Mum guilt is a feeling of inadequacy and self-doubt that many mothers experience regarding their parenting decisions or actions. It is a common phenomenon that can arise from various sources such as parenting choices, work-life balance, and personal time. Mums may feel guilty about not spending enough time with their children, not being present during important moments, or making choices that do not align with their own or others' expectations. Mum guilt can be triggered by societal or cultural expectations, comparisons with other mothers, or even by their own high standards for themselves. It is important to note that dad guilt or parent guilt can also occur in fathers or other primary caregivers.

That’s why Qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist, Andrew Chan for Delight Counselling, has put together six tips to help overcome Mum guilt. 

Caffeine is a stimulant that is found in many beverages and foods, and it is one of the most widely consumed substances in the world. From coffee to tea, energy drinks to chocolate, caffeine is present in many forms and is enjoyed by millions of people every day. However, caffeine can also be a source of confusion and misinformation, leading to questions about how much is safe to consume and what the potential health benefits and risks are. In this complete guide to caffeine, Dr Brian Fisher, Clinical Director at wellness app Evergreen Life, has shared his knowledge on the stimulant to help educate us on the effects of caffeine.

Covering up your skin problems with makeup is never 100 percent effective. You’d far rather have natural complexion that glows with health, and makeup as an extra. You’re on the right track! After I was diagnosed with rosacea earlier this year I began to focus more on my skin care routine and less on make up.  Start with your basic, twice-daily skincare routine and make it a habit. But there’s more you can do to keep your skin looking fresh and radiant. Try these tips to max out your results.

When you talk about hair removal traditionally it's women who come to mind. Now I won't get started on how this is a male construct and how us girls should feel free to be as hairy (or non hairy) as we wish because today I'm actually talking about the boys - that's right male hair removal, and in particular laser hair removal for men, the holy grail of all body hair removal. 

To reach your nutrition goals and enjoy plenty of healthy, delicious, and nutrient-rich meals on a daily basis, you have to regularly evaluate your shopping and food consumption habits. Do you hurry through the supermarket and pick up the first items you see? Do you always plan to cook a healthy dinner at home but end up ordering takeaway? In a busy, fast-paced world, many people are used to making decisions quickly, always choosing the most convenient option rather than the healthiest one. 
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In this article, you’ll discover three healthy and smart food shopping habits that can transform your relationship with food.

*This is a sponsored post. All opinions and experiences are my own*
​*I am not a medical professional, information in this article should not be taken as medical advice*

Allergies are a right pain. I am very lucky that I don't suffer too badly with allergies, but the rest of my household are incredibly allergic (to seemingly everything) so I am well versed in how horrible the symptoms can be and how it can actually stop you from living a full life. But while so many people experience allergies the majority don't know what triggers their symptoms. So let's take a look at how you can identify your allergies to help reduce your chances of experiencing symptoms.

I was very lucky to be surprised this year with my very own advent calendar! It's been years since I had my own Christmas countdown and Husband knows I am trying to avoid chocolate so instead he opted for a beauty advent calendar. And because we are Amazon addicts (how else can you shop in lockdown???) he chose the Amazon Beauty calendar.

Over the past couple of years beauty and grooming advent calendars have flooded the markets with everything from bath bombs to male grooming versions. I was very intrigued to see what my Amazon Beauty Advent Calendar had in store each day leading up to Christmas Day. Let's take a look inside and see what surprises this £60 beauty advent calendar has in store...

2020 has been an extraordinary year and one where, most of us, have had our holiday plans disrupted. If you are thinking of booking a staycation or holiday abroad to get a well earned break from the monotony of coronavirus life, take a look at my top holiday planning tips to help take the stress out of booking a break during the COVID-19 pandemic. ​

A high percentage of kids participate in extra-curricular activities at their schools and collages. As parents we recognise the value these activities bring to our children (plus it gives us a little more child free time!). Besides being a fun way to spend their time, after school clubs and classes are great learning, growing, and development tools for young kids and teens alike. I've prepared a list of extra-curricular activities that can help promote cognitive development in kids of all ages.

It is now such a commonly held understanding that buying single use plastic bottles is bad that it almost seems like we never thought any other way. Could it really be just 12-24 months ago we were buying bottled water and other drinks without a care, using carrier bags, not moaning at our supermarkets for plastic use? Well, yes it can, things have changed fast and one of the really big areas that was quite an easy change for most people was the humble drinks bottle. Not only did buying a reusable drinks bottle help keep our “Blue Planet” conscience clear it was also a chance to make a statement, to look cool or to have something new to make our own.

You can now buy all kind of drinks bottles including those that keep water super cold for hours such as these https://serp.co/best/coldest-water-bottles/ which are widely available. You can even get branded water bottles for events and businesses.

We rushed out to buy all manner of water bottles but now the dust has settled a bit, which types were any good? Which ones last, which ones are green and which ones were a bit of a con?

Here is a quick guide to some of the more common types of reusable bottle that we have all had time to reflect on.