Six Petals of Sheridan

Six Petals of Sheridan Postpartum Care • Laundry Support • Deaf/HoH-inclusive Playgroup • Palliative Care
Gentle, Practical Support for Families across Life’s Transitions.

27/01/2026

Postpartum isn’t just physical recovery — it’s nervous system recovery too.

That’s why support needs to be calm, regulated, and kind.

No rushing.
No fixing.
No judgement.

Just steady presence and practical care that helps mothers feel safe again.

25/01/2026

I’ve seen what happens when mothers try to do postpartum alone.

And I’ve seen the shift when support steps in — when the load lightens, even slightly.

Shoulders drop.
Breath returns.
Tears soften.

This work matters because mothers matter.
You don’t have to reach breaking point to deserve help.

When I walk into a postpartum home, I’m not looking at what hasn’t been done.I’m looking for what will bring the most re...
23/01/2026

When I walk into a postpartum home, I’m not looking at what hasn’t been done.

I’m looking for what will bring the most relief first.

Clean clothes.
Clear benches.
A calmer space.

Because when the environment softens, the nervous system follows.

Support should feel grounding — not overwhelming.

If today feels overwhelming, I want you to know this:You don’t need to “get on top of things.”You need care.Healing does...
21/01/2026

If today feels overwhelming, I want you to know this:

You don’t need to “get on top of things.”
You need care.

Healing doesn’t happen through pushing harder — it happens when support arrives and the load is shared.

You are allowed to receive help in this season.

Always.

The kind of support I offer is slow, respectful, and grounded.I don’t rush mothers.I don’t judge homes.I don’t expect pr...
21/01/2026

The kind of support I offer is slow, respectful, and grounded.

I don’t rush mothers.
I don’t judge homes.
I don’t expect productivity in a season designed for rest.

I believe mothers deserve to feel calm, capable, and deeply supported — especially after birth.

If you’re craving support that feels safe and steady, this space is for you. 💚

Laundry is never just laundry in postpartum.It’s the pile you see every time you walk past.It’s the reminder of what has...
16/01/2026

Laundry is never just laundry in postpartum.

It’s the pile you see every time you walk past.

It’s the reminder of what hasn’t been done.

It’s the quiet weight that adds to an already full nervous system.

When I support a mother, laundry becomes one less decision, one less task, one less load she’s carrying.

Practical help is emotional support.

This is why I do what I do.

You’re not failing at postpartum.You’re caring for a nervous system that’s been stretched, a body that’s healing, and a ...
12/01/2026

You’re not failing at postpartum.

You’re caring for a nervous system that’s been stretched, a body that’s healing, and a baby who needs more than most people realise.

The mess, the tears, the unfinished jobs — none of it means you’re doing it wrong.

It means you need support, not more pressure.
And support can look gentle, calm, and deeply human 🤍

This space exists for mothers in the thick of it.The ones who are holding babies, holding households, holding emotions —...
11/01/2026

This space exists for mothers in the thick of it.

The ones who are holding babies, holding households, holding emotions — often all at once.

I offer calm, practical, deeply human support for postpartum mothers. That looks like emotional care, embodied presence, and very real help with the day-to-day things that can feel impossible when you’re exhausted.

Laundry folded.
Meals warmed.
Space held.

Because support isn’t a luxury — it’s how mothers recover, regulate, and feel capable again.

If you’re in a season where everything feels heavy, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to do this without support 🤍

🌿 5 Ways to Reset — Without GuiltRest isn’t a luxury — it’s how we keep showing up for the people and work we love. Here...
31/08/2025

🌿 5 Ways to Reset — Without Guilt

Rest isn’t a luxury — it’s how we keep showing up for the people and work we love. Here are gentle resets you can give yourself, guilt-free:

1️⃣ Step outside — feel the sun, breathe the air, notice the season.
2️⃣ Make tea slowly — let it be a ritual, not a rush.
3️⃣ Move gently — a few yoga stretches or a short walk.
4️⃣ Switch off your phone — even for 10 minutes.
5️⃣ Say “not today” — give yourself permission to do less.

✨ Remember: slowing down is often the most productive thing you can do.

🌼 Herbal Allies for Early SpringAs the days grow lighter, our bodies naturally start to “wake up” after winter — and her...
28/08/2025

🌼 Herbal Allies for Early Spring

As the days grow lighter, our bodies naturally start to “wake up” after winter — and herbs can be gentle companions in this transition.

Some of my favourites:
🌱 Nettle – rich in minerals, supports energy and vitality.
🌸 Chamomile – calms the nervous system while easing digestion.
🍋 Lemon Balm – uplifts mood and helps shake off winter heaviness.
🌿 Peppermint – refreshes and clears the head.

✨ Try them as simple teas or nourishing overnight infusions. Sip slowly, breathe deeply, and let nature help you meet the season with ease.

📚 My Favourite Books & Podcasts to ResetWhen life feels busy or my mind feels full, I turn to a few trusted voices that ...
27/08/2025

📚 My Favourite Books & Podcasts to Reset

When life feels busy or my mind feels full, I turn to a few trusted voices that help me slow down, breathe, and come back to myself.

Books / Audio
- The First Forty Days – Heng Ou (postpartum nourishment and rhythms)
- Big Magic – Elizabeth Gilbert (creative courage and joy)
- Wintering – Katherine May (beautiful for embracing slower seasons)
- The Miracle of Mindfulness – Thich Nhat Hanh (gentle guidance for presence)
- The Hidden Life of Trees – Peter Wohlleben (nature’s wisdom for balance)
- Notes on a Nervous Planet – Matt Haig (navigating overwhelm in modern life)

Podcasts
- Motherkind – Zoe Blaskey (support for motherhood and self-care)
- Feel Better, Live More – Dr Rangan Chatterjee (health and mindset)
- The Midwives’ Cauldron – Katie James & Dr Rachel Reed (birth wisdom)
- The Mindful Kind – Rachael Kable (small mindfulness tools)
- Medicine Stories – Amber Magnolia Hill (herbalism and ancestral living)
- We Can Do Hard Things – Glennon Doyle (raw, real-life conversations)

💛 Our Family’s RhythmIn our family, rhythm is like a gentle thread that weaves through each day. For our deaf children, ...
24/08/2025

💛 Our Family’s Rhythm
In our family, rhythm is like a gentle thread that weaves through each day. For our deaf children, it’s more than timing — it’s how the world makes sense.

Our days flow in familiar patterns:
🕰 Predictable moments for meals, play, and rest give them a clear sense of what’s next.
🤲 Visual cues — a wave of the hand, the flick of a light, a warm smile — guide them through transitions.
🌿 Sensory touchpoints — the thrum of music, the scent of dinner cooking, the squeeze of a hand — bring comfort and connection.

It’s not about keeping time perfectly.
It’s about creating a steady, loving beat that helps them feel safe, understood, and free to grow in their own beautiful ways.

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