middle of a busy week, finding a place that feels calm, considered and supportive can make all the difference. That is the feeling behind Home. Chiropractic Studio, a boutique chiropractic space in Paddington created by Dr Erin Hawken. Located on Hargrave Street, directly across from the iconic Bellevue Hotel, Home Chiropractic Studio has been designed as an oasis for modern life. It is a place where individuals and families can pause, check in with their body, and receive chiropractic…

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Food, Restaurants

Free Art, Workshops and Live Performances Come to Sydney Fish Market

Sydney Fish Market is known for its fresh seafood and vibrant waterfront atmosphere, but it has now become one of Sydney’s most unexpected cultural destinations with the launch of Seascapes, a free arts and entertainment program running until October 2026. Presented in partnership with the NSW Government and curated by acclaimed Australian curator Daniel Mudie Cunningham alongside Cultural Capital, Seascapes brings a diverse lineup of live performances, interactive workshops, sound installations and immersive cultural experiences to the Market’s iconic harbourfront location. Inspired by the sea, Sydney Harbour and the unique character of Sydney Fish Market, the program features 14 artist…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Kerry McCarthy

Local mum of 2 Kerry McCarthy has been happily calling the Eastern Suburbs home for more than 20 years since relocating from the UK in 2005. As founder and senior counsellor at Working Well Counselling, Kerry specialises in supporting female clients navigate tricky life transitions such as fertility, parenting, relationships and health challenges. Having lived in Coogee, Randwick and Maroubra, Kerry has made the Eastern Suburbs her home and the ideal place to raise her two young children. Passionate about the outdoors, Kerry spends her family time walking, hiking, playing pickleball or tennis or simply beach gazing as she and…

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Health & Wellbeing, Medical

5 Things to Consider Before Trying NAD+ IV or Injection Therapy

NAD+ therapy has moved from niche biohacking circles into mainstream wellness clinics. A lot of people are now asking whether it’s right for them. The interest makes sense; claims around energy, mental clarity, and cellular repair appeal to many. But before you book a session, there’s a lot to understand first. This article covers five important considerations that can help you make a smarter, safer decision about NAD+ IV or injection therapy. 1. Your Current Health Status and Medical History Matter NAD+ infusion therapy shots aren’t a one-size-fits-all treatment. Your personal health profile plays a large role in whether this…

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Family, Parks and Beaches, Photographers

How to Prepare Your Home for a Newborn Photography Session

Bringing home a new baby is one of life’s most special moments. Between feeding, settling, and adjusting to life with a newborn, the last thing you need is a long list of tasks before your photography session. The good news? Preparing your home for a newborn photography session is much easier than most parents expect. As an experienced newborn photographer, I’ve photographed families in all kinds of homes — from spacious houses filled with natural light to compact apartments with limited space. No matter the size or style of your home, beautiful photographs are always possible because the focus is…

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