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My Christmas Gift Guide for Women Who Want More Energy, More Calm, and Less Noise
I’ve been thinking a lot about what makes a gift worth giving.
And if I’m honest, I’m not a big spender. I don’t crave designer handbags or shiny new “things” just for the sake of it.
But there’s one area I will always invest in without guilt:
My wellbeing.
Because I’ve learnt (the hard way) that when my health goes, everything else crumbles with it. Energy, joy, patience, purpose… all of it.
So this Christmas, I wanted to put something together for the women like me – the career-driven, heart-led, slightly overstretched working mums who don’t need more clutter…
We need more vitality. More steadiness. More support. More energy we can actually feel.
This Gift Guide is not about luxuries for the sake of it. It’s not about faux self-care.
It’s a curated list of the tools, rituals and products that genuinely help me hack my way to sustainable wellbeing – the things I use, love, and recommend all year round.
And as a little bonus: for every product I’m sharing, I’ve secured a discount, offer or referral treat so you can try them for less.
Let’s dive in.
Four years ago, I met an incredible woman called Maxine. At the time, I didn’t know she was the founder of Absolute Collagen. I just knew she radiated warmth, grit, and that rare kind of grounded confidence that immediately makes you lean in.
When she told me about the brand she’d created, I listened.
When I tried it, I became a loyal customer.
And over the years, Maxine has become a friend.
That relationship matters to me, because when you know the woman behind the brand, you understand the heart, integrity and purpose driving it.
As we get older, our natural collagen levels decline. That means:
A daily dose of Absolute Collagen helps nourish that process, not by trying to “reverse” anything, but by supporting your skin from the inside out so it feels smooth, firm and thriving.
It’s Proven. Pure. Powerful.
✨ Proven
This isn’t guesswork. Their formula is backed by the UK’s largest and most robust clinical trial of any collagen supplement – with 100% clinically proven results.
✨ Pure
It’s one of the cleanest collagen supplements available.
No fillers, no fluff, no unnecessary extras.
Just what your skin, hair and energy actually need.
✨ Powerful
Over 100,000 happy customers.
Thousands of five-star reviews.
Visible results that speak for themselves.
A female-founded brand doing real good
Maxine built Absolute Collagen from the ground up as a woman, a mother, and a leader with a huge heart.
The brand continues to invest in charitable work, community initiatives, and women’s health causes. Supporting Absolute Collagen doesn’t just support your own wellbeing, it supports a business that genuinely gives back.
A gift that supports you from the inside out – Here’s your 15% off
You get a discount, I receive a small reward – a lovely win-win that helps us both feel our best as we move into the new year.
We all keep hearing how important protein is, especially as we move into perimenopause and our bodies need more support to stabilise energy, balance hormones, and maintain strength.
But let’s be honest… when life already feels full, counting grams of protein is the last thing I have time for.
This is why Purition has been a staple in my kitchen for over three years.
It’s such an easy, natural way to increase your protein intake without fuss.
Purition is made from real ingredients: nuts, seeds, fruit, nothing artificial. My rule is: If it’s not natural, it doesn’t go in. And Purition fits that perfectly.
What I love most:
I add it into:
🥣 smoothies
🥣 porridge
🥣 even soups for a savoury protein boost
You can get 10% off your order by using my special code WFWM10 at checkout
If you want to try it, here’s my link
The Oura Ring is one of the few things I own that genuinely helps me protect my health.
What exactly is the Oura Ring?
Think of it as a beautifully designed, super-intelligent wellbeing guide that sits quietly on your finger, not another noisy device demanding attention, and gently helps you understand what your body needs.
It tracks your sleep, stress, recovery, cycle patterns, movement and overall readiness… but that barely scratches the surface.
What it actually gives you as a working mum:
✨ Sleep insights that finally make sense
Not just hours slept but quality: deep sleep, REM, disturbances and what’s draining your energy.
✨ Stress awareness you didn’t know you needed
It reveals how your body responds to stress throughout the day, even when you tell yourself you’re “fine.”
✨ Recovery support (before burnout hits)
It spots early signs of overload so you can pull back before exhaustion takes hold.
✨ Cycle intelligence for perimenopause
It shows patterns you might otherwise miss – from disrupted sleep to fluctuating energy.
✨Compassionate daily guidance
It feels like a supportive wellbeing coach, gently nudging you towards what your body needs: rest, movement, breathwork, hydration, sleep.
And the best part?
It meets you exactly where you are without judgment, even on the messy days.
Here’s my exclusive 10% off (available for the first 10 people) – just click this link
If you’re someone who wants to feel more in control of your energy, not by doing more, but by understanding your body better, this is the one investment I’d recommend every single time.
This year, my perimenopause symptoms stepped up a level, and I realised I needed to increase my supplementation to match the power of what my body was moving through.
These are the three key supplements I’ve been using from Ancient + Brave, and they’ve genuinely helped me feel more supported, steadier and clearer.
Not only are the ingredients incredibly high quality, but the packaging itself feels luxurious – like a small act of self-care at the start of a busy day.
Wellness that feels good also does good.
True Creatine+ for energy + cognitive support
I used to think creatine was only for gym-goers… turns out it’s just as effective for brain fog, energy and healthy ageing.
Ancient + Brave’s blend (creatine, taurine, magnesium + vitamin D) gives both body and brain the support they need – especially as our natural levels decline with age.
True Ashwagandha+ for calm + resilience
Nervous system regulation has been needed as my perimenopause journey increases. So this is my go-to adaptogen for those wired-but-tired days. It supports your stress response and helps bring your nervous system back into balance – whether it’s a frantic morning or a restless evening.
Hydration for steady energy throughout the day
I love coffee, but it’s not hydration… and despite my best efforts, I never drink enough water. Their electrolyte blend makes staying hydrated effortless, helping with energy, focus and overall wellbeing, it’s not just for athletes, but for anyone balancing a full life.
And if you want to try them, here’s a lovely bonus:
You’ll get £10 off thanks to my refer-a-friend link.
Simply enter your email to receive your voucher
I love coffee… but coffee doesn’t always love me.
When I was recovering from burnout, I cut so many things out of my diet, but my morning coffee was the one ritual I struggled to let go of.
Decaf never quite hit the spot (and so many decaf options are poor quality). But regular coffee sent my cortisol soaring, which is the last thing a perimenopausal, time-stretched, slightly overstimulated woman needs.
Then I discovered London Nootropics, and everything changed.
Adaptogenic coffee that supports your body, not stresses it
Their Flow blend is my favourite, a beautiful combination of premium coffee, Lion’s Mane mushroom and Rhodiola Rosea.
Together, these adaptogens help you enjoy the good parts of coffee — focus, clarity, energy — without the jitters, anxiety spikes or sudden crashes.
It’s coffee that actually works with your nervous system rather than against it.
Adaptogens help balance cortisol, giving you steady, sustained energy rather than that wired-but-tired feeling so many of us know too well.
Pure, natural and purpose-led
Each blend is designed with a clear intention. Personally, I love the flow blend for mental clarity & focus.
No preservatives.
No artificial sweeteners.
Just pure ingredients to elevate your daily ritual.
It’s genuinely helped me enjoy coffee again – without compromising my health.
Want to try it? Here’s your offer
Use my link and get £5 off your first purchase over £10
Every time someone uses the link, I also receive a £5 voucher – a lovely mutual boost.
✨ Why I Created This Gift Guide
Because I want gifts that genuinely add value – not more stuff we don’t need.
Because women deserve support that goes beyond bubble baths and spa days.
Because working mums need systems, rituals and wellbeing that truly hold them, not just quick fixes.
And because we’re entering a season where everyone else’s needs take priority… and I want to make it simpler for you to take care of yourself too.
Wellness can feel like a luxury. But it’s the foundation that lets us show up as the leaders, mothers, partners and humans we want to be.
And just a reminder – every product I’ve shared comes with a discount, offer or referral treat, because feeling supported should also feel accessible.
If you try any of these, let me know -I love hearing what works for you.
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