Becoming a parent is life-changing in many ways, but with much of your baby’s first years centred on their development and milestones, some new mums can lose their own identity in the process. Outside of the nappy changes, baby classes, and lullabies, how can new mums connect with themselves again?…
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Jenna Farmer
Jenna Farmer is a freelance health writer and nutritional therapist. She has Crohn’s disease and blogs about her journey to improve gut health.
Eat to beat brain fog
We’ve all had those ‘where on earth have I put the keys?’ moments, but for some of us continually struggling to process information and constant forgetfulness can be signs of brain fog...…
How to love your body a with chronic illness
Although an estimated 15 million people in the UK are currently living with a long-term health issue, and we’re constantly learning more about symptoms and treatments, the mental health impact of adjusting to a new body is much less explored.…
Navigating the tricky fourth trimester
The first three months of your new baby’s life should be full of joy and love as you begin to learn about each other. But those early weeks can also bring unexpected and challenging problems……
The mental impact of IVF
More than 20,000 IVF babies are born in the UK each year. But, for every success, there are many heartbreaks. Could more be done to support the mental health of those going through fertility treatment?…
How to make ready meals nutritious
Ready meals may well have a bad reputation, but is it actually deserved? We say they don’t have to be unhealthy, and have some tips to make them a little more nutritious……
8 tips for beating the bloat
Most of us are familiar with having to unbutton a tight pair of jeans after a slap-up meal. But for some people, bloating can be more regular, painful, and distressing. Here we share top tips for easing your digestive discomfort…
How good nutrition can help your skin
In an age where everything can be filtered, we’re surrounded by visions of perfect skin. But the reality is different, with more than half of us suffering with a skin condition of some form. So, could an improved diet be the answer?…
10 Energy-Boosting Foods
A hectic lifestyle can mean you don’t always eat as well as you should – and you could end up paying the consequences. But there are some simple additions to your diet that can make all the difference…