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Five of my favourite gluten-free cake recipes

One of my first thoughts when I found out I had coeliac disease was, “But… caaaake?!” Thoughts of lost afternoon … More

baking, cake, coeliac disease, family, food, gluten-free

Cancelling plans – no more excuses!

For most of my adult life, I’ve been quite a sociable person. The thought of empty diary days used to … More

anxiety, chronic illness, excuses, family, fatigue, friends, pain, plans, rest, understanding

How chronic illness changed my attitude to money

I’ve always been a saver rather than a spender. As children it used to wind my brothers up something rotten. … More

chronic illness, family, finance, fun, health, money, saving, stress, worry

Your victories may be small – but they are still worth celebrating

This weekend was a bit of a washout for me. I have had the whole gamut of RA symptoms plus … More

challenges, children, coeliac disease, energy, family, health, productivity, recovery, rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes, understanding, victory

Changing my attitude to changing my plans: 5 tips from a change-a-phobe

I love an itinerary. For several years I made a printed “Christmas calendar” for me and my husband to make … More

anxiety, change, children, chronic illness, family, life, plans, reaction, resilience

Why extra-curricular activities can be a challenge for chronic parents

Small is now six years old, apparently the age at which after-school activities become the plague of family life. I’m … More

challenges, children, commitments, family, fear, health, parenting

Be prepared! Some tips to make travel with chronic illness less stressful

We discovered last year the wonder of going on a February half-term mini break – something to look forward to … More

anxiety, children, chronic illness, coeliac disease, family, health, holiday, rheumatoid arthritis, travel, type 1 diabetes

Choosing to lose the pressure to ‘be productive’

On Tuesday I rather ‘overdid it’ with a Pilates class (still loving it!), lots of walking and a shopping trip. … More

challenges, children, chronic illness, family, fatigue, productivity, value

‘The perfect day’ doesn’t have to be exhausting

This weekend has been a tough one. I had the kids on my own this Saturday, so got it into my … More

activities, behaviour, challenges, children, family, fatigue, fun, parenting, stress

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