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The Power of Comfort: Why Robes, Pyjamas, Blankets, Socks and Loungewear Make the Most Thoughtful Gifts |
<p><em>Image: TBCo</em></p>
<p>When life feels heavy - whether it’s the sleepless fog of new motherhood, the heartbreak of loss, the exhaustion of illness, or the sheer weight of overwhelm - comfort isn’t just nice, it’s essential. It’s what holds us when the world feels like too much. And it’s why gifts rooted in comfort - the robe, the blanket, the pair of soft socks - are often the most meaningful gifts we’ll ever receive.</p>
<p>At We are The Helpful, we believe comfort gifting is love in action. These aren’t throwaway gestures. They’re everyday rituals that remind her she’s cared for, seen and supported.</p>
<h4>Why comfort gifting matters</h4>
<ul><li>Motherhood: A soft robe or pair of pyjamas is more than clothing, it’s armour for the long nights, the early mornings, the endless feeds.
</li><li>Loss + Grief: Nothing can fix heartbreak, but wrapping her in warmth and softness can help her feel held.
</li><li>Illness + Recovery: Loungewear, blankets and robes give her permission to rest. They turn convalescence into something softer, kinder, less clinical.
</li><li>Overwhelm + Burnout: Comfort gifts say: pause, take a breath, let yourself be held. And sometimes, that’s exactly what’s needed.
</li></ul>
<h4>Comfort as a sensory gift</h4>
<p>Psychologists know this: soft textures and warmth calm the nervous system. That’s why slipping into fresh pyjamas or pulling on cosy socks can change an entire day. When you gift comfort, you’re not just giving fabric and textiles, you’re giving rest, warmth and reassurance.</p>
<h4>Our favourite comfort gift ideas</h4>
<ul><li>Robes: Perfect for wrapping up after a shower, nursing in the night, or simply feeling a little more put together when the day feels chaotic.
</li><li>Pyjamas: Soft, breathable, and flattering - a daily reminder to rest without compromise.
</li><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/services/cashmere-blanket-oatmeal-melange-small/">Blankets</a>: The ultimate hug in gift form. Ideal for grief, recovery, or simply carving out a moment on the sofa.
</li><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/illness-recovery/tbco-cashmere-and-merino-socks-rose-clone/">Socks:</a> Small, simple, always welcome. The “I thought of you” gift that delivers instant warmth.
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<h4>Comfort is never “just” a gift</h4>
<p>A robe won’t heal grief. Socks can’t erase illness. Pyjamas won’t stop burnout. But they will make her feel held, seen, and loved through it all.</p>
<p>That’s the power of comfort gifting: the simplest items, elevated to something unforgettable because of when, and why, they were given.</p>
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Discover the power of comfort gifting. Shop robes, pyjamas, blankets, socks, and loungewear - thoughtful gifts for motherhood, loss, illness, overwhelm and recovery. |
Comfort Gifts UK: Robes, Pyjamas, Blankets, Socks & Loungewear | We are The Helpful |
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Wild Heat, Wild Heart: Why a Sauna is the Gift We All Need Right Now |
<p>The sauna is having a moment. From backyard cabins in Hackney to new bathing clubs in New York, the ancient ritual of sweat bathing is being rediscovered as a modern necessity (The New York Times, Aug 2025). Post-pandemic, in a world that feels permanently “on,” people are craving what Emma O’Kelly, author of Wild Sauna, calls “analog living” - an antidote to the endless scroll.</p>
<p>And it’s easy to see why. Step into the heat and something happens. The body softens, the breath slows, the chatter of the mind eases. Neuroscience tells us it’s a cocktail of euphoria, calm and reset. But beyond the science, there’s the simple magic of gathering - of sitting side by side, of silence that doesn’t need filling, of laughter that comes easier when you’re wrapped in heat.</p>
<p>Here in Scotland, it feels even more powerful. Wild Scottish Sauna cabins perch on loch edges and rugged coastlines, where heat meets cold plunge and the landscape does half the work. The ritual is elemental: fire, water, air, earth. A reminder that restoration isn’t something you buy in a bottle, but something you step into, again and again.</p>
<p>And maybe that’s why the sauna has become, for many, a new kind of social ritual. A “healthy date” with friends. A sisterhood circle with steam instead of cocktails. A gift you give to someone who doesn’t need more stuff, but does need space, breath and connection.</p>
<p>Wild Scottish Sauna vouchers are less about ticking a gift box and more about opening a door; to time, to ritual, to each other. And when you purchase a Wild Scottish Sauna voucher through We are The Helpful, you can make the experience even more sensory: guests can choose from a range of Gentle Habits essential oils to take with them, infusing every breath with calm, focus or clarity.</p>
<p>As Jamie from Wild Scottish Sauna puts it: “When women like you and I make time to come together in spaces like this, where we are supported, seen, and celebrated, something magical happens. We return to our lives feeling lighter, clearer, and more grounded. Ready to take on the challenges and better able to do so.”</p>
<p>It’s this spirit, of showing up for ourselves and each other, that makes the ritual more than heat. It becomes connection, resilience, and the kind of strength that ripples back into everyday life.</p>
<p>Because sometimes the kindest way to show up for someone is not with words, but with warmth. </p>
<p>Gift time & space -<a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/experiences-scotland/">discover Wild Scottish Sauna vouchers</a> </p>
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Discover the rise of sauna culture and gift Wild Scottish Sauna vouchers - a ritual of heat, nature and sisterhood in Scotland’s breathtaking landscapes. |
Wild Scottish Sauna Vouchers: Rituals of Heat & Connection |
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Gifts That Help in Life’s Foggy Moments |
<p>Since having a baby, I’ve been asking myself this question daily: <em>what happened to my brain?</em></p>
<p>Emails left half-written. Tea gone cold (again). A pitch deck open in one tab, Paw Patrol blasting on the tv. It feels like my brain’s been swapped for a sieve - and while I laugh about it, it’s also very real.</p>
<p>And if you’re in midlife or “very peri,” you’ll know the foggy feeling too. Overwhelm, hormone shifts, exhaustion - sometimes the basics feel like climbing a mountain.</p>
<p>This is exactly why I created <strong>We are The Helpful</strong>. Because when life feels heavy, what makes the difference isn’t “stuff.” It’s help. The kind of gestures that meet you where you are, and make things a little lighter.</p>
<h4>What actually helps when she’s in the fog</h4>
<p>If you’re wondering what to <em>really</em> do for a friend (or yourself) when the brain fog sets in, here’s where to start:</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/feed-nourish/">1. Food that doesn’t require thinking</a></strong></p>
<p>The kind you can eat one-handed. Pre-made meals, fresh hampers, indulgent treats - anything that takes “what’s for dinner?” off her list.</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/helping-hand-home-organisation-package-scotland-en/">2. A house reset</a></strong></p>
<p>Sometimes the biggest gift is someone swooping in to tidy, clean, or reorganise. Not glamorous, but game-changing (if you can't do it, we have AMAZING Partners who can).</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/feed-nourish/indulgent-treats/">3. A small indulgence</a></strong></p>
<p>Chocolate, macarons, a glass of wine. It doesn’t need to be big - it just needs to be hers.</p>
<p><strong></strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/self-care/">4. Something that makes her feel like her</a><em><strong></strong></em></p>
<p>Not just Mum, carer, or plate-spinner-in-chief. Think cosy loungewear, self-care rituals, or confidence-boosting little luxuries.</p>
<p><strong>5. Time</strong></p>
<p>In any shape or form. A nap, a walk, a babysitter so she can have a moment alone. Time is the gift that always fits.</p>
<h4>Why these gifts matter</h4>
<p>None of this is groundbreaking. But when you’re in the haze, the basics matter more than ever.</p>
<p>The closer the connection, the more practical the gift can be - it's a total privilege to witness the ones we love in life's real moments. It’s not about “stuff”. It’s about gestures that leave a mark, deepen connection and make her feel seen and remembered — even when her own brain feels like it’s gone offline.</p>
<p>That’s the Art of Showing Up. And it’s what <strong>helpful gifting</strong> is all about.</p><p><br></p><hr><p><br></p>
<h4>Here are some FAQ's about postpartum + brain fog gifting</h4>
<p><strong>What is the best gift for a new mum with postpartum brain fog?</strong><br>
Skip the flowers. Send food she doesn’t have to cook, a service that takes something off her plate, or a small luxury that makes her feel like herself again.</p>
<p><strong>How do I support a friend who’s overwhelmed or feeling <em>very peri</em>?</strong><br>
Be practical. Think meals, help with the kids, or confidence + comfort gifts like cosy loungewear or skincare. Most of all - just show up and check in. Be patient and supportive- she's experiences changes all over the place right now.</p>
<p><strong>Why does practical gifting matter more than “stuff”?</strong><br>
Because the gestures that <em>meet us in the moment</em> are the ones that get remembered. They connect us more deeply than anything that just looks nice. They make us feel less alone, seen and truly supported.</p><p>Shop gifts that <em>actually help</em> <a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/">here</a></p><p></p> |
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Postpartum brain fog, overwhelm, or “very peri” moments can make life feel impossible. Here’s what actually helps a friend (or you) through - from food to time, the gifts that really matter. |
Gifts That Help in Life’s Foggy Moments | Postpartum, Brain Fog & Peri Support |
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This is Incense – Now Available in the UK |
<p>This is Incense, the cult Australian incense brand that celebrates ritual, is finally available in the UK. No more international shipping. No more customs delays. No more panic when your last stick of Yamba burns out (IYKYK).</p>
<p>We Are The Helpful is proud to be an official UK stockist of Gentle Habits, bringing you our fav scents within the This is Incense collection. Whether you’re an Aussie expat searching for the scent that feels like home, or a local in the UK looking for a moment of calm, you’ve found it.</p>
<h4>About Gentle Habits</h4>
<p>Gentle Habits is about more than incense. It’s about creating space to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect to yourself - in small, meaningful ways.</p>
<p>They don’t tell you what your ritual should be. Instead, they create grounded products to help you find what works for you. A flicker of flame. A familiar scent. A reminder to pause.</p>
<p>This is Incense was the first Gentle Habits product. Sophie, the founder, created it as a way to manage the overwhelm of modern life and find her own rhythm again. It started with a single idea in the shower - and grew into a global brand with a cult following.</p>
<h4>What makes This is Incense different?</h4>
<p>Each scent is blended with essential oils inspired by real Australian places. The incense is hand-dipped in Victoria and packed with care - clean burning, slow and considered.</p>
<p>These aren’t overpowering, perfumed sticks. They’re soft, grounding, transportive. </p>
<h4>get to know a few of our favs:</h4>
<ul><li><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/this-is-incense-yamba/">Yamba</a></strong> is delicate and earthy with notes of cedarwood, vetiver and patchouli. Created to smell like paradise in a box, it brings a grounded sense of calm - the kind that lingers after a swim and a moment in the sun.</li><li><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/self-wellbeing/this-is-incense-bondi-beach/">Bondi</a></strong> is bright, citrusy and clean - a blend of grapefruit, cardamom and cedarwood. It smells like summer on the coast, fresh towels, and a clear head. Light it when you need to shift gears or brighten your space.</li><li><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/this-is-incense-byron-bay/">Byron Bay</a></strong> is woody, warm and nostalgic. A delicate blend of white cypress, rosalina and sea salt, grounded with soft cedarwood. It smells like long, salty afternoons and barefoot evenings that stretch into the night.</li><li><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/this-is-incense-tasmania/">Tasmania</a></strong> is dark, stormy and sultry. With deep notes of leather, black pepper and frankincense, it evokes roaring coastlines, rugged stillness, and slow evenings with a scotch in hand.</li><li><strong></strong><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/self-wellbeing/this-is-incense-connect/">Connect</a> </strong>with Cedarwood, Leather, Star Anise. Light up this warm, spicy-sweet burner with a hint of Black Leather and immerse in a sensory experience to set the mood and deepen moments of connection. </li><li><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/this-is-incense-grounded/">Grounded</a></strong> is a rich, complex blend of 11 essential oils including Australian sandalwood, vanilla, nutmeg and ylang ylang. Sweet, warm and layered, it’s designed to anchor you, calm your body, and bring you back to now.</li><li><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/this-is-incense-dream-land/">Dreamland</a></strong> is soft and subtle, made for bedtime. With lavender, chamomile and sandalwood, it helps cue your body and brain to slow down. A gentle nudge into rest.</li><li><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/this-is-incense-electric-dreams/">Electric Dreams</a></strong> is warm, woody and softly spiced - with top notes of bergamot, heart notes of vetiver, and a base of amber, vanilla and cedarwood. Designed for creative rituals, it’s playful but grounded - a spark of inspiration with a nostalgic edge.</li><li><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/self-wellbeing/this-is-incense-margaret-river/">Margaret River</a></strong> is fresh, woody and expansive - with sandalwood, fragonia, musk and a soft marine breeze. Forest and vines meet sea spray, evoking open skies, white sand and the freedom of the West Australian coastline.</li></ul>
<h4>When and how to use them</h4>
<p>This is Incense isn’t just something to burn in the background. It’s a habit. A nervous system support tool. A moment for yourself.</p>
<p>Here are a few ways we love to use it:</p>
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<p>Morning: Light Yamba with your first coffee before the day rushes in.</p>
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<p>After work: Burn Bondi and stretch for five minutes to clear the head.</p>
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<p>Pre-bed: Dreamland and a good book. No screens, no doomscrolling.</p>
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<p>Sunday: Grounded while folding laundry. Reset your space, and yourself.</p></li></ul>
<p>We know what it’s like to be desperate for a scent you can’t get your hands on. That’s why we're so proud to help bring you Gentle Habits in the UK - to make beautiful, helpful products like this accessible (we literally started selling This is Incense before our website went live...).</p>
<p>Whether you’re a studio owner, gifting it to a friend who’s going through something, or just trying to carve out a little calm in your own day, This is Incense is one of the most powerful, low-fuss ways to do that.</p>
<p>This isn’t just incense. It’s a habit worth keeping.</p>
<p>Enjoy x</p> |
We Are The Helpful is proud to be an official UK stockist of This is Incense by Gentle Habits. Shop iconic Australian incense now. |
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When the Event Isn’t the Event: Showing Up in the Moments that Follow |
<p>We’re good at showing up for the event. The wedding, the baby shower, the funeral, the “ringing the bell” moment after cancer treatment, the divorce party. Balloons, flowers, the neat card with space too small to say what we really mean.</p>
<p>But here’s the truth: <em>the event is rarely the thing.</em></p>
<p>The real stuff happens after. In the silence that follows. In the slow days, the hormonal weeks, the limbo months when everyone else has moved on but you’re still right in it.</p>
<ul><li>Grief doesn’t end when the funeral flowers wilt. It stretches and reshapes itself for months, years, in ways that are often invisible.
</li><li>Cancer treatment might finish on any given Tuesday, but the exhaustion, fear and <em>“who even am I now?”</em> moments keep rolling long after the hospital visits stop.
</li><li>New mums often say the hardest point isn’t day one, it’s week eight - when the adrenaline wears off, the hormones crash, and the house feels both too full and too empty all at once.
</li><li>Divorce doesn’t finish when the papers are signed. The loneliness of a quiet Sunday morning? That’s when it stings.
</li><li>Menopause isn’t a single stage - it’s years of hot flushes, foggy mornings, body shifts and identity wobbles.
</li><li>Even “good” changes like moving house or starting a new job can leave you lying awake at 2am thinking, did I just blow up my whole life?
</li></ul>
<p>These are the non-events. The aftershocks. The long tail. The bits nobody really prepares us for.</p>
<p>And yet - this is where the inner circle comes in. Where friendship and family are at their most powerful. We get the privilege of witnessing the in-between, of noticing when she’s slipping under, of showing up when the doorbell has long stopped ringing.</p>
<h4>Gifts that matter after cancer treatment</h4>
<p>The hospital visits may stop, but the fatigue, fear, and identity shifts often linger. A simple, thoughtful gift says: <em>I’m still with you</em>, when the world thinks it’s done.</p><p><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/illness-recovery/">Explore Illness + Recovery gifts →</a></p>
<h4>Showing up after the baby arrives</h4>
<p>Baby showers are full of cute onesies and balloons. But week eight, when hormones crash and the night feeds feel lonelier? That’s when a self-care gift or nourishing meal bundle lands like gold.</p>
<p><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/motherhood/">Find Motherhood support gifts →</a></p>
<h4>Gifts for the quiet side of grief</h4>
<p>Funerals end but grief doesn’t. Months later - on birthdays, anniversaries, or just a grey Monday - sending something simple, gentle and seeing is how we carry each other.</p>
<p><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/grief-loss/">Shop Grief + Loss gifts →</a></p>
<h4>Supporting a friend through divorce</h4>
<p>The papers might be signed, but the Sunday mornings are still raw. A small, well-timed gesture - something comforting, grounding, or indulgent - can remind her she’s not doing it alone.</p>
<p><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/connection/">Discover Connection gifts →</a></p>
<h4>Menopause support gifts that see her</h4>
<p>Hot flushes, foggy mornings, body shifts and identity wobbles don’t fit neatly in a gift bag. But carefully chosen rituals, skincare, or comfort pieces can make her feel held, not invisible.</p>
<p><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/self-care/">Explore Self Care gifts →</a></p>
<h4>Overwhelm and burnout: why timing is everything</h4>
<p>Burnout doesn’t arrive with balloons. It creeps in. A gift that recognises her exhaustion - rest, nourishment, ease - can feel like the most powerful <em>“I see you”</em> of all.</p>
<p><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/calm-home-headspace/">Shop Calm Home + Headspace gifts →</a></p>
<h4>New beginnings deserve more than champagne</h4>
<p>Moving house, starting a job, or closing one chapter for another… “Congratulations” feels too small. Gifts that ground, soothe, or spark joy in the quiet afterglow make all the difference.</p>
<p><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/">Explore She Needs gifts →</a></p>
<h4>Showing up for the after</h4>
<p>If we only show up for the event, we miss the whole point of being in someone’s inner circle. The event is the photo. The aftermath is the relationship.</p>
<p>That’s why we’ve built <a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/">She Needs</a><em></em> - gifts that aren’t about the milestone, but about the messy middle that follows. Gifts that say “I know this is harder now” or “I remember” or simply “I’m still here.”</p>
<p>Because the moment after the moment? That’s when it matters most.</p>
<p><br></p><p>Browse <a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/">She Needs gifts</a> — thoughtful ways to show up in the after →</p>
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Discover why the hardest moments often come after the milestone. Thoughtful gifts that truly see her beyond events, into real life |
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The Art of Showing Up: Why It Matters More Than Ever |
<p>We all know the phrase “actions speak louder than words.” But in real life? It’s the showing up that speaks volumes.</p>
<p>It’s the text that lands at just the right time. The meal that appears on the doorstep when you’re too tired to cook. The gift that says, I see you, I’ve got you, you don’t have to do this alone.</p>
<p>If love languages tell us what makes us feel seen, showing up is the action that makes it real. It’s emotional currency; tiny deposits that build trust, connection, and resilience in our closest relationships.</p>
<p>And the science backs it up.</p>
<h4>Why Showing Up Works (Yes, There’s Science)</h4>
<p>When we show up for each other, our brains do something extraordinary. Social support releases oxytocin (the “bonding hormone”), which strengthens trust and connection. At the same time, it lowers cortisol, the stress hormone, helping us regulate during difficult or overwhelming moments.</p>
<p>Studies have shown that people with strong support networks are not only happier, but they recover faster from illness, adapt more easily to life changes, and even live longer. In other words - showing up isn’t just nice. <em>It’s medicine.</em></p>
<h4>The When, Why, and How of Showing Up</h4>
<p>The tricky bit? It’s not always obvious when or how to show up. So let’s break it down:</p>
<p><strong>When:</strong></p>
<ul><li>When life shifts: new baby, new job, divorce, grief, burnout, illness, big birthday, or just “one of those days.”
</li><li>Not just in the event itself, but in the messy middle (week 8 of postpartum, the second round of chemo, the lonely evenings after a separation when the house goes quiet).
</li></ul>
<p><strong>Why:</strong></p>
<ul><li>Because showing up tells someone: you matter enough to me to notice and act.
</li><li>Because the little gestures are often remembered more than the big ones.
</li></ul>
<p><strong>How:</strong></p>
<ul><li>Don’t overthink it. A simple “thinking of you” text is a start.
</li><li>Offer something practical (a school run, pre-made meals, help to clean and organise the home, childcare for an hour).
</li><li>Gift something thoughtful that meets her real needs in the moment.
</li></ul>
<h4>Ways to Show Up Beautifully</h4>
<p>This is why We are The Helpful exists: to take the guesswork out of showing up. Our She Needs categories are built directly from the insight of hundreds of women who told us what actually helps when life happens.</p>
<p>✨ She Needs Connection: for the gifts that remind her she’s not alone. Books, rituals, experiences or bundles that hold her hand.</p>
<p>✨ She Needs Food + Nourishment: because food is the love language we all speak. Pre-made meals, hampers, indulgent treats, food for the family and nourishing staples.</p>
<p>✨ She Needs Calm Home + Headspace: Practical help through cleaning and home organisation service and thoughtful touches that bring calm to the chaos. Incense, journals, candles, and grounding rituals.</p>
<p>✨ She Needs Self Care: not the fluffy, surface-level stuff. The small, replenishing acts that help her feel more herself again and give her the permission to, even if only for five minutes, prioritise herself.</p>
<p>✨ She Needs Help with the Kids: because sometimes the kindest thing you can do is lighten her load. From childcare support to creative distractions for little hands.</p>
<p>✨ She Needs Movement: gentle, grounding ways to reconnect with her body when life feels heavy. Pilates, yoga, and accessible ways to move.</p>
<p>Showing up doesn’t have to be grand. It just has to be real.</p>
<h4>Final Thought</h4>
<p>So next time someone in your circle is going through it - the joy, the grief, the burnout, the big changes - remember: it’s not the “stuff” they’ll carry with them. It’s you, showing up.</p>
<p>And if you want to make it easy, beautiful, and impactful? That’s exactly what we’re here for.</p>
<p><br></p><p><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/">Explore She Needs Gift Edit</a></p>
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Meet Fran & Lou: The Beauty Standard |
<p>A Beauty Box That Actually Gets It</p>
<p>You know the feeling. You open a beauty box expecting a moment of calm, and find yourself wading through plastic filler, throwaway samples, and that overwhelming sense of <em>meh</em>.</p>
<p>That’s exactly what Fran & Lou, the co-founders of The Beauty Standard, set out to change. <strong><em>And they did.</em></strong></p>
<p>We’re thrilled to welcome this intentional, female-founded brand to The Helpful Collective. Their beauty and wellness boxes aren’t just stunning - they’re useful, grounding, and actually <em>helpful</em>. And just like us, they’re part of the Buy Women Built movement (we LOVE supporting and working with the incredible businesses in this community).</p>
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<h4>Why We Love The Beauty Standard (And Think You Will Too)</h4>
<ul><li>Full-size only. No tester sachets. No mini frustrations.</li><li>Indie brands with integrity. Each one carefully selected from a place of deep industry and brand knowledge.</li><li>No subscriptions. You buy it when you need it - or when she does.</li><li>Rooted in ritual. Designed for calm, reset, restoration.</li></ul>
<p>These boxes are for the woman carrying a lot. The one who does it all. The one who never asks for help but could definitely use a gentle nudge to look after herself, too (sound familiar?!). Whether it’s your sister, your best friend, your mum or yourself - <em>this</em> is the kind of beauty that supports.</p>
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<h4>What’s Inside the Boxes: A Quick Look</h4>
<h5><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/berestful/">be_restful:</a></strong></h5>
<ul><li>A proper sleep ritual in a box - pillow mist, bath salts, candle, skincare and a digital breathwork + meditation series. </li><li>Perfect for: Burnout, postpartum, or anyone navigating a tough season.</li></ul>
<p><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/bemindful-beauty-box/">be_mindful:</a></strong></p>
<ul><li>A gentle reset for the start of the year (or any new season). With a minimalist journal, calm patches and grounding scents.</li><li>Perfect for: Big transitions, fresh starts, or gifting someone reflection + clarity.</li></ul>
<p><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/becalm-beauty-box/">be_calm:</a></strong></p>
<ul><li>Five full-size products + free access to the LIVE BRAVE programme - a digital resilience toolkit for the nervous system.</li><li>Perfect for: The overwhelmed, the emotionally loaded months or the midweek SOS calls. Worth over £300.</li></ul>
<p><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/beunique-luxury-beauty-box/">be_unique:</a></strong></p>
<ul><li>Indulgent but useful - a collection of feel-good, mood-lifting beauty products that smell, look and feel like care.</li><li>Perfect for: Curating a moment of indulgence that doesn't require planning</li></ul>
<p><strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/bewell-mood-boosting-beauty-box/">be_well:</a></strong></p>
<ul><li>A stress-soothing, skin-calming edit packed with nourishing essentials.</li><li>Perfect for: Supporting energy, emotional reset, and self-gifting on the harder days.</li></ul>
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<p><span style="font-size: 21px; font-weight: 700;">Meet the Founders: Fran & Lou</span></p>
<p>We asked the women behind the brand a few quick questions:</p>
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<strong>Tell us your ‘why’?</strong><br>
We started The Beauty Standard after recognising a gap in the market for a ready-made, premium gift that offers meaningful discovery in beauty and wellness. The beauty box space had become overcrowded with wasteful, throwaway products that lacked intention and lasting value. Our boxes are curated with full-size items from brands of integrity - designed to be thoughtful, useful, and elevate the gifting experience.<br>
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<strong>What is The Beauty Standard in a few words?</strong><br>
The Beauty Standard is the first of its kind, we curate beauty & wellbeing boxes which launch throughout the year as limited runs. Each box is carefully curated to create a wellness experience from beauty and sleep to nutrition and movement. Our brand partners share our values, believing in a more sustainable, intentional approach to beauty - one that values substance over excess.<br>
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<strong>Best gift you’ve ever received?</strong><br>
When I had my first baby, a wise friend gave me food delivery vouchers and honestly, it was a lifesaver - I barely had time to shower, let alone cook. It meant I could eat something vaguely healthy without using my brain, which was great because sleep was a distant memory!<br>
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<p>
<strong>Three words to describe your inner circle?</strong><br>
Kind. Patient. Thoughtful. Big-hearted.</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 21px; font-weight: 700;">Why They’re in Our Collective</span></p>
<p>We invite brands into our Collective that share our mission: to make gifting more meaningful - especially when life is messy, emotional, or overwhelming.</p>
<p>The Beauty Standard doesn’t just tick the boxes, they redefine them. And like us, they believe in help, not just stuff.</p>
<p>Whether it’s for new motherhood, midlife, recovery, grief, burnout or <em>just because</em>, these beauty boxes offer real care without compromise.</p>
<p><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/self-care/">Explore The Self Care Edit Today</a>. Because beauty should help you feel - <em>not just look</em> - a little more like yourself again.</p>
<p>Each box is available now, in limited runs. No subscriptions. No filler. Just full-sized care, designed to meet life’s messiest and most beautiful moments.</p>
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<h4>Our Pick: <em>be_restful</em></h4>
<p>If we had to choose just one box to start with? This is it.</p>
<p><em><strong>be_restful</strong> </em>is everything we love in a gift: thoughtfully curated, quietly luxurious and deeply supportive. Valued at over £230 (and selling for just £69!!!), it’s a total standout.</p>
<p>Inside: a full ritual for better sleep - from the scent and the soak to the skincare and guided practices. You'll find bath salts from Mirror Water, a restorative Evermore candle, Ross J Barr’s cult sleep patch, Olverum's pillow mist, and the deeply nourishing Wildsmith Skin eye serum.</p>
<p>Plus: a free one-month subscription to sleep-focused breathwork, meditation, and yin yoga from Basic Space worth £50 on its own.</p>
<p>It covers all the senses, encourages wind-down rituals, and features some of the most trusted indie wellness brands in the UK.</p>
<p>And honestly? Who <em>doesn’t</em> need more sleep right now.</p>
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<p>Enjoy x</p>
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Meet Sophie and Kirstie: The Co-Founders Behind Lighten the Load |
<p>At <em>We are The Helpful</em>, we’ve always believed in the power of practical support during life’s most challenging moments. That's why we’re incredibly excited to introduce Sophie and Kirstie, the thoughtful duo behind <em>Lighten the Load</em>. These two amazing women have applied their deep understanding, experience and empathy to create seven incredible home organisation packages exclusively for us (well, you!).</p>
<p>Sophie and Kirstie aren’t just decluttering specialists; they’re experts in the art of creating calm and order where it’s needed most. We all know that life gets overwhelming at times - whether it’s moving house, recovering from illness, navigating grief, or just juggling too many responsibilities. And that’s where <em>Lighten the Load</em> comes in; they know exactly what it takes to ease the mental and physical load that often weighs people down, especially in those moments when everything feels a bit too much.</p>
<h4>Why Lighten the Load?</h4>
<p>With years of experience working in home organisation, Sophie and Kirstie have seen it all - disorganised spaces, clutter and the emotional and physical toll it takes on individuals and families. Their work goes beyond tidying up: they bring clarity, a sense of purpose, and most importantly, peace of mind.</p>
<p>What sets them apart is their genuine empathy and understanding of the emotional connection we all have to our spaces. They know that clutter isn't just "stuff" - it’s a reflection of what's going on - and none of us are immune to having moments and periods of needing some external support. Their goal is to help people not only organise their homes but also create spaces that nourish, support and restore a sense of balance.</p>
<h4>Seven Thoughtfully Curated Home Organisation Packages, Just for We are The Helpful </h4>
<p>Sophie and Kirstie have crafted seven bespoke, giftable home organisation packages that are designed exclusively for <em>We are The Helpful</em>. Each package is tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals, families and loved ones going through different stages in life.</p>
<p>These packages aren’t just about decluttering - they’re about creating spaces that foster calm, clarity and connection:</p>
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<p><strong></strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/the-reset-home-organisation-package/">The Reset:</a> A gentle, calming service designed to restore order and clarity to homes feeling overwhelmed by clutter and fatigue.</p>
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<p><strong></strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/home-movers-package/">Home Movers:</a> Ideal for anyone moving into a new home, this package helps with unpacking, setting up, and creating a peaceful, organised environment from the start.</p>
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<p><strong></strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/coming-home-home-organisation-package-scotland/">Coming Home:</a> For loved ones returning from illness, hospital stays, or tough times, this package helps prepare their home for rest, healing, and recovery.</p>
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<p><strong></strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/kitchen-reset-two-day-package-scotland/">Kitchen Reset:</a> A complete kitchen refresh to make daily routines easier and more nourishing - perfect for busy households or anyone feeling disconnected from their kitchen space.</p>
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<p><b></b><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/new-beginnings-home-organisation-package/">New Beginnings:</a> A carefully designed package that helps those navigating transitions like a breakup or big life change. It offers decluttering, layout reorganisation, and practical support for emotional clarity.</p>
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<p><strong></strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/welcome-home-little-one-home-organisation-package/">Welcome Home, Little One:</a> Tailored for those preparing for a baby, this package supports expecting families with nursery layout, storage solutions, and the peaceful setup needed to welcome a new arrival with ease.</p>
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<p><strong></strong><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/helping-hand-home-organisation-package-scotland-en/">Helping Hand:</a> A package designed for anyone juggling life, caregiving, work or recovery – especially when they’re too stretched to ask for help.</p></li></ol><h4>Serving Scotland with Care</h4>
<p>Lighten the Load is available in select areas of Scotland, including Edinburgh, East Lothian, West Lothian, Midlothian and the Scottish Borders.</p>
<p>Whether you’re in Edinburgh or the Scottish Borders, Sophie and Kirstie bring their warmth, expertise and hands-on support to every home they work in, creating spaces that feel more organised, peaceful, and ready for life - leaving space for what's most important.</p>
<h4>A Gift That Truly Makes a Difference</h4>
<p>At <em>We are The Helpful</em>, we believe in the power of giving gifts that make a real impact. Gifts that offer tangible, emotional support when life gets overwhelming. Sophie and Kirstie’s home organisation packages are a perfect example of that philosophy.</p>
<p>These aren’t just services; they’re thoughtful, supportive gifts that help people navigate some of life’s most challenging transitions. Whether it’s a loved one recovering from illness, a family settling into a new home, or someone in need of a reset after a busy season, these packages offer real, meaningful help.</p>
<p>We’re incredibly proud to have <em>Lighten the Load</em> as part of our Partnership Collective, and we know you’ll love the thoughtful care they put into every package they create. If you or someone you know could use a little (or a lot) of support with home organisation, we encourage you to explore their services.</p>
<h4>Final Thoughts</h4>
<p>Whether it’s decluttering, setting up a new space, or providing ongoing support for a loved one, Sophie and Kirstie are making a huge difference in the lives of those who need it most. Their packages reflect their deep commitment to creating calm and clarity in the midst of life’s challenges.</p>
<p>We’re so excited to have them as part of our <em>We are The Helpful</em> family, and we can’t wait to see the impact their work will continue to have.</p>
<p>Explore the <em></em><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/calm-home-headspace/">Lighten the Load packages</a> today, and find the perfect gift of practical, meaningful support.</p> |
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What I’m Doing Differently This Time: Kindness, Change, and My Fourth Trimester Anti-Gift Guide |
<p>I’ve been thinking a lot about change lately - not just the kind that’s visible (like a growing belly or an expanding to-do list), but the kind that quietly reshapes your entire life without warning you first.</p>
<p>Dr. Tim Sharp (a.k.a. Dr. Happy) recently wrote about The Hidden Challenges of Making Life Changes That No One Talks About, and it couldn’t have landed in my inbox at a better time. Because while I’m thrilled to be welcoming baby number two, I’m also deep in the part no one writes cards about; the real, relentless shift happening behind the scenes.</p>
<p>Add in his other piece, ‘Why Nice People Don’t Finish Last’, and suddenly the threads began to weave together: kindness, transition, identity, support, asking for help, accepting it.</p>
<p>So I decided; this time, I’m doing it differently.</p>
<h3>What Changed?</h3>
<p>When I had my first baby, I didn’t do it alone. I had my family around me in Australia - a solid, loving circle to lean on. But I also went all in on doing it “right.” Every product, every must-have, every shiny, newborn-specific thing on the market. Bought brand new, researched extensively like there was some secret to uncover that would unlock being ‘successful’ at Motherhood. And honestly? Most of it barely made it past six months (if it was used at all).</p>
<p>What stayed with me wasn’t the stuff - it was the meals. The knowing check-ins. The company. The quiet care.</p>
<p>Now, I’m 35 weeks pregnant, a solo founder of a newly launched business, parenting a four-year-old, and, yes, officially in “geriatric pregnancy” territory (cheers for that label). And I’m living far from family. This pregnancy has been humbling in ways I didn’t expect, and it’s made me even more intentional.</p>
<p>But here’s the beautiful part: I’ve got a village here now. A group of wildly kind and generous friends in Scotland. People who show up. People I’ve had to learn how to let in. Because this time around, I’m realising that help isn’t just a luxury - it’s the only way through.</p>
<p>And oh, you know what else I’m doing (as a little side note)?</p>
<p>I’m not prefacing every visit from a friend with a “sorry for the mess.” I’m so done with that.
Our living spaces are sometimes more chaos than calm, more cereal bowls than centrepieces, and that’s more than okay - it’s where we live life. And you know what? My friends genuinely don’t care. If anything, I think the quiet noting of that honesty and acceptance makes them feel a little more seen, too.</p>
<h3>Doing It Differently Means: Accepting Help, Not Just Stuff</h3>
<p>In Dr. Happy’s words, “kindness is a strength, not a weakness.” That includes the kindness we show to ourselves. The softness of accepting help when it's offered. The logic of leaning into what’s actually supportive, instead of what we’ve been told we need via commercialised gift guides and curated “must-haves”.</p>
<p>So instead of another checklist of baby gadgets or nursery must-haves, here’s my version of a fourth trimester “anti-gift guide.” It’s not fluffy, but it’s deeply considered and helpful. It’s grounded in food, body, and a calm environment - because that’s what this season really needs.</p>
<h3>My Fourth Trimester Anti-Gift Guide</h3>
<p>(A.K.A. the things that will actually help us thrive)</p>
<p><strong>Food is the hero. Full stop.</strong></p>
<ul><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/feed-nourish/food-doula-3-day-postpartum-food-support-feb-delivery-clone/">The Food Doula:</a> 3, 5 or 7 Day Postpartum Bundle: Warming, nourishing meals designed with new mums in mind. I won’t be cooking, I’ll be recovering.
</li><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/feed-nourish/the-classics/">FieldGoods:</a> The Classics Bundle: For the whole family. Feels like comfort, tastes delicious..
</li><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/feed-nourish/kids/family-favourites-bundle-12-meals-and-snacks/">Pots for Tots:</a> Meals for my daughter, because life doesn’t stop, and healthy pre-made meals takes away so much pressure (not to mention alleviates that weird, unjustified Mum guilt).</li></ul>
<ul><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/feed-nourish/fresh-hampers/one-handed-eats-hamper/">The One-Handed Eats Bundle:</a> Basically snacks I can eat at 2am, baby in one arm, juggling life in the other. There’s healthy, practical, indulgent - perfection.
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<p><strong>Self Care + Movement</strong></p>
<ul><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/bare-mum-postpartum-skin-care-discovery-set-clone/">Bare Mum Postpartum Recovery Kit:</a> Everything you need for that stage. Cooling pads, soothing sprays, mesh briefs - it’s the self-care version of “I’ve got you.” Practical, effective, and just a little bit luxurious. Because your body deserves more than a wing-it recovery plan.</li><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/motherhood/elevate-by-lauren-anderson-pregnancy-and-post-natal-quarterly-membership/">Elevate by Lauren Anderson Online Pilates Membership:</a> Movement that meets you where you are. No bouncing back. No burpees at 6 weeks. Just gentle, intentional movement from someone who truly gets it. Lauren’s online membership is pre- and postnatal safe, mum-designed, and full of strength-building softness. For when your body needs support, not pressure. For when movement is less about fitness, and more about feeling.</li><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/bath-salts-lavender-mandarin-coriander-and-cedar-200g-tin/">Dook Bath Salts:</a> A magnesium-rich reason to pause. When the baby’s down and the house is quiet(ish), I’m soaking in salts and silence. Five minutes in the tub = full nervous system reset.</li><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/mama-infusions/">The Sabi Mama Infusions Set:</a> Herbal tea blends created for this time. I’ll be sipping these in the blurry bits between feeds - grounding, warming, and gently powerful. Caffeine-free kindness in a cup.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Calm Home + Headspace</strong></p>
<ul><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/sage-writing-journal-school-of-life/">The School of Life Journal:</a> Because my brain won’t be at its best, but I’ll still need to remember feed times, appointments, and tiny things that feel big. For notes, reflection, messy thoughts and small wins. This one’s for my head and my heart.</li><li><span class="redactor-unlink"></span><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/sage-block-print-cotton-robe-clone/">Cotton Block Print Robe:</a>Feels like softness wrapped in peace. For feeding, cuddling, and the kind of lounging that’s really just survival with style. It’s the robe I’ll live in. Maybe even sleep in. Definitely greet guests in (messy house and all - no apologies).</li><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/deep-clean-the-gentle-reset-package/">The Gentle Reset by Align Services (Edinburgh):</a> An in-home recalibration for the mind. A deep clean, clean sheets and all.</li><li><a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/family-self-care/clean-organise/her-gentle-habits-bundle/">Her Gentle Habits Bundle:</a> Small rituals that help me feel like myself again. This bundle brings calm, clarity and a bit of ceremony to the everyday. Think: incense, journal and a quiet moment alone (or cuddling). Bliss.</li></ul>
<h3>This Time Around, It’s Not About Perfection</h3>
<p>I’m not trying to do it all. I’m not trying to get it “right.” I’m trying to be supported. I’m leaning into help, into kindness, into systems that honour what this next season really is: a life transition, not just a baby one.</p>
<p>The science says kindness makes us more resilient, more successful, more grounded. The lived experience tells me it’s true.</p>
<p>So here’s to the real list. The things that help when the hormones hit and the house is a mess. The kindness we give and accept. The support that actually supports.</p>
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The Power of Female Friendship: Why Connection Matters in the Messy Middle |
<p>At some point, most of us land in a place that doesn’t follow a script..
It’s not the thrilling start or the tidy conclusion - it’s the middle.
Where you’re raising kids and caring for ageing parents.
Managing deadlines and managing grief.
Catching moments of total joy in between laundry piles, GP visits, relationship worries, school WhatsApps (why are there SO many and why don’t they ever stop?!), and surprise curveballs life throws without warning.</p>
<p>This is the messy middle. And connection - real, meaningful, mutual connection - might just be the thing that saves us in it.</p>
<h3>Sisterhood isn’t a luxury. It’s a lifeline.</h3>
<p>In a world that keeps asking women to be everything to everyone, all while looking like they’re breezing through it, friendship becomes more than a nice-to-have. It’s essential.</p>
<p><em>As Donna Ashworth so beautifully puts it: “We are not supposed to do this alone.”</em></p>
<p>According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), women in the UK aged 35–54 are among the most time-poor demographic groups, reporting some of the lowest levels of leisure and self-care. Add to that the rise in midlife burnout, peri, caregiving demands, financial pressure, and invisible emotional labour, and it’s no surprise that friendships often fall to the bottom of the list.</p>
<p>But the irony? It’s exactly when life gets this full, this complex, this overwhelming, that we need our people the most.</p>
<h3>Why connection matters (like, physiologically matters)</h3>
<p>Research from Harvard’s 85-year Study of Adult Development - the longest-running study on happiness - found that the quality of our relationships is the strongest predictor of long-term health and wellbeing. Not career success. Not income. Not diet. Connection.</p>
<p>Other studies show:</p>
<ul><li>Strong social ties can increase longevity by 50% (equivalent to quitting smoking).
</li><li>Women with close female friendships are better protected against stress, anxiety and depression.
</li><li>Oxytocin, the “tend and befriend” hormone released during meaningful connection, plays a key role in emotional regulation, recovery and resilience.
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<p>And while wellness apps and supplements have their place, a heartfelt voice note from your best mate might do more to soothe your nervous system than anything else in the moment.</p>
<h3>Popular culture knows it, too.</h3>
<p>From Sex and the City to Fleabag, Motherland to This Is Going to Hurt, UK audiences love stories that reflect the chaos, comedy and deep complexity of adult friendship.</p>
<p>These aren’t polished portrayals; they’re real, flawed, often ridiculous relationships that remind us of our own WhatsApp threads: full of emojis, missed calls, truth bombs, unhinged rants and love.</p>
<p>Because the best friendships aren’t the ones that always show up on time. They’re the ones that show up when it counts.</p>
<h3>So how do we nurture connection… without adding to the to-do list?</h3>
<p>Let’s be real - no one needs another thing on their plate. So here are a few ways to gently foster closeness that feel like care, not obligation:</p>
<h4>1. Lower the bar, not the love.</h4>
<p>Not every catch-up needs to be a three-hour brunch. Invite someone over for 30 minutes and instant coffee. Drop off a treat with a note. Send a 20-second voice note.</p>
<h4>2. Say what you mean, even if it’s awkward.</h4>
<p>Try: “I miss you.” “I know we’ve both been underwater, but I’m here.” “Can we do a low-energy hang? No expectations, just company.”</p>
<p> “I know you’re totally flat out, so some food will arrive at your door later this week - don’t cook!”</p>
<h4>3. Build rituals, not just plans.</h4>
<p>The same Thursday walk. A monthly dinner club. A group chat where you actually tell each other when you’re struggling - not just share memes (although, yes, those too - and often please).</p>
<h4>4. Gift with meaning.</h4>
<p>Sometimes a thoughtful parcel is the best stand-in when presence isn’t possible. Something that says, I see what you’re going through. I’ve got you. </p>
<p>(That’s the whole point of We are The Helpful — to make this easier.)</p>
<h4>5. Start with one.</h4>
<p>One person. One message. One tiny reconnection. It doesn’t have to be all your people at once. Start small. Start now.</p>
<h3>We don’t need to have it all together. Just each other.</h3>
<p>If you’re somewhere in that in-between, not broken, not thriving, just… navigating stage…you’re not alone.</p>
<p>The messy middle can be beautiful in its own right. It’s where the truest friendships are forged and deepened.
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<p>Where sisterhood gets deeper, quieter, more sacred.
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<p>Where laughter lives right next to tears.</p>
<p>So let’s not underestimate what it means to show up, even imperfectly. Let’s celebrate the friends who just get it. And let’s make space for each other - in big ways, and beautifully small ones.</p>
<p>“There is nothing more powerful than a woman who chooses to show up - for herself, for others, for love.” — Donna Ashworth</p>
<p>P.S.
Want to send a little something that says I’ve got you without needing the right words?
Explore our <a href="https://wearethehelpful.com/she-needs/">She Needs Edit</a> — gifts and small gestures designed to support, celebrate, and say: I see you.</p>
<p>Kate x</p>
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