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The Guilt of relying on Gadgets So I Can Get Things Done
There are days when I have a list of things that simply cannot wait. Dinner needs cooking. Paperwork needs finishing. Messages need replying to. And all of this has to happen while looking after two little girls who, quite understandably, just want my attention. Lately, while single parenting, I’ve found this balance especially difficult. Every… Read more
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From Working Mum to Stay-at-Home Mum: A New Schedule, A New Identity
For the last several years, my days ran on a clock. Wake up. Pack lunches. Get the girls ready. Meetings. Deadlines. Pick-ups. Dinner. Bedtime. Repeat. It was chaotic, exhausting, and sometimes overwhelming—but it was familiar. In a few weeks, that schedule will change completely. As we move to Australia, I’ve decided to take a break… Read more
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Moving Overseas with Kids: What We Took, What We Left Behind, and What I Wish I’d Known
When you’re moving overseas with children, every packing decision feels enormous. Should I take this?Will they miss that?Can I buy it there?Is it worth paying to ship? Before our move, I spent weeks reading packing lists. Most of them focused on documents and electronics. Very few talked about what it’s actually like to pack for… Read more
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Saying Goodbye: The Hardest Part of Moving Isn’t Packing Boxes
People often think moving is about logistics—finding a new home, packing boxes, changing addresses, and making endless checklists. But after every item is packed away, there is one thing that doesn’t fit into a box: the life you’ve built. When you move to another city or country, you’re not just leaving a place. You’re saying… Read more
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Why Park Time Matters More Than We Think
When my older daughter, Aarna, turned one, the park became a part of our daily routine. Every evening, we would head downstairs together. What looked like simple play was actually helping her develop so many important skills. She learned how to climb stairs, balance on wobbly bridges, navigate uneven surfaces, judge distances, and build confidence… Read more
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Who Is a Parent?
The other day, I asked my child a simple question: “Who is a parent?” I expected a complicated answer. Maybe something about teaching, protecting, or helping children grow. Instead, the answer was beautifully simple. “A parent is someone who takes care of me.” “Someone who gives me food.” And then came the answer that touched… Read more
Mom On The Rise 