Autism acceptance: A mother’s journey -  It's every mother's dream to give birth to a healthy baby who will grow, thrive and live a happy and fulfilling life. However, we all know life is unpredictable and sometimes forces you to play with the cards you've been dealt. In this blog,...

How I got into health and social care -  When we think of carers or health and social care workers, we tend to think of those working in hospitals, care homes and other clinical or care settings. However, according to the Office of National Statistics (ONS), over 5 million people...

My story – A mother, a wife and a woman -  This is my first ever blog. I had never written a blog before, and I had to find people that know how to write blogs. What I learnt in life is that if you don't ask, you won't learn....

Why I’m now telling my story publicly -  I had an overwhelming response to my first blog. I was blown away by the response and the number of comments and shares. Some people emailed directly, and others picked up the phone and called. Several women told me they had also...

The burden of speaking for many women -  Women are celebrated throughout March for their exceptional roles and significant contributions. The month-long celebration aims to promote gender equality and recognise women for their diverse roles and accomplishments across the globe. In this article, I will discuss the challenges that I...