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Author: Annie Ridout

Work Life

I’m over-worked. Overwhelmed. Is there another way?

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When a woman explained that she was struggling to be both a present mother and a productive worker, Annie Ridout was reminded of a time when she felt exactly this. Here’s how she adjusted the balance to make it better…

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Annie Ridout 2nd December 2019
Features

10 Christmas gift ideas for mothers (from independent brands)

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If you’re looking for a Christmas gift for a woman who’s just had a baby, or is expecting one, here are 10 ideas for nourishing, useful and beautiful presents that might appeal to her during this period…

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Annie Ridout 26th November 2019
Mornings

My Early Hour: Hannah Hardy-Jones, founder of Kite App

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“What’s the secret to career success? Believing in yourself and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone. Even taking small steps can make a big difference in terms of the situations you put yourself in that will help you grow,” says Hannah Hardy-Jones, founder of Kite App…

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Annie Ridout 24th October 2019
Wellbeing

When the baby blues hit without warning

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Nine weeks into new motherhood with her third baby, Annie Ridout was surprised when she started feeling blue. But a good pep talk with her mum and some self-care helped to keep her on track. Here’s what happened…

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Annie Ridout 14th October 2019
Work Life

My Early Hour: Sofia Wilde, Sound Generation

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“Life is without a doubt a juggle, but I try not to see it as a negative, and instead just see it as another challenge. I think these days it’s a juggle for everyone, kids or no kids,” says Sofia Wilde, founder of Sound Generation…

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Annie Ridout 8th October 2019
Work Life

My Early Hour: Amy Benziane, writer and educator

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This summer, Amy Benziane and her family left London for Bordeaux, France. Here, she tells us what an average working week now looks like for them. It all sounds rather idyllic…

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Annie Ridout 3rd October 2019
Mornings

My Early Hour: Emma Merry, founder of Home Milk

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“Twice a week I’ll go off to do a shoot of someone’s beautiful home. I love meeting the people and seeing what they have done, it’s amazing how creative humans can be, and the home is such a personal space.” Emma Merry on mornings, her new business and work-life balance…

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Annie Ridout 26th September 2019
Work Life

My Early Hour: Katie Beardsworth, Polyphony Arts music management

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“I have a home office in the box room at the back of the house, overlooking the garden. It’s free of toddler clutter and I’ve invested in some nice things like a rug, bookcase and pictures.” Katie Beardsworth on mornings, motherhood and business…

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Annie Ridout 17th September 2019
Family, Work Life

There’s one reason I’m finding third-time motherhood quite easy

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Initially, on becoming pregnant with her third baby, Annie Ridout was overjoyed. But then the panic set in: how was she going to look after three kids and a new business? Fortunately, it’s all working out rather nicely… 

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Annie Ridout 6th September 2019
Work Life

I’m cutting my Maternity Allowance off early. Here’s why…

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After going through the rigmarole of applying for the self-employed maternity allowance – months of letters and phone calls – Annie Ridout has decided to turn down the pay and just work instead…

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Annie Ridout 20th August 2019

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