Self Care

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Welcome to the Self Care Page. Here you’ll find posts about health, fitness, and personal wellbeing.

  • 5 Things No One Tells You About Going Back to Work After Maternity Leave

    5 Things No One Tells You About Going Back to Work After Maternity Leave

    Laura reflects on her experience transitioning her children to daycare, highlighting five challenges she faced. These include difficulties with settling babies, maintaining breastfeeding, self-imposed work pressure, relentless logistics, and unexpected joys. She emphasizes the importance of preparation, setting boundaries at work, and the need for self-compassion during this emotional journey.

  • Meal Prep Meal – Lactation Boosting Over Night Oats

    Meal Prep Meal – Lactation Boosting Over Night Oats

    This overnight oats recipe is ideal for breastfeeding moms, as it includes lactation-boosting ingredients and is high in protein. It makes 10 servings, prepared in advance for convenience during the work week. Key ingredients include rolled oats, peanut butter, milk, protein powder, chia seeds, flax seeds, and Greek yogurt.

  • Freezer Meal – Roast Veggie and Chicken Pasta Bake Sauce

    Freezer Meal – Roast Veggie and Chicken Pasta Bake Sauce

    This freezer bag recipe for pasta bake sauce is easy to prepare and perfect for families. It includes chicken, pumpkin, carrots, broccoli, passata, and flavorful herbs. The recipe yields four batches, providing dinner for one night and lunch leftovers. Simple to cook and freeze, it ensures a quick meal solution.