by Catherine Topham Sly | May 8, 2026 | parenthood
Many mothers find themselves constantly putting everyone else first after having children. This post explores the conditioning behind self-sacrifice, the link between mum burnout and identity loss, and how suppressing your own needs impacts your relationship....
by Catherine Topham Sly | Apr 23, 2026 | couples
Resentment is a natural response to unfairness, which can strain relationships if not addressed. To deal with resentment towards your partner: understand its root causes, focus on your needs, practice gratitude, and communicate openly about differences. Acknowledge...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Apr 2, 2026 | relationships
Many self-aware women wonder why they still react strongly in their relationships. This post explores emotional triggers, nervous system responses, and why awareness alone doesn’t change behaviour. It explains what’s happening underneath these reactions and why...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Mar 19, 2026 | parenthood
Feeling like you’ve lost yourself after having kids is more common than many mothers expect. This blog explores why identity shifts happen in motherhood, how they affect your wellbeing and relationship, and what you can do to reconnect with yourself and start feeling...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Mar 5, 2026 | intimacy
Postpartum sex problems are very common, and they don’t necessarily mean something is wrong with you or your relationship. This post explains why intimacy often changes after birth, how emotional and physical factors interact, and offers some simple, gentle ways to...
