Exercise is something that is recommended for a variety of physical and mental health reasons, including during pregnancy. Pregnancy exercise will differ slightly from what you would normally do, but the main goal is always the same, to get your blood pumping. There is a multitude of benefits that come with a regular exercise routine, […]
Women’s football: balls to the sexists
A late submission to football chat… I first decided football wasn’t for me sometime in the late 1980s when, with a Dons-supporting boyfriend at Pittodre, the opposition substituted a black player. The racism shocked and sickened me. That these ordinary folk in the stand beside me had brought a banana with them to express their […]
First midge bites of the year… what I learned lately
I love this time of year. It’s ‘get caught without sunblock’ season. There’s still a few pine needles under the sofa and actual summer is ages away, yet it’s warm enough to get out there. And it’s busy, busy with my favourite things, so, obviously, there’s lots to learn… L is for fear. If learning […]
You Don’t Have To Face The Challenges Of Modern Life Alone
Modern life can be tough, but you’ll make things infinitely harder when you face those difficulties alone. We all need a helping hand from time to time, and learning to reach out for it is one of the best things you’ll ever do. Here are seven situations in which acquiring the support of others can […]
How To Effectively Manage Multiple Different Debt Repayments
Personal loans, mortgages, car loans and credit cards are some of the most common types of debt in Australia. Since the application process is now so easy and approval rates are high, taking on debt has become increasingly common and convenient. In fact, Australia’s household debt is one of the highest in the world. In […]