IT’S perfect,” I said. “Just think of all the time I’ll save on commuting. I’ll even be able to come home for lunch if I want to.” Mum didn’t look convinced. Of course, she was pleased that I’d found

Julie Balchin has had an emotional rollercoaster with her body image and health throughout the years. But she’s become a personal trainer to share what she’s learned and help others...

your kid your laughs your world your friends

The key to a new life was to silence that voice in my head

Dressed in a blue striped cocktail dress and dangling gold earrings, I was ready for a night of fun. My friend Lisa* had invited me to her friend’s house party and although I didn’t know anyone there

My daughter’s having to start thinking about what she wants to study at university. Aside from the fact that I can’t believe I’m old enough to have a daughter that’s almost an adult, it’s naturally pr