Dr Julie - PhD

13/04/2026

Starting again can feel heavier than it should.
Not because it’s hard…

But because of everything we tell ourselves about it.

“I’ve fallen off track.”
“I should be further ahead.”
“I need to do this properly this time.”

And suddenly, something simple feels overwhelming.

So if you’re in that space right now — coming out of Easter, a busy season, or just life — start here:

✨ Speak to yourself like you would someone you care about. You’re not behind. You’re not lazy. You’re just starting again.

✨ Pick one habit — not a full reset
Something small, repeatable, and realistic.
Even something as simple as actually eating breakfast.

✨ Watch the “if only” thoughts
“If only I had more time…”
“If only I was more organised…”

They don’t move you forward — they keep you stuck where you are.

This isn’t about doing everything perfectly.
It’s about creating a rhythm you can come back to — again and again.

If you need a bit more structure or simple starting points, this is exactly what I focus on in my books (especially around babies, toddlers and family routines).

✨ I’ve got 20% off books and baby products this week — just something practical to support you if you need it 🤍

13/04/2026

What you don’t see in these clips…

The sleepless nights.
The feeding struggles.
The hours on a pump.
The mum guilt that never really leaves.
The judgement — especially going back to work and daycare very early.
The grief of doing this journey without my own mum or the support I thought I’d have.
And the reality of starting again…
Again and again.

This isn’t just “back to business.”

It’s still fighting for my dreams — alongside motherhood because they count...YOU count and don't listen to anyone who tells you otherwise ❤️‍🩹

12/04/2026

This is one of those dinners I forget about… and then make it again and wonder why I don’t do it more often.

Sticky baked lamb chops — simple pantry ingredients, minimal prep, and the kind of meal the whole family will eat (which is always a win in my house 😅)

It’s the kind of recipe that feels like you’ve put in way more effort than you actually have. Here’s how I made it ⬇️

Ingredients:
– 10-12 lamb chops
– ½ cup tomato sauce
– ½ cup soy sauce
– ½ cup brown sugar
– 1 tsp ground ginger

Method:
-Preheat oven to 180°C
-Place lamb chops in a baking dish in a single layer.
-Mix together tomato sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar & ginger. Pour over the lamb chops and turn to coat.
-Bake for 45–60 minutes, turning once, until sticky and tender.

I served ours with simple greens and mashed potatoes — nothing fancy, just a really good, nourishing family meal ❤️‍🩹

If you’re coming out of Easter feeling a bit all over the place with food, this is exactly the kind of simple, grounding meal that helps you find your rhythm again.

I’ve shared more about that (without restriction or overthinking) over on the blog if you want to read it 🙏

10/04/2026

If there’s one thing I come back to — again and again — it’s this ⬇️

Starting my day with protein.

Not because it’s trendy.

Not because it’s perfect.

But because it works.

It keeps me full.

It stabilises my energy.

And it takes the pressure off the rest of the day.
Especially in seasons like this — post holidays, heading into winter, juggling a lot — this one habit makes everything feel easier.

And the key?

It has to be simple.

That’s exactly why I created my High Protein Breakie Guide — real options that fit into real life 🙏

✨ It’s currently 20% off this week if you’re needing a reset that actually sticks.

🤫 And just quietly… this has also inspired something coming in my winter launch 👀
(because warm, easy, high protein breakfasts are about to become even more important).

10/04/2026

A few moments from our Easter🐇

This was our first break since moving here.

Nothing big.

Nothing over the top.

Just a few days away, keeping things simple and budget-friendly. And honestly… it was exactly what we needed 🙏

It’s easy to feel like holidays need to be bigger, better, more — but this was such a good reminder that they don’t (and yes for many like me there are seasons you simply can't).

It's never a true "holiday" as a parent but a change of space and a lot less tabs open is a break in itself (the load is VERY real).

Now we gently come back to routine again and through school holidays 🙃

If you’re feeling that shift too, I’ve shared a simple post-Easter reset over on the blog — nothing extreme, just small steps to feel like yourself again ❤️‍🩹

P.S This was the world's most competitive mini-golf game ever and my older boys had patience of saints with little Ray 🤓

10/04/2026

If you’re feeling a bit off after Easter… this is why 👇

It’s not the chocolate.
It’s not one takeaway meal.
It’s the loss of rhythm.
Less structure.
More sugar.
Disrupted meals.

And often… not enough real nourishment alongside it.

So instead of jumping into restriction — try this:

✔️ Start your day with protein
✔️ Add nutrients back in (don’t just cut things out)
✔️ Prioritise one proper, sit-down meal

That alone can shift your energy, cravings and mood within days.

I’ve written a full post on this — including how to reset without overwhelm (and how movement + rest actually fit into this too).

It’s up on the blog now if you want to go deeper ❤️‍🩹

And if you’re in a season of needing things to feel a little easier, I do have 20% off books and baby products this week — just something practical to support you, especially heading into winter 🙏

10/04/2026

This is one of those recipes I come back to again and again.

Quick. Simple. Actually filling.

And most importantly — it works.

Because after Easter (and honestly, in most busy seasons of life), the biggest shift I see for women isn’t needing more rules…it’s needing more stability.

Starting your day with protein helps:

🤍 Balance blood sugar
🤍 Reduce cravings later in the day
🤍 Support energy (even when sleep isn’t perfect)

And it doesn’t have to be complicated.

This is my high protein chocolate chia pudding — one of my go-tos from my High Protein Breakie Guide.

Something you can prep, grab, and not overthink.

If you’re working on resetting your rhythm a little right now, this is a great place to start plus I have a new blog full of tips.

And just quietly — my books (including the High Protein Breakie Guide) are 20% off this week, just to make things a little easier if you need it 🙏

10/04/2026

You don’t need to “undo” Easter… but you might need a reset ❤️‍🩹

Easter is meant to be enjoyed — slower days, chocolate, takeaways, less routine… all of it.
But what I see so often is swinging from that straight into restriction.

Cutting things out. Starting over. Trying to “fix” everything at once. And that’s not where real change happens.

What your body actually needs right now is:

✨ Stability
✨ Nourishment
✨ A gentle return to rhythm

Not perfection.

I’ve shared a simple post-Easter reset on the blog — focusing on food, movement and rest in a way that actually fits real life (especially if you’re tired, busy, or in a season where your body needs a bit more support).

It’s not about doing more. Just some simple places to help you feel in control 🙏

If you want to read it, it’s up on the blog now 🤍

And just quietly — I’ve got 20% off all books and baby products this week if you’re needing a little extra support heading into winter.

No pressure. Just there if you need it 🫶

08/04/2026

This is one of those moments where real life meets intention.

We grabbed fish and chips on our Easter trip — and had a picnic dinner out by a playground.

It’s fun, it’s easy (& cheap!) and it’s memories.

But right now, I’m also in a season where my body needs more from me.

Post-surgery, still rebuilding, still navigating hormones, sleep and recovery… I genuinely don’t have the capacity to run on low-nutrient meals. Not because of restriction — but because I feel it ❤️‍🩹

So instead of skipping it… I adjusted it.

I added salmon for quality protein and essential fats.

Loaded up with a fresh slaw for fibre and micronutrients.

Added a good aïoli because flavour matters too.

And yes — I still had the chips.

No guilt. No overthinking. Just balance.

And the funny part? The boys were straight into my salmon anyway 😅

This isn’t about saying everyone should do this.
It’s just what works for me in this season — supporting my body while still being present in the moment.

Because nutrition isn’t about perfection.
It’s about meeting yourself where you are… and building from there 🤍

And if you’re in a season of needing things to feel a little simpler (especially heading into winter), I do have 20% off all books and baby products this week — just something to support you, not overwhelm you 🙏

01/04/2026

01/04/2026

A few gentle reminders heading into Easter 🐰

This time of year can feel like a mix of pressure — more sugar, disrupted routines, and the constant noise of “balance it out” or “be careful.”

But in reality, it’s much simpler than that.

For women, starting the day well (especially with protein and healthy fats) will do more for your energy, cravings and overall intake than anything else.

For toddlers and kids, it’s not about perfect meals — it’s about what happens across the day and week. One chocolate-heavy moment doesn’t undo anything.

For babies, keep doing what you’re doing — simple whole foods, repeated exposure, and no pressure.

And for all of us —
You don’t need to restrict… but you also don’t need to swing the other way.

Add in nourishment where you can, enjoy the moments, and remember this is just a small part of a much bigger picture🤍

29/03/2026

Building shoulder strength… and working on transferring between hands.

Keeping things simple for now — but still working towards handstand walking goals.

P.S. kisses from the coach definitely help 🐶🩷

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