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For the women I know going through this right now. This is for you.Every day, 31 families lose someone they love to brea...
01/03/2026

For the women I know going through this right now. This is for you.

Every day, 31 families lose someone they love to breast cancer. This March, you can help change that.

I will be walking 1 mile a day for 31 days and support life‑saving research to protect future generations.

Small steps. Big impact.

is the only UK charity funding ground-breaking research solely aimed at preventing breast cancer for future generations.

Their research will one day bring about a world where breast cancer is preventable and thousands are saved from ever experiencing this terrible disease.

The link to donate is in my bio and I will share on stories too

Here are some tools to remember on those days that feel that bit harder.
24/02/2026

Here are some tools to remember on those days that feel that bit harder.

Intrusive thoughts in postpartum 🤍Let’s talk about the thoughts no one warns you about.Becoming a parent is life-changin...
23/02/2026

Intrusive thoughts in postpartum 🤍
Let’s talk about the thoughts no one warns you about.

Becoming a parent is life-changing — and sometimes, scary thoughts can pop into your mind out of nowhere. If that’s happened to you, you are not alone.

✨ What are intrusive thoughts?

Intrusive thoughts are unwanted, sudden thoughts or images that feel distressing, disturbing, or completely out of character. They often center around harm coming to your baby — accidentally or intentionally — even though you would never want that to happen.

✨ What can they look like?

They might sound like:
• “What if I drop the baby?”
• “What if I lose control?”
• “What if something terrible happens and it’s my fault?”
• Graphic mental images of accidents or harm
• Avoiding certain tasks (stairs, baths, knives) because of fear

These thoughts can feel vivid and very real — but a thought is not a plan, and it is not an intention.

✨ What’s normal?

Up to 70–90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts at some point postpartum.

They are common, especially with sleep deprivation and hormonal shifts.

A key sign they are anxiety-based (not intent-based):
✔️ They feel distressing
✔️ You don’t want them
✔️ They go against your values
✔️ You feel guilt or fear about having them

✨ When to seek support

Please reach out to a provider if:
• The thoughts feel constant or overwhelming
• You’re avoiding caring for your baby
• You feel numb, detached, or hopeless
• You’re not sleeping even when baby sleeps
• You feel like you might act on the thoughts
• You’re having thoughts of harming yourself

Postpartum anxiety, depression, and OCD are treatable. You deserve support — not silence.

🤍 If this resonates, you are not a bad parent. You are a human one.

Save this. Share it. And know you’re not alone.

Thriving, Not Just Surviving: Practical Strategies for Work-Life BalanceReturning to work after maternity leave? Or stru...
19/02/2026

Thriving, Not Just Surviving: Practical Strategies for Work-Life Balance

Returning to work after maternity leave? Or struggling with the juggle of being a parent and having a career? This talk is for you!

Wed, 25th Feb
11:45-12:45

Wrentham Avenue, London, NW10 3HJ

F***y Di Domenicantonio, mum of three and founder of Fox & Cubs Nanny Agency, shares her honest and practical strategies for navigating parenthood. In her talk "Thriving, Not Just Surviving: Practical Strategies for Work-Life Balance", F***y will explore why the idea of "perfect" balance is a myth, how to let go of guilt, and ways to set up supportive systems at home and work so family life feels more manageable. Expect real tips, relatable stories, and a reassuring reminder that you are not alone in the juggle.

Meet Our Expert - F***y Di Domenicantonio, Director, Fox & Cubs Nanny & Private Staff Agency | Supporting Busy Families with Exceptional Childcare and Household Staff

As the Director of Fox & Cubs Nanny & Private Staff Agency, F***y helps busy families find the right balance at home through trusted childcare and private household staffing solutions. As a mother of three, she deeply understands the importance of reliability, stability, and true partnership when it comes to supporting family life.

With 20+ years of international business and management experience, F***y brings a dynamic, relationship-driven approach to everything she does. She is passionate about connecting with families, nannies, maternity nurses, housekeepers, and like-minded entrepreneurs across London and internationally. Her focus is on delivering a premium, personalised service built on trust, expertise, and genuine care—ensuring every family feels confidently supported and every placement is set up for long-term success.

We don't talk enough about matrescence.We prepare for labour.We prepare the nursery.We prepare the baby list.But we rare...
18/02/2026

We don't talk enough about matrescence.

We prepare for labour.
We prepare the nursery.
We prepare the baby list.

But we rarely prepare for the birth of a mother.

Matrescence is the physical, emotional, hormonal, psychological and identity transformation a woman goes through when she becomes a mother. It’s not just sleepless nights and nappy changes — it’s a complete rewiring of who you are.

It’s joy and grief.
Confidence and self-doubt.
Love so big it cracks you open.

You can miss your old life and adore your new one at the same time.
You can feel strong and fragile in the very same breath.
You can be grateful — and completely overwhelmed.

Nothing is wrong with you.
You are not “losing yourself”.
You are becoming.

Just like adolescence, matrescence is a transition. It’s messy. It’s profound. It’s sacred.

If you’re in it right now — be gentle with yourself 🤍
You are growing too.


17/02/2026

This week we start our second series, Careers After Nannying and we are starting strong with Adeline from talking all things postpartum doula, hypnobirthing teacher, baby massage and much much more. She shares her incredible career, why her life took this turn after nannying and the importance of not just focusing on the child within the families we work for. Be ready to be inspired…

Listen wherever you get your podcasts from 🎧

NHS and Statutory ServicesThe primary route for clinical mental health support is through Children and Adolescence Menta...
16/02/2026

NHS and Statutory Services
The primary route for clinical mental health support is through Children and Adolescence Mental Health Services CAMHS.
Access: Most referrals are made through a GP, school nurse, or social worker. You can self-refer through your local CAMHS website

School-Based Support: Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) are increasingly integrated into schools and colleges to provide early intervention for mild-to-moderate needs.

For immediate support, the NHS 111 service now includes a dedicated "select mental health option" available 24/7 for crisis triage and advice.

National Charities and Helplines
Several national organisations provide direct support, counseling, and resources for families without the need for a professional referral.

YoungMinds: Operates a free, confidential Parents Helpline (0808 802 5544) for any parent or carer worried about a child up to age 25. They also offer a 24/7 Crisis Messenger for young people (text YM to 85258).

Place2Be: Provides in-school counselling and expert training across the UK. They lead Children's Mental Health Week (9–15 February 2026), which in 2026 focuses on the theme "This is My Place" to promote belonging.

Childline: A 24/7 service for those under 19 (call 0800 1111) offering confidential 1-2-1 sessions with counsellors via phone, email, or online chat.

Anna Freud National Centre: Offers specialist clinical treatments and assessments for families, including bespoke support for adoptive families and those experiencing high conflict.

NSPCC: Provides a helpline for adults concerned about a child (0808 800 5000) and extensive resources for managing parental mental health.
Specialist and Digital Support

Shout: A free, 24/7 national text service (text SHOUT to 85258) for anyone in a mental health crisis.

Kooth: An anonymous online mental wellbeing community providing free, safe support and counselling for children and young people.

Papyrus (HOPELINE247): A specialist service for children and young people under 35 experiencing thoughts of su***de (call 0800 068 41 41).

14/02/2026

Just jumping on to share a little bit about children's mental health and the resources you can access as a parent.

We had systemic therapy to support our daughter through severe separation anxiety a couple of years ago. I want to break the stigma and talk about it so that people can access these services, some of which are free and know that they are there to help you and your children!

Thanks to having a practitioner in my daughter's school, we were able to reach out and get free, accessible support quickly. We still use these tools today and will continue to do so as and when she needs them. We will also reach out again if we are ever in a place where I am concerned about my daughter's mental health.



Children don’t grow out of big emotions—they grow into the skills to manage them.And those skills are learned through re...
12/02/2026

Children don’t grow out of big emotions—they grow into the skills to manage them.

And those skills are learned through relationships.

When we support emotional development at each stage, we aren’t just helping children cope now—we’re protecting their future mental health.

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🧠💛 Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week 💛🧠This week is all about shining a light on children and young people’s menta...
09/02/2026

🧠💛 Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week 💛🧠

This week is all about shining a light on children and young people’s mental health — and reminding them (and ourselves) that it’s okay to talk about how we feel.

This year’s theme is “This Is My Place” 🏡✨

A sense of belonging — with friends, at school, in our families and communities — plays a huge role in children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing.

When children truly feel that they belong, it meets a basic human need. It helps them feel safe, valued, and confident, and can have a powerful, long-lasting impact on their mental and physical health, learning, relationships, and future opportunities.

This week is also about supporting the people and spaces around our children. By creating inclusive, nurturing environments — at home, in schools, and in our communities — we can help every child feel able to say:
“This is my place.” 💬💛


So many fun classes and workshops coming up Here are the fab people behind these fun and informative events: life I h...
06/02/2026

So many fun classes and workshops coming up

Here are the fab people behind these fun and informative events:


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