Did you know that the 3rd Monday of January is called "Blue Monday", supposedly when everyone's mood dips and feels their lowest? Did you know that "Blue Monday " Is not recognised as a real scientific phenomenon at all? It's actually a marketing concept created by a travel company to drive holiday bookings? There is […]
Are you ready to learn how to be kinder to yourself? Self-compassion is the ability to treat oneself with care and understanding as if one were a good friend. It includes taking an active interest in oneself, being kind to oneself when things are tough, and recognizing that difficult times don't last forever. Self-compassion isn't […]
Have you ever set a goal for yourself and then never achieved it? Maybe you've even had this happen multiple times. It might be because your goals are too vague or not specific enough. Or perhaps they're too big to be achievable in the time frame you have available to achieve them. Setting goals is […]
The kids are off school, the crazy sweaters come out, weather permitting there may be a bit of sledging, there are carols and tons of chocolate – Christmas is great. But I didn’t always feel that way. I was one of those adults that dreaded Christmas. But now I’ve got three little children, five years […]
Are your thoughts drifting towards the wonderful holiday treats we make, enjoy and share at this time of year? No matter if you celebrate Kwanza, Hanukah or Christmas, each of those holiday traditions offers wonderful and unique food and drink experiences. Below I’d like to share some of those Christmas foods and drinks that I […]
It's that time of year again where people are scrambling to find the perfect gift for their friends and family. Everyone who has crossed your mind, you've probably considered what they might want or need. But have you taken a look in their stocking? Just because it's not Christmas morning doesn't mean there aren't still […]
Christmas is a special time of year for many families. It's the time when you head back home to spend quality time with family, and it's also the perfect opportunity to create new memories with your loved ones. But how do you start building your own Christmas tradition? There are so many options out there, […]
Have you heard of blogmas and thought about what it is? it runs from December 1st through December 31st, and it's simple: you just have to come up with 31 days of blog posts! Bloggers participate by posting at least one new post each day for the entire month of Blogmas. Blogmasters are encouraged to focus […]
Couples often find themselves on the same schedule, so they don't spend as much time together. But if you want to spend more time together, try planning activities around your partner's schedule. For example, plan things that don't require them to go out or get ready for anything if they work. This way, the two […]
Pets are important members of the family, but they also come with a hefty price tag. From food to vet bills, it's easy for pet owners to spend thousands each year. But there is something you can do about it: get your pet insured! If your dog becomes sick or injured and needs treatment at […]
You know it's around the holidays when everything goes into a complete haze of red and green. All of the movies on TV are about Christmas, everyone's energy starts to get into that holiday spirit, and all you want to do is spend time with your family. Christmas brings us together as friends, family, children […]
You might have heard of the term "body acceptance" before. It means accepting and loving your body for what it is, but it may not be clear to you at first how to live with this mindset. It can be difficult if you feel like certain parts of your body need fixing or if you […]
Katie-Louise Motherhood & Lifestyle Blog is all about parenting and the ups and downs of being a parent. Sharing my own stories, what I have learned from them, how they are similar to other parents' experiences or different in some way
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