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10 Things for a Working Mum’s Weekend Routine

For many working mums, weekends feel less like a break and more like a frantic scramble to catch up on everything left undone during the week. Between piles of laundry, grocery runs, and spending meaningful time with family, it’s easy to feel like you’re sprinting to Monday morning rather than recharging.

But weekends are more than just two days on the calendar—they’re an opportunity to reset, refocus, and realign with your goals. As Brené Brown writes in Daring Greatly, “We need to let go of exhaustion as a status symbol and productivity as self-worth.” Your weekends deserve intentionality, care, and a sprinkle of joy.

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The Invisible Load: A No-BS Guide for Working Mums Demanding More

The Hidden Reality of Working Motherhood in 2025

The landscape for working mothers in 2025 has reached a critical tipping point. While workplaces now offer hybrid models, remote options, and wellness initiatives, the reality remains that these ‘solutions’ often shift even more responsibility onto mothers. Behind the scenes of polished Zoom meetings and flexible schedules lies an undeniable truth: working mothers are carrying an invisible load that’s both overwhelming and exhausting.

In Lean In, Sheryl Sandberg observed, “We need to stop telling women they can have it all and start supporting them to have what they need.” The conversation has shifted from whether women can ‘balance it all’ to whether workplaces and partners are doing enough to support them.

Understanding the invisible load isn’t just about recognising it—it’s about addressing it head-on, demanding more from systems that continue to undervalue women’s contributions both at home and at work.

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How to Reclaim Your Evenings as a Busy Mum

For busy mums, evenings can feel like an extension of the workday—rushing through dinner prep, checking emails, managing homework, and squeezing in chores before collapsing into bed. But evenings hold incredible potential to reset, recharge, and set the stage for a smoother tomorrow.

The secret isn’t in doing more but in doing less intentionally. Let’s explore practical strategies to reclaim your evenings, ensuring they become a time of rest, connection, and calm.

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10 Clever Ways for Working Mums to Boost Income, No Savings Sacrificed

In the whirlwind of modern life, we understand the challenges you face – juggling a career, caring for your family, and securing your financial future. It’s a delicate balancing act, particularly when savings are limited.

But here’s the good news: there are smart ways to boost your income without dipping into your hard-earned savings. This special feature is here to share ten ingenious strategies tailored to empower mums across the UK.

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7 Tips for Making Your Home Office More Comfortable and Productive

Home offices are a staple of the modern workforce. Whether you are a freelancer or a full-time employee, having a dedicated space and the right environment for remote work can help you to be productive. But what does a home office space look like? How do you set it so you have everything you need? Here are 7 tips to help you make working at home more comfortable and productive.

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Cracking the Code: The Science Behind Forming a Habit in 21 Days

If you read our previous post on habits, you’ll already know that establishing a new habit typically takes around 21 days. That’s just three weeks, which isn’t a lengthy period. However, making that habit stick is an entirely different story. This is why we wanted to delve into the science behind habit formation in today’s discussion. With this knowledge, we genuinely hope to better equip you on your journey to kickstart new habits.