Tag Archives: emotional eating

Ever finished a packet of chips or a tub of ice cream and thought, “Why did I do that?” 💔

If you’ve ever felt caught in the cycle of binge eating, guilt and promising yourself you’ll “do better tomorrow”, you’re not alone.

Binge eating isn’t always about willpower — hunger, emotions and learned habits can all play a role.

Understanding why the urge happens may be the first step towards changing the cycle. ❤️

Read “3 Reasons Why You Binge Eat” and discover what could be driving your food urges — and how understanding your triggers may help you feel more in control around food.

💔 What if being a “good mum” doesn’t mean putting yourself last?

Mothers are often praised for doing everything for everyone else. But somewhere between the school runs, work, meals, appointments and endless mental load, it can become easy to confuse self-sacrifice with love.

And when your own needs are always at the bottom of the list, something has to give.

❤️ Looking after yourself isn’t selfish.
❤️ Rest isn’t something you have to earn.
❤️ Your needs matter too.

Because your family doesn’t need a mother who has disappeared into everyone else’s needs.

They need YOU.

Read “Why Mothers Need to Stop Confusing Self Sacrifice With Love” and remember: you were never meant to disappear inside motherhood. You are part of the family you spend your life caring for. ❤️

If you’re someone who eats when you’re stressed, depressed or anxious, you’re not alone. According to psychiatrist Phillipa Hay,“Around once a week, one in 10 Australians engages in some form of emotional eating, binge eating or out-of-control eating,” Additional research… Continue Reading >

As Easter approaches, many emotional eaters may find themselves struggling with their food choices and dealing with food-related triggers that can lead to overeating.  Easter is often associated with a lot of food, including sweets and other treats. For emotional… Continue Reading >

Whether it’s your annual visit to grandma’s house or a holiday party, food is a big part of the season. Here are some tips for how to prevent emotional eating during the holiday season: The biggest challenge of holiday parties… Continue Reading >

The end of the year can be so exhilarating. jam packed with exciting events, Christmas shopping and catching up with friends and family that you might not have seen during the lockdown period. Sometimes this can feel slightly overwhelming. You… Continue Reading >

The journey of motherhood is a beautiful and rewarding experience, filled with unforgettable moments and an abundance of love. Yet, it is no secret that the path of parenthood can also be laden with stress and challenges that can take… Continue Reading >

Do you ever eat something and think later, ‘why did I eat that?’ We all do it! And it is usually unconscious… I have often caught myself in the pantry having one of those “oh well I’ve already messed up… Continue Reading >

Brace yourselves!!! The Christmas season is in full swing… the added demands of school holidays are about to hit the next level…. and the relentless strain of ‘making an appearance’ at every ‘do’ you’ve been invited to…. all add to… Continue Reading >