MY JOURNEY

I've always had a passion of supporting people, particularly women/mothers, in making positive changes in their lives. This passion lead me into a career as a children and families social worker, where I had the opportunity to work with hundreds of families from all different backgrounds and circumstances. Over the course of a decade in this role, I gained invaluable insights, experience and perspectives that undoubtedly shaped not only the person I am today but also the way I see and understand the nuances of motherhood.

My time as a social worker taught me the universal truth that motherhood is hard for everyone, regardless of the individual circumstances. 

Despite the aforementioned experiences, motherhood still came as a shock to me, just as it does to anyone else. Nothing can quite prepare you for the overwhelming love, joy and new found sense of purpose that comes with it, along with the feelings of displacement, exhaustion, overwhelm, worry, frustration, and guilt that motherhood delivers alongside your precious bundle. 

Truth be told, I began questioning whether such a demanding career was going to be right for me/my family as soon as I fell pregnant. However, I ignored my innate knowing and mothers instinct kicking in. The year after I returned to work was brutal. The realities of juggling work, managing a home and trying to be an ever-available mum were taking their toll. 

For a long time I did what I have come to realise most mums do- I blamed myself. I remember thinking that there must have been something wrong with me for struggling to have it all, do it all, be it all- all of the time. The feeling of shame kept me silent and stuck for too long. 

Now, not everyone’s journey into creating a better way in motherhood started with a rock bottom, but mine did. To set the scene, it was in the midst of the pandemic, and I had been thrusted into a very stressful safeguarding role with little choice. At the same time, my toddler’s needs began to emerge, marking the beginning of our challenging yet beautiful journey as an autism family. The result of this period? A burnt out, worn-down, and depleted mum who had pushed herself to the limit. 

SOMETHING HAD TO GIVE

My rock bottom became the catalyst for my transformation, like a phoenix rising from the ashes. It not only compelled me to completely change my life for the better but also became my motivation to prevent other mums from reaching that place of despair. 

Quitting my career allowed me to embark on an empowering journey of self discovery. I finally began prioritising myself and where I started investing in building a life that I am incredibly proud of today.

LIFE TODAY

Today, I am proud to say I have built two thriving businesses that revolve around the needs of me and my family.

I run a successful baby massage business across East London, and I also operate this nationwide coaching business that provides holistic support to women and mothers on their motherhood journeys. 

As a certified EFT Practitioner, Baby Massage Instructor, and Life Coach, I feel like this was always my true calling. I have finally found my purpose helping other women reclaim their full potential, access the joy and freedom they deserve, all while being the mums they always dreamt of being.iIt is truly the best job in the world!