Many of my friends know that I have an ongoing struggle with anxiety and depression. Without going into too many details, suffice it to say that I have suffered since I was a child but was only formally diagnosed in 2002. Because I was on medication, I managed to get through my three pregnancies and post partum with no postnatal depression. In fact I thought I was invincible – unfortunately I was wrong. Things got really bad in 2011 and I spent 5 weeks in the Albert Road Clin

I love yoga. But to be honest I also hate it a little bit too! Why? Because I know I'll never look as gorgeous, fit and trim as all those Instayogis that crop up in my newsfeed. It doesn't matter if I invest in amazing yoga pants from Lululemon or squeeze my boobs into the latest sports bra from Lorna Jane - I still don't particularly like what I see in the mirror. And there's no way EVER going to be able to do a One Handed Tree or Wounded Peackock pose!! Best I can hope for

On a METreat Retreat, the schedule allows time each day for our mums to sit down an having a go at various arts and crafts. Activities on offer include (but aren't limited to): Face painting Glitter tattoos Stone mandalas Henna designs Colouring books Drawing Also our mums can have a play around with gorgeous Jamberry nail wraps and polish. Whilst this may not be everyone's cup of tea, it has been proven that being creative can benefit both the brain and mental health and can