MumLife NZ - Naturopathic Wellbeing and Self-Care

06/09/2025

Don’t forget to enter if you haven’t already! Some beautiful prizes for one lucky winner! 🙌

04/09/2025

I know it’s Spring (yay!) but still important to care for our immune system and an easy way is blending fresh pineapple, lemon, turmeric and ginger with a pinch of cayenne and black pepper. Mix with water and have a glass every day!

03/09/2025

Hi Mums! I’ve been a bit AWOL while we moved house 🏡 with boxes everywhere and routines upside down. One thing that helped me through were the Eve Chill Pills.

They contain kava, a traditional herb used in the Pacific for calming the mind. Kava works on GABA receptors in the brain, the same calming pathway that helps with relaxation and easing tension. It’s especially useful in times of stress when your body feels stuck in “fight or flight.”

Have you tried it? Let me know if you want to know more or would like to order!

25/08/2025

Somehow I end up doing without even planning it! The last three weeks have been moreocan chickpea tagine, black lentil Dahl and an easy cheats Mexican chilli beans with baked potato. And NO my kids do not eat these, I wish they did but they have something different and hubby and I enjoy something super tasty for ourselves. Plus there is always leftovers for lunch!

What are your favourite vegetarian dishes? Or do you want to eat more vegetarian meals?

25/08/2025

Hey, I am part of a really amazing giveaway being run by Kate's Remedies check it out and enter as it is such a lovely self-care prize pack!

14/08/2025

How do you find meal prepping? Share your tips! 👇

06/08/2025

06/08/2025

One of my favourite herbs to drink is hibiscus — partly because it tastes good, and partly because it makes me feel like I’ve got my life together.

That deep red colour? Stunning.
The tartness? Refreshing.
And the benefits? Underrated.

Hibiscus is traditionally used to support healthy blood pressure, circulation, and cholesterol. It’s rich in antioxidants, gentle on the liver, and cooling for the body, which makes it a favourite in hot climates or when you’re running a little warm (hello hormones).

I often add it to herbal blends just to lift the flavour and add that tangy brightness. And it’s one of those herbs that even the kids will sip if I make it into a cold brew.

Anyone else a hibiscus fan? Or are there other herbs you always come back to in your teas? I’m always curious what others are loving.

31/07/2025

I’ve never been great at traditional meditation.

The whole sitting still, clearing your mind thing? My brain doesn’t work that way, and honestly, as a mum, I rarely have the space for it anyway.

But mindfulness? That I can do.

It’s the way I pause and let myself focus on something small, something present.
When I’m feeling overwhelmed or dysregulated, I don’t reach for silence or stillness, I just find whatever’s in front of me and really see it.

Like the way a plant outside is swaying in the breeze. I’ll watch it for a minute or two, no agenda, just noticing the movement. It slows my breath without me even trying.

Or when the kids are pushing my buttons and I feel my chest tightening… I zero in on something tiny, like the way their eyelashes curl or the softness in their cheeks. It’s like a little shortcut back to love and calm. Not always easy, but it helps me soften.

And when I’m doing boring, repetitive jobs like folding, wiping, tidying again, I let myself settle into a rhythm. I put on some chill music, let my body move, and lean into the moment instead of fighting it.

Mindfulness doesn’t have to be perfect.
It doesn’t have to be quiet.
It just has to be present.

And in this season of life, that’s more than enough.

What are your best mindfulness tips?

29/07/2025

Yes!

Stardust Poetry

29/07/2025

Let me know, you inspire someone else! 😍🙃

23/07/2025

I always notice the full moon coming before I even see it. My sleep shifts, the energy in the house feels different, and my body just feels... full. Over the years I’ve come to really work with the moon’s phases as part of my own rhythm, and it makes a difference!

At the new moon, I tend to pare things back. Simple meals, early nights, less social energy. It's a time for rest and quiet rebuilding. As we move towards the full moon, my energy naturally lifts, and I plan my more productive or creative work in that window. Around the full moon, I make sure I’ve got calming herbs on hand: lemon balm, passionflower, lavender, and I try to avoid overloading my calendar.

It’s not about being strict, it’s about living in sync. Our bodies, hormones, and even our moods can follow these lunar patterns, especially as women and mums who are constantly holding space for others.

If you’ve ever felt a shift but weren’t sure why, it might be worth tracking the moon for a month or two and seeing what patterns show up.

Do you notice the moon’s effect on your energy, sleep, or mood?