Health & Wellbeing | Trying to Hold It All Together

Welcome to the part of my blog where I get (a little) serious about health, self-care, and all the wonderfully unpredictable bits of life as a mum of two… who also happens to be living with a kidney transplant.

This page is where I share what helps me feel human — from managing energy levels and navigating meds, to trying to eat something green. It’s about finding balance (or at least pretending to) in the beautiful chaos of motherhood, while keeping my health a top-ish priority.

You’ll find tips, stories, and maybe the odd rant — all served with a side of honesty, humour, and probably chocolate. Because let’s be real: wellbeing isn’t all green smoothies and yoga. Sometimes, it’s just getting through the day without losing your mind.

So if you’re a fellow mama, a chronic illness warrior, or someone who just needs to know they’re not the only one winging it — you’re in the right place.

• Anaemia Caused by Kidney Failure: My Personal Experience14/08/2025
  I hadn’t really heard much about anaemia before I was diagnosed. It was one of those medical words you hear in passing but never think will apply to you. Then, without even noticing when it started, I began feeling tired all the time. It wasn’t until I found out I had kidney failure that I… Read more: Anaemia Caused by Kidney Failure: My Personal Experience
• High Blood Pressure: My Story and What I’ve Learned14/08/2025
  High blood pressure happens when the force of your blood pushing against your artery walls is too strong. Over time, this can damage your heart, kidneys, and other organs. For a while, I didn’t feel any different—because high blood pressure often has no obvious symptoms. That’s why it’s sometimes called the “silent killer.” For more… Read more: High Blood Pressure: My Story and What I’ve Learned
• What You Need to Know About Kidney Failure: A Personal Perspective12/08/2025
  I never gave my kidneys much thought until the day I was diagnosed with kidney failure. If you’re wondering, what is kidney failure? — it’s when your kidneys stop doing their job of cleaning your blood and balancing fluids properly. It’s a scary diagnosis, but understanding it is the first step to taking control of your health… Read More