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The extent of today’s workout! . . . #givemerest #endoftheweek #pilates #notreally

Peter Pan Wrap Party (2002) . . . 12 years old, awkward af and socially anxious. I had my best trainers on- glittery sketchers, and a matching denim mini skirt and jacket. @paigebadenoch did my makeup and @shanethomas01 did my hair- thanks guys, you always were so nice to me 💗 . . . #wrapparty #peterpan #wendy #sketchers #hair #makeup #tbt

We aren’t here today but wish we were. I want to move to Stellanbosch! . . After a few months of Liam totally rejecting me (no exaggeration) he’s really affectionate now and we’re getting on so well. It was really tough but I was reassured that it’s a normal part of a toddler’s development- to exert control by ‘preferring’ one parent to the other, but that didn’t really soften the blow of it all. I didn’t do too well with not taking it personally. . . Now, though, I have the sweetest little companion to keep me company and chat to (about tractors and diggers, mainly, also the odd backhoe loader) and it fills my heart more than anything else in the world. . . . #motherandson #toddler #root44 #stellenbosch

Breathing! . . . People often tell me they get confused about when and how to breathe in Pilates / exercise in general. The main thing to remember is - don’t hold your breath! . . Usually, we go for an exhale on the ‘hard bit’ and inhale to ‘reset’- so if I was doing a push up, I’d inhale to go down, exhale to come back up. (I’m still working on finding a love for push ups btw 🤫) . . . #pilates #pilatesteacher #breathing

Gearing up for the week ahead! . . . Russ is going away so I’ll be holding down the fort by myself... thought I’d take the opportunity to indulge with these gorgeous @beautylaundrette products that were gifted to me and are taking such good care of my skin 🦵🏻💪🏻👩🏼 . . . #beautylaundrette #skincare #cleanaf #silkyaf

@russbain1 get off your laptop and come watch tv with me x

It’s cold. . . . Russ let me borrow his @thenorthface coat a couple of years ago and he’s not had a look in since. . . . #countryside #northface

This isn’t where we were today, but still as happy x

It was less of a countryside walk than assisting Liam with his scooter practice, but it was nice all the same. . . These @microscooters are good because they’re suitable for up to 5 year olds, aka saving you having to shell out every year! . . . #sunday #parenting #scooter

Behind the scenes in the nursery during the filming of ‘Peter Pan’. I seem to be reading from an invisible piece of paper while Peter’s shadow is kindly held in place by a member of the crew. . . . #tbt #bts #fyi #tbh #smh

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🌸 Sundays aren’t quite as laid back as they used to be (Liam disregards the idea of a sleeping past 6am). Still, we get to spend time together without feeling the incessant urge to be productive, which can dominate the week! . . Heading off to the park now, and our day trips have become that much easier thanks to the @icklebubba Globe stroller (gifted)- so handy for travel cos look how small it folds! . . . #icklebubba #daytrip #sunday

End of the week! Can’t wait for tonight- a hedonistic blend of #60daysin on Netflix, free-from brownies and bed by 10. 🎈 . . . #hedonism #exhaustion #beach #friday

My life’s ambition was to have a baby and dress them in something with animal ears. The reality has far surpassed expectations! . Liam’s staying cosy for his sweeping duties in his gorgeous @kitandkinuk (gifted) hoodie - so cute I’m giddy 😍😭 . . . #toddler #lovestosweep #livestosweep #kitandkin

Pilates! . . The pre-class feeling before everyone arrives... . As a teacher I’m finding my feet with it all (metaphorically...) and learning the balance of how much to put people through their paces. . I’ve been a bit tougher this second week, but it seems people like a challenge! . . . #pilates #pilatesteacher #imlookingatthemaninthemirror

Me and the boy. . 20 months old today 💗 . . . #motherandson #january

Week 1 of teaching Pilates ✅ . Five lessons in and I’ve learned so much! It’s gone really well, I’ve loved seeing the positive responses and people saying they feel better afterwards! . What’s really struck me is how self deprecating and unconfident a lot of people can be. Perhaps it’s the exercise environment that brings it out, but so many women in particular have approached me at the start of class to berate themselves for having gained weight over Christmas, being ‘out of shape’ or ‘bad’ at Pilates. It’s almost like they’re apologising for turning up. . I think it’s fantastic that anyone decides to move their body in a way that feels good and enjoyable to them. I don’t think there’s such a thing as being ‘bad’ at exercise, some folks are just not used to doing it. Everyone has to start somewhere. (Unless you don’t want to, which is also fine) 💗 . . . #Pilates #pilatesteacher #confidence

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Family life! . . Just enjoying a peaceful moment while Liam plays with his @smartmaxuk magnetic discovery toys (gifted). . Nothing, not even @russbain1’s best attempt, could shatter my zen. (/laziness). . . . #family #toddler #smartmax

Beginnings. . . I’ll teach my first Pilates class tomorrow - I’m a bit nervous as I’m not sure what to expect, but excited to put all the training into use. . . Disclosure - currently in PJs so posting a pic from Capetown where I looked fresher. . . How’s everyone’s weekends?

🇦🇺 . . Really late to post but here’s me, Carsen and Bonnie in the beautiful Australian countryside back in 2002... . If you feel like you’d like to do something to help Australia out but aren’t sure where to start, check out @phoebejtonkin and @celestebarber among others. . Or go straight to @redcrossau, @wireswildliferescue, @nswrfs. . . . #australia

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HNY! . Hi Deaf and hearing friends! Happy New Year! . . . #BSL #BSLstudent #happynewyear #deafawareness

2009. . Quite lost, directionless, unsure of the world and my place in it. A decade later and I’m a mum, a wife, and infinitely more at peace with myself and life. . . Here’s to the next ten years! 💗

Wandering between Christmas and New Years like...

Our adventure has come to an end, and we’re home to grey skies and 1.5k tonnes of laundry. Thank you for having us, Capetown x . . . #holiday #waterfront

Me and my boy 💗 talk about a life beyond my wildest dreams. . . #boxingday #capetown

Happy Christmas everyone! . . We went for a hike, then to the beach, then had delicious Ethiopian food at @themojomarket. Feeling like a Beckham/Kardashian and imagine that going home might be a bit of a comedown (cue violins). . Sending love and wishing peace of mind for all 💗 . . . #christmas #capetown

Me and the lads. . . Sending love and a reminder that each and every one of you out there are wonderful. . . #christmaseve #capetown #family

Just your classic Basic Bish beach pic.

“You’re always close to being far away”

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Most beautiful place with my favourite people. . . . #kirstenbosch #southafrica

🌶 . . Very lucky to be here. Also very lucky that the anxiety that has plagued me for months about coming to SA with Liam, and intensified since we’ve been here, is beginning to lift. My mind’s been a panic sandstorm and I’ve been obsessing about every potential for danger. . I usually chuck a positive caption on a smiley pic cos there’s enough heavy stuff in the world, and there’s nothing wrong with light escapism (/voyeurism 👀) . But I do think it’s important to acknowledge the disconnect between the curated #nofilter #blessed etc pics on social media and the feelings going on behind them. . . . #capetown #anxiety #sweetchilli

Table Mountain National Park 💗 . . . #capetown #tablemountain

Morning hikes! . . Took this pic yesterday. This morning, Russ aka superdad let me sleep in while and took Liam and Bear (the dog we’re looking after) on a beautiful hike up Lion’s Head. . We love it here so much, can we stay please?! *Googles visa requirements* . #capetown #hike #nature

This photo sums up motherhood. Plastered in tractor stickers, arm bruised from biting (he’s still doing it!) and Liam demolishing my food. And still smiling :) . . . #capetown #toddler #motherandson

Capetown, we’re in love with you ❤️ . . . #capetown #southafrica #beachbaby

Took this pic at a Christmas market before we left for Capetown... . . Currently slightly sunburnt (classic Brit abroad) and will post some pics in the coming days :) . . . #christmascountdown #reindeer

Assessment day! . . Our class had our practical exams this weekend, and I’m happy to say we all passed :) . . I can’t wait to get stuck in to teaching, and sharing what I discover along the way with you all! . . . #pilates #pilatesteacher #blueberries

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Staring at the weekend ahead, trying to remember not to grit my teeth or hold my breath!! . . Got final weekend of Pilates teacher training this weekend, wish me luck!! (Some of) the exercises in Pilates may look simple, but to do them correctly there’s actually a lot to think about! . . I thought I’d nailed this plank but then I saw the pic and thought, man I need to remember to engage those quads. . . Anyway, happy Friday everyone! . . . #pilates #walktheplank #friday

Back with my boy and brought home a little piece of heaven in the form of peanut-choc-chip cookie from @cookiesandscreambakery in London. . . This place is proof that gf/vegan treats can exceed all your wildest dreams. . Liam didn’t get a look-in despite his best efforts. I also intended to take an appetising pic of the cookie itself but was too busy enjoying it to remember. . . I hope you’re all having a happy and delicious week. . . . #cookiesandscream #vegan #cookie #delicious

Dashing home from the city to see these two ❤️ . . . #family #fatherandson #love

What do you like to do to express yourself creatively? . . I make cartoons, usually of robots cos I’m not very good at drawing and they’re easy, and write poems and stories.

Weekend with the boys 💗 . . I’ve been so busy lately with every weekend taken up with various courses and it’s so nice to spend some time with these two in the crisp autumn air. . . Liam loves the view from his @macpac carrier :) . . , #weekend #toddler #motherandson

Fingerspelling! . . . In BSL, the alphabet can be spelled out on your fingers - vowels go from the thumb to pinkie as seen in the above pic. . Whenever I see fluent signers fingerspelling, I’m both incredibly impressed and incredibly intimidated as it takes such dexterity and skill! . . . #BSL #britishsignlanguage #fingerspelling

🧩 . When Liam was three weeks old, I put on something other than elasticated-waistband joggers and forgiving t-shirts, and went to the park. He was in one of his Phil Mitchell stages but still the sweetest thing I’d ever seen. . . It’s just over 17 months later now and he’s a whole new being - non-stop energy, an endless obsession with tractors and pancakes. . I’m more or less the same - a lot less milky but safely back in comfy clothes. . . . #tbt #motherandson #pyjamas #topshop

‘Core strength’ is one of those terms that gets thrown around a lot in fitness. . . One of the best things that anyone can do for themselves, particularly pre and post natal women, is to ensure their ‘inner unit’ functions optimally. . . I’ll be talking more about this over time as I think it’s really important. But, for the time being, Kegel exercises are a handy and discreet way to start! . . . #corestrength #pelvicfloor #postnatal

I think this was a gathering at @therealjasonisaacs house... everyone sporting an Aussie summer glow except ya girl. . . . #peterpan #tbt #cast #throwback #blindinglywhite