Simple strategies to refresh yourself for spring
Today we’re going to discuss some strategies to refresh and reinvigorate ourselves for spring. This past year has been tough: it is more important than ever to reflect, and redirect ourselves so that we can get the most out of 2021.
Ways to refresh your space for spring that are simple and nurturing
It’s been a tough year. This is why it’s even more important to refresh your space for spring in a simple and nurturing way. We’re going well-beyond spring cleaning here, to a complete reinvigoration.
Why you should be wary of pregnancy message boards and my list of resources that might reduce your anxiety
If you’re pregnant then you’ve probably come across a pregnancy message board at some point. Here I take a look at the allure of these forums, as well as their dark side, and offer some resources that might be less anxiety-inducing.
Births that are sprints rather than marathons: My precipitous (rapid) labor experiences - preparation and recovery
Are you pregnant for the first time? Do you expect your labor to be long? I did too, until my first son arrived rapidly. Since then I’ve had another precipitous birth. Here we’ll discuss what they’re all about, how you can prepare for the prospect of one, and how you can recover.
Reflections on expat life: answering the question - “Should I stay or should I go?”
Katherine from Bad Days Abroad has interviewed me on expat life - specifically the question of whether I should stay (in Germany) or repatriate back in Australia. This interview forced me to reflect on my expat experiences and has uncovered a lot that has been simmering underneath the surface.
Are FFP2 (N95) masks the best choice for reducing COVID-19 transmission - What does the science say?
Germany and Austria have recently made FFP2 (N95) masks compulsory in the community. But are FFP2 masks really better at reducing COVID-19 transmission? Let’s take a look at what the latest scientific research says.
How to exercise at home: a round-up of my favourite resources and equipment
Forced to exercise at home because of winter or lockdowns? Or, does working out at home just suit your current lifestyle better? Here is a round-up of my favourite exercise resources and equipment for working out at home.
A letter to my pandemic baby
Here is a personal letter to my baby, who was born two weeks before the World Health Organisation declared the COVID-19 pandemic and the world turned upside down.
What will the long-term psychological consequences of the pandemic be for babies and young children?
How I got my babies to sleep through the night - lessons learnt from two very different sleepers (what worked and what didn't)
Struggling to get your baby to go to sleep and stay asleep? Read this in-depth study of my two babies with two very different sleep personalities. Find out what techniques worked and what didn’t from a parent who’s been there.
9 approaches to surviving the 2021 winter lockdowns (and perhaps even thriving)
New year, new lockdown. Feeling a little disheartened by facing another lockdown during winter? Let’s explore 9 approaches to not only surviving winter quarantines, but also thriving.