“A king-size bed is a must, it’s top of the shopping list for the new house. Sleep is really important, good curtains to block out light – and big windows to let in the morning light.” Ian Harkin, co-founder of Lottie Dolls, talks mornings with his wife and their 10-month-old son…
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Work Life
Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or an employee looking to raise your game, these tips from the brilliant Suzy Ashworth – business mentor, founder of The Calm Birth School and author – are a must-read…
Mornings
How important is our morning routine? Does it make a difference whether you roll out of bed and grab a coffee – or spring out, meditate and do a 20-minute of yoga routine? To find out, we asked five successful women to share their morning routines…
Mornings
“A good night’s sleep is so important. I always suffer in mood and productivity if I go to bed too late.” Leigh Montague – fashion designer, mum-of-one and founder of Monty & Co. childrenswear – on mornings…
Mornings
“I have a lovely studio in De Beauvoir that I’ve worked from for years. It’s in an old warehouse – filled with artists, furniture makers, musicians and designers.” Alex Day, stylist and founder of Little Yellow London, on work-life and motherhood…
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“I really struggled with my identity in early motherhood and needed a retreat where I could focus on me – take ownership of my body again (in a healthy way) and not be eating three packs of hobnobs every day.” So she set up AndBreathe Postnatal. Meet Clio Wood…
Mornings
“I always loved nature and plants as a child: collecting flowers, making perfume potions, pressing flowers… so the fact that I’m now fascinated by herbal remedies isn’t really a surprise.” The creative director of MOA skincare on mornings, family and why she started her business…
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“As I was on maternity leave, it seemed the perfect time to combine my design experience with my dad’s experience in textile manufacturing. So while rocking my son between naps, I designed the first prints…”. Meet Claudia Carvalho, founder of Piupia kids’ clothing…
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“Tell people what you do. Don’t be afraid to big up yourself. You work so hard you should be proud to tell people about your business and your passion will win them over.” The founder of Little Gnashers (teething jewellery) Victoria Dove on work and home life…
Wellbeing
After battling his way through cancer while raising two boys, Damian Lee became fixated on healthy eating. He also had a penchant for cup noodles so decided to invent healthy, fast-food style noodles – and Mr Lee’s was born. Here, he talks fatherhood and innovating in business…