Bite Size: Small changes you can make to improve your physical, mental and emotional health; my personal journey
Part of being a new mother, is thinking of all the little moments you want to witness with your little one. Things like first steps, first day of pre-school, first bicycle ride and so much more. But as I started to think of all the firsts I will get…
Postpartum depression; how to spot it and how to help those who may have it
Living in rural areas or underdeveloped remote areas, one’s quality of life is highly affected compared to those who live in urbanized and developed areas. For women, who have just given birth for the first time (or the 9th time), it is difficult and in some rural areas, close…
Different types of discharge and what they mean
It is normal for girls to release vaginal discharges or fluids daily. This may start to happen after your breasts start to grow or a few months before the first menstrual cycle. However, not all discharges are normal and of good cause. Sometimes, they can symbolize changes happening in…
Coping with sudden disability; what I learnt from becoming disabled because of cancer
On my last visit to my oncologist, I asked her if my condition qualified to be called a disability. And whilst the question may sound weird. I had to know. She asked me why I kept asking her the same question even though I had the answer right in…
The (sustainable) 2020 HEAL She Evolves Gift Guide
With the holidays around the corner, it can be hard to get into the festive spirit. Especially given everything we have gone through this year. But, thats exactly what we should do. It is after all the bad times that help us to appreciate the good times. Which is…
Managing chemo side effects
When I first found out that I had cancer, I was terrified. The word cancer itself upholds a weight that is shattering, draining, and discouraging. To add on to the fear, I tortured myself by reading about cancer and watching fictitious cancer films where almost everyone with a cancer…
Book Review: Lost Connections; Why you are depressed and how to find hope by Johann Hari
Having been treated for depression and anxiety before. Seeing the sub-title “why you’re depressed and how to find hope” made me both excited and nervous. I remember picking up the book from the shelf and settling into my reading corner where I started reading immediately. The introduction alone astounded…