25th May, 2010 - Posted by health news - No Comments
Acclaimed author Stephen Covey told us that one of the seven habits of highly effective people is the ability to manage time correctly. No wonder there are so many misconceptions associated with time management as we all tend to look at the problem from different points of view. Some of the myths associated with time management are: Continue reading Read More
23rd May, 2010 - Posted by health news - No Comments
When you find out that a new arrival is on the way, there is little to match that feeling of ecstasy or exuberance that your whole family will share with you. You will be beside yourself with joy as an expectant mother and you can be sure that this will be one of the finest moments of your family’s life. Continue reading Read More
12th May, 2010 - Posted by health news - No Comments
Whilst Stephen Covey may have outlined seven habits of effective people, especially from a business perspective, specific coaching for women can help us interpret these seven habits for single mums – mums who are able to overcome significant obstacles and become highly effective in their day-to-day living. Continue reading Read More
11th May, 2010 - Posted by health news - No Comments
When the Work and Families Act was introduced in 2007, it was felt that it was particularly advantageous to mums to be. After all, nine months of statutory maternity pay was available, with up to a year off work allowable. For the family, much more time and attention could be devoted to the task of getting ready, receiving and raising the child during these critical periods. Maternity leave is seen as a basic human right in our caring society, although it can put pressures on both employer and employee as part of an ongoing working relationship. While employers must accept that pregnancy is possible and must accept the letters of the law, they must also be prepared to take on temporary staff as necessary to account for the woman on maternity leave. Of course a certain amount of disruption can be expected, but the majority take this in stride. Continue reading Read More
10th May, 2010 - Posted by health news - No Comments
Sometimes you feel that pure adrenaline alone is keeping you going and you wonder how you are able to survive, let alone function well at work and juggle all the other requirements of being a busy mum. Continue reading Read More