Stories
Tell your story
-
5 Surprising Menopause Symptoms
Did you know there are around 34 recognised symptoms of perimenopause and menopause? And as research continues, that list seems to keep growing. We all know about hot flushes and night sweats, but here are five surprising menopause symptoms that might just shock you… Electric Shocks Many women describe experiencing strange sensations like electric shocks,…
-
Parenting a Child with PDA: The Toll Nobody Talks About
Even after years of parenting my PDA child, I still have those days when nothing seems to go right, and I feel like a failure. Parenting is hard enough, but when you add in that you have to think so hard about every single thing you say to your child. Then add in having to…
-
How to Style a Shelf: The Simple Layering Method That Works
A styled shelf isn’t about having the right things — it’s about arranging what you already have with a bit of intention. Varied heights, breathing room, and one anchor piece are genuinely all it takes. Here’s the method that makes it click.
-
ADHD Child Morning Routine: Why School Mornings Are So Hard for Children with ADHD, Autism and PDA
Does your ADHD or autistic child struggle with a morning routine? It’s not laziness, defiance, or bad parenting. Every morning feels like Groundhog Day. You’ve woken them countless times. You’ve called them even more. Shoes are nowhere to be found, and the socks don’t feel right. All this, all before 8 am. If this rings…
-
My honest product edit — what has actually helped with the AuDHD, the perimenopause, and the renovation chaos
This post contains affiliate links for some products; they will be clearly marked. If you purchase through my links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I also have a personal discount code for the collagen I mentioned — I can’t share it publicly, but drop a comment below or…
-
Our master bedroom and ensuite vision — designing a calm, light sanctuary in a Grade II listed Victorian farmhouse
The moment I walked into the master bedroom, I felt a sense of calm. With its vaulted ceiling and large sunlit window. I really want the master bedroom design to be soft and calm, a retreat in our Victorian Farmhouse.
-
Five years waiting for an ADHD assessment — what the system costs women, and why the gender diagnosis gap is a crisis hiding in plain sight
The author shares her experience of waiting five years for an ADHD assessment amid personal challenges. After recognising her neurodivergence during menopause, she navigates her children’s diagnoses while advocating for better support for women. She highlights systemic issues causing long wait times and the need for improved understanding and training in diagnosing ADHD in females.
-
Six months in: what the farmhouse, the village, and an AuDHD brain in perimenopause have taught me
This week, Fay shares her struggles with home renovation amidst balancing job concerns and her child’s school transition. This week, living in a farmhouse mid-renovation has overwhelmed me, leading to decision paralysis…
-
I had postnatal depression, undiagnosed ADHD, and no idea the two were connected. This is what happened — and why it matters for every woman diagnosed too late.
This post highlights the critical connection between postnatal depression (PND) and undiagnosed ADHD, rooted in the author’s personal journey. It underscores the importance of awareness, diagnosis, and support for new mothers experiencing these challenges. Emphasising the need for healthcare professionals to recognise symptoms early to improve outcomes and save lives.
-
Farmhouse Friday #2 — the kitchen arrived. We were not ready.
So in true ADHD style this weeks Farmhouse Friday is coming to you on Sunday! The renovation of our Victorian farmhouse kitchen, highlights the challenges faced with scheduling and a listed cupboard in the mix. I don’t think this is going to be an easy week, but it will be the biggest change we have…