Smart, grounded wellness for women in the middle of everything.

Hello, my friend! I've been having the most interesting conversations with women lately, and there's a common thread that keeps coming up: "I've taken care of everybody else. Now it's time to focus on myself." Sound familiar? As someone who inherited stepchildren at 26, I deeply understand this journey from constant caretaking to finally saying, "My well-being matters too." Today, I want to share some gentle ways to make that shift without the guilt that so often comes with putting ourselves...

Hello friend! I've been thinking about this all week, and it's one of those thoughts that keeps circling back to my attention. We're always asking ourselves "what should I do with my life?" But what if that's not the most important question? The Irish poet John O'Donohue said something that made me pause. He said we don't ask ourselves enough how we want to BE in the world. Not what we want to do – but who we want to BE. It's such a subtle shift, but it feels significant, doesn't it? Instead...

Hello, my friend! As I sit here looking at the garden my husband planted outside my office, I'm thinking about the many faces of mothering. Not just the biological ones, but all the unexpected ways we have been mothered and mother each other. Whether you're a biological mom juggling the daily chaos, a stepmother creating a blended family, an aunt who shows up consistently, or someone who mothers in other meaningful ways—this letter is my embrace of you. 👇 In today's email: This week's...

Hello, my friend! Ever wondered why your gut has been called your "second brain"? As I delve deeper into the fascinating world of our microbiome, I'm continually amazed by how these tiny organisms orchestrate so much of our wellbeing. The trillions of bacteria living in our digestive system do far more than just process food - they're active participants in our hormonal balance, mental health, and immune function. This week, I'm excited to share insights about nurturing your gut health during...

Hello, my friend! As I write this, I'm reminded of a slightly unusual ritual I began recently - walking with my eyes closed on the quiet back roads of rural Tiverton. With each careful step, I tune into the sounds around me - an owl hooting, the texture of concrete beneath my feet, the warmth of sunlight on my face. My failed seeing-eye dog Gracie accompanies me, though I'm not entirely convinced she'd keep me from walking into a tree! This practice helps regulate my nervous system through...