MIDLIFE BY DESIGN: CURATING YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
Midlife asks for a different kind of care: bodies change, hormones shift, and what worked before often needs rethinking, so this section is for women who want practical, soulful ways to feel stronger, clearer and steadier through perimenopause, menopause and beyond. You’ll find sensible nutrition advice that prioritises protein at every meal and welcomes anti-inflammatory staples like leafy greens, oily fish, pulses and turmeric; movement that supports resilience rather than punishment, with twice-weekly strength work to protect bone and muscle alongside gentle Pilates or yoga for mobility and breath; simple sleep and nervous-system rituals that actually restore, from a predictable wind-down to short breathing practices; and self-care routines that hold you, a weekly cooking ritual, a short journaling page to steady decisions, small habits that add up. We also cover clinical options and the questions to ask your clinician so you can choose what’s right for your life. Start small, keep it consistent, and watch how strength and simple rituals change the quality of your days.
What’s in season will somewhat depend on where you live. But here is a list of some key foods coming into the season as winter is thawing and temperatures are warming. March Artichoke, Beetroot, Cabbage, Carrots, Chicory, Cucumber, Leeks, Parsnip, Purple Sprouting Broccoli, Radishes, Rhubarb, READ MORE…
I LOVE meal planning. I do it religiously, and if you know me in real life, you’ll know that it’s something I try to convince everyone to do for themselves because it will change your life for the better. My approach to meal planning and READ MORE…
What’s your morning ritual like? If your mornings are all about having a quick shower, grabbing a quick bite and rushing quickly out of home without having time for anything else, you need to bring in some change. Your health can’t be secondary, and you READ MORE…
These juice recipes serve 2 and take 10 minutes to prepare. Simply place all ingredients into your juicer and serve chilled. Green juices are my favourite. I avoid juicing a lot of fruit because of its high sugar content. My top tip is to drink READ MORE…
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We all know what we need to do in order to enjoy a balanced and healthy life, and yet so many of us reject or ignore these practices as we simply don’t have enough time. I believe that there are a few simple everyday rituals READ MORE…
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Set aside a weekend to nurture yourself, spring clean your goals and re-ignite your passions and plans. There are times when we all need to take a step back from our lives to recharge our energy, replenish our motivation and re-evaluate our goals. This is an READ MORE…
