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May 29, 2017

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oh, hey there!

Thanks so much for stopping by.

I’m Leah, a 34 year old mama to two little babes.

This is where I share the things I love, adventures with my family and the wild ride that is motherhood.

I love music (my happy place), long walks on the beach (yes, but really!) chocolate and a good Netflix binge.

I’ll share with you my fave mum-hacks, the clothes I love, my journey with infertility and the ups and downs of motherhood.

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Mum x3.
A bit of motherhood, fashion, neurodiversity, home, travel & everything in between ✨
Work - ruby@nextofkinmgmt.com.au

Bringing those lemon spring vibes into the bedroom

Bringing those lemon spring vibes into the bedroom with a little linen refresh 🍋🍋.
Paired with a cute pink stripe for a bit of colour pop.
What do we think?
@Linen_House #LHSS24
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Our 5.30pm dinner reservation didn’t quite match

Our 5.30pm dinner reservation didn’t quite match the vibes of the song though 🙊💃.

Top & Skirt @augustethelabel
Bag @status_anxiety
Slides @midas_shoes

Sometimes it’s just the simple things that bring

Sometimes it’s just the simple things that bring you joy like an hour kid free to play with new pretty home things ✨.
Candle holders & Marble tray @houseof9home

{gifted}

Weekly meal planning just feels better when I’m $Weekly meal planning just feels better when I’m doing it around the gorgeous Otto Dining Table from @icon_by_design. With my favourite recipe book open and a little bit of peace and quiet while the kids hit the park - getting ready for a busy week of family dinners. Made from solid walnut, this table is built for all the meals, memories, and messes that come with family life. Use the code LEAHWILLIAMS200 for $200 off your order (minimum purchase $2500). #iconbydesign #solidwood #scandinaviandesign {contra collaboration}$

Paramedics (all healthcare workers) are just a spe

Paramedics (all healthcare workers) are just a special kind of human ✨.

The care, compassion and calm they bring in a chaotic moment is really quite something else. Thank you x 100.

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A wild night over here… in true Rosie fashion.
A fall, head bump, one disoriented kiddo, a few vomits later, a visit from the ambulance and a trip to hospital.

The second time we’ve had to call an ambulance for this girl (remember that time she was accidentally born at home?) and the care from the ambo’s, both times, has just been incredible.

On the way to the hospital I chatted to one of the paramedics (in between catching voms - multitasking) and got a sense of just how hard they work to look after us, often within systems and procedures that don’t always make practical sense.

From someone who makes pretty videos and photos for a living, to me, they’re super human.

We’re home now, she’s fine, just keeping a close eye on her.

Nothing like a concussion to warrant a three year old getting to eat iceblocks at 2am though. 🙊

Today’s outfit, thrown together in exactly 2.5 m

Today’s outfit, thrown together in exactly 2.5 minutes as I refereed a wrestling match between my biggest two and debated with the toddler as to why pants weren’t optional.

Phew.

And we’re out the door 💃.

Tee @theselfstyler
Skirt @_plainjanes
Bag & sunglasses @status_anxiety
Sneakers @adidasau

#mumstyle

Adding a touch of privacy to our front bedrooms ✨.

We love our neighbours, but having a clear view into our bedroom isn’t ideal 🙊.

Shutters are the perfect solution to privacy, while still letting in beautiful natural light. We went with Plantation Shutters from @wynstanwithay, and the best part is, they offer professional installation to make the process super easy. #wynstanwithay #australianmade

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The holding on and the letting go ✨. #motherhoo

The holding on and the letting go ✨.

#motherhood

It’s called the Cloud Sofa for a reason… ☁️
@jameslanedesign

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All ready for the big game. Settled in at The Gove

All ready for the big game.
Settled in at The Governor watch party to see GWS Giants take on Sydney Swans 👏🏻.
A little someone’s been practicing her teams cheer all week long 🙊.
If you can’t get to the game, head on down to your local watch party to join in on the fun.
#aflfinals #aflpickateam

The best family day out @lunaparksydney 🎡. We

The best family day out @lunaparksydney 🎡.

We were so lucky to see the magic of Lite Brite on the weekend. It’s a totally immersive, cinematic experience that everyone will love…

But If you’ve got a sensory seeking little one, oh my gosh, this is for them!!

My boy literally had THE best time in the dark, with all the beautiful lights and being able to MOVE and RUN and DANCE… with no one telling him to sit still or be quiet.

It was truely so beautiful watching him in an environment where he could just be his true self.

The sound can get a little loud, but with headphones on it was totally fine!

Such a fun day out 💛.

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#lunaparksydney #litebrite

We love an afternoon of crafts and chats in our ho

We love an afternoon of crafts and chats in our home, all with a little help from HP Print Pals! These printable puppets bring lots of fun to our family time and are such a great tool for helping little ones share what’s on their mind.

As a mum of a neurodivergent child, I’ve found that sharing thoughts and feelings is so much easier through play. With a huge range of printable accessories from wheels to headphones, there’s something for everyone.

Spend an afternoon creating with your little ones – download your free HP Print Pals at home today.
@HPaustralia #sponsored #HPPrintPals #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity

The BEST Dad! He brings the calm, the funny and th

The BEST Dad! He brings the calm, the funny and the 10/10 shoulder rides.
💛💛.

Dining at home just got a whole lot prettier ✨ $Dining at home just got a whole lot prettier ✨ Featuring the Otto Dining Table and Henrik Dining Chairs in Solid Walnut from @icon_by_design . An Aussie family-owned business crafting furniture from sustainably sourced solid wood. Grab $200 off with the code LEAHWILLIAMS200 (minimum purchase $1500). #iconbydesign #solidwood #scandinaviandesign {contra collaboration}$

Come with me to get my hair straightened at @thest

Come with me to get my hair straightened at @thestraighteningsalon

I am a super low maintenance girlie when it comes to hair… partly due to lack of time, but also partly due to laziness 🙊.

Thanks to pregnancy and baby hairs, I’ve developed a really delightful little halo of fuzz… one tiny bit of humidity and BAM - so I’m super excited to tame it!

Today I opted for the semi permanent. I love that the treatment is non toxic and made my hair super shiny and.. well, seeya fuzz!

The best mum hack ever.

{gifted treatment}.

A full year has passed since my ADHD diagnosis, an

A full year has passed since my ADHD diagnosis, and as I reflect, I see both the weight of it all, and the beauty of finally seeing who I truly am.

Finally understanding why I’ve always felt different.

Starting to realise that it wasn’t a flaw or something wrong with me, but simply that I never really knew how my brain was wired

I’ve learnt to forgive myself for past struggles, knowing I was doing the best I could with the tools I had… and gotten better at giving myself grace.

I really believe diagnosis to be so incredibly important - it gives you the chance to finally work with your brain, to adapt and thrive, instead of constantly struggling against it.

It’s been a strange, wild, and exhausting journey… but one I’m ever so grateful for.

#lateadhddiagnosis #adhdwomen
#adhddiagnosis #motherhood #neurodivergentwomen #adhd

Making our little house a home with @jameslanedesi

Making our little house a home with @jameslanedesign✨.

Featuring the Cloud Dustin Modular, bon coffee table, taza rug, toronto marble bowl & mars side table.

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It’s all the things in-between that make motherh

It’s all the things in-between that make motherhood hard.

The unspoken worries, the quiet sacrifices, the moments when you’re holding everything together because that’s what you do.

They’re the real challenges.

#motherhood #motherhoodjourney #parenting

When going out sans kids is at stake… I am light

When going out sans kids is at stake… I am lightening fast 👋🏻🏃‍♀️.

I think 7 minutes was a new PB to be honest .

How good is it when you quickly throw on an outfit and it just works 👌🏻.

Dress & Blazer @augustethelabel
Boots @frankie4footwear

$One of my favourite spaces, our little studio. It’s quiet, comfy, away from the chaos of inside… And if I pull the curtains all the way, the kids don’t even know I’m here 🙊. Added a little pop of colour with the beautiful artwork from @urbanroad_au {gifted}.$

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