Mental Health Archives

School Runs, Beach Days and Bed Hair: The Simple Night-Time Haircare Habit Sydney Mums Should Know

07/07/2026

Sydney mums know how quickly a morning can disappear. One minute, there is coffee on the bench and everyone is still in pyjamas. The next, lunch boxes need packing, shoes have gone missing, someone needs sunscreen, someone else cannot find their hat, and the school run is suddenly ten minutes behind schedule. In between all of that, there is very little time for hair. For mums living in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, the daily routine often includes even more hair challenges: beach walks, salty air, humid mornings, school pick-ups, Pilates classes, playground dates, work meetings, air-conditioning and the constant rush between…

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For Mums, Mental Health

The Appointments Mums Keep Putting Off (And How to Finally Book Them)

02/07/2026

The calendar on the fridge is full of other people’s health. The six-week checks, the immunisations, the dentist for the eight year old, the optometrist because someone is squinting at the whiteboard. Somewhere on that calendar, almost never, is you. Booking everyone else in and quietly leaving yourself off the list is one of the most common habits of motherhood. It is also one of the few genuinely worth breaking. Here are the appointments that slide the furthest, and why they deserve a spot on the fridge. The five-yearly test four in ten of us are behind on Cervical screening…

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Mental Health

Tuning into Kids: Helping Children Build Emotional Intelligence.

22/05/2026

Parents looking for practical ways to better understand their child’s emotions and support their development may be interested in the upcoming Tuning into Kids (TIK) online parenting program this June and July. Designed for parents and carers of children aged 0–8 years, this evidence-based workshop series focuses on helping children develop emotional intelligence — often referred to as EQ. Research has shown that emotional intelligence can play a major role in a child’s long-term wellbeing, friendships, resilience, behaviour and even future academic success. The program runs online over six weekly sessions, making it an easy and accessible option for busy…

by jay

Medical, Mental Health

What Is a Cherry Angioma, and When Does It Need Medical Attention?

18/04/2026

A small red dot appears on the skin, and suddenly, a person finds themselves wondering whether it needs attention or not. In most cases, that dot is a cherry angioma, one of the most common benign skin growths adults develop over time. These little spots are typically harmless, but that does not mean every cherry angioma should be ignored. Knowing what to look for, what triggers these spots, and when a doctor’s visit becomes necessary can make a real difference in catching something serious before it becomes a bigger problem. What Is a Cherry Angioma? A cherry angioma is a…

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For Mums, Mental Health

How Busy Mums Can Prioritise Self-Care Without Feeling Guilty

16/04/2026

For many mums, self-care often ends up at the bottom of an ever-growing to-do list. Between school drop-offs, household responsibilities, work commitments, and family activities, finding time for yourself can feel impossible. Even when opportunities arise, feelings of guilt can make it difficult to embrace them. However, self-care is an essential part of maintaining your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. When mums take care of themselves, they’re often better equipped to care for everyone else around them. Redefining What Self-Care Means One of the biggest misconceptions about self-care is that it requires expensive spa days or entire weekends away. In…

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Mental Health

How Can Holistic Counseling Support Lasting Inner Change?

12/04/2026

Most people seek counseling because something feels off. Maybe it’s anxiety that won’t quit, relationships that keep breaking down, or a quiet sense that life should feel more meaningful than it does. Traditional approaches often address the surface level, but holistic counseling goes deeper. It looks at the full picture of who you are, not just the problem you walked in with. If you’ve ever felt like you were managing symptoms without ever really healing, this approach might be exactly what you’ve been looking for. What Holistic Counselling Really Means Holistic counseling is a form of therapeutic support that treats…

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Mental Health

The 5 Best Melbourne Boutique Psychology Clinics: 2026 Ranked

08/04/2026

When it comes to finding the right psychologist, things can become a little tricky. You might already be experiencing struggles, and this kind of friction is the last thing you need. Finding the right one can be almost as important as deciding to find support in the first place. When you are in a large city with many quality providers, the differences can be specific. It could come down to practitioner experience, philosophy of care, and whether a clinic feels genuinely personal. There are lots of services like this that can be exclusively transactional. For anyone looking to enhance their…

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Health & Wellbeing, Mental Health

Building Healthy Habits That Actually Stick: A Realistic Guide for Busy Mums

12/12/2025

You know that feeling when you decide today’s the day everything changes? Maybe it’s New Year’s, maybe it’s just a random Tuesday. Either way, you’re all in. The first week feels incredible. You’re actually doing the things you said you’d do. Then week three hits differently. The alarm goes off at 5:30am, and suddenly you’re not so sure anymore. Getting to the gym feels impossible. Those workout clothes are still folded in the drawer. Most people assume they’ve failed at this point, like everyone else knows some secret they’re missing. Here’s what’s really happening. You’ve been running on motivation alone,…

by jay

Mental Health

Upskilling after a Career Break: Key Tips for Working Mums

07/12/2025

Taking time away from work to raise kids can feel like you’ve stepped into a different universe for a few years. When you’re finally ready to return, it’s easy to worry that everything and everyone has moved on without you. If you feel that way, you’re not alone. Plenty of working mums go through the same thing, but the good news is that most find their way back into meaningful, well-paid roles once they have the right support and skills behind them. The goal isn’t to “catch up” as quickly as you can. It’s to step back in with confidence…

by jay

Mental Health

Unpacking Mum Guilt, and How To Move Through It

02/11/2025

Guilt often arises when our parenting reality falls short of our expectations. These might be shaped by ideals you’ve set for yourself, unrealistic social media standards, and unsolicited opinions from other people. For mums who are already exhausted by multiple responsibilities, carrying guilt adds another heavy layer to their emotional load. If this sounds like you, keep reading. We’ll take a closer look at why mum guilt shows, where it might be coming from, and how to address it so you can enjoy parenting and life more. Understanding mum guilt While every motherhood and mum guilt story is different, there…

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