The Groundwork NZ

07/06/2026

The magic of a winter sunrise and community yoga! Ōtautahi… you’re magic! 🤩

07/06/2026

My daughter and I found these roses spread out along the beach on our sunrise mission… so we stood them all up in the sand and watched them become a talking point and photography session for people walking by.

I’d love to know the story behind them - hopefully it was as beautiful as it looks. ❤️

31/05/2026

30/05/2026

The generation of belts, wooden spoons and jandals also carried emotional suppression, survival patterns and the belief that strength meant holding it all together.
It’s understanding how one world shaped another - and why so many parents are now raising children while unpacking themselves too.

Raised by one world, parenting in another. A grounded reflection on generational parenting, emotional inheritance and why so many parents are now unpacking parts of themselves while raising children too.

30/05/2026

There’s a life out there beyond deadlines, dishes and exhaustion. Look up, slow down and get amongst!

12/05/2026

There’s a lot of overwhelmed kids out there these days. And it takes a village to help them navigate the world they’re growing up in.

If you feel a bit lost in the hard moments, I’m here to help 🤍

10/05/2026

In a disconnected world, real connection is everything. Get amongst. ☺️✨

10/05/2026

Life’s a lot. Whether you’re trying to reconnect with yourself after years of just surviving… or you’re wanting to support your kids in a world that feels overstimulating, fast and disconnected. I’ve done the deep work myself, let go of heavy layers, and learnt a lot about nervous systems, emotions, regulation and what actually helps people feel more calm, connected and understood. As a solo mum, I understand pressure and trying to hold everything together, and as a teacher, I also see how much our kids are navigating and how much is missing when it comes to emotional awareness, regulation and real-life tools for life. Through The Groundwork NZ, I offer personalised 1:1 support for individuals and families wanting support around overwhelm, behaviour, big emotions, regulation and connection- real honest conversations, deeper understanding and practical tools that actually help in everyday life. I’d love to support you- let’s chat!

05/05/2026

Connected.

05/05/2026

Life doesn’t suddenly become “better”…you just start seeing what’s been there all along.