Health & Wellbeing

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Lady practising yoga

How yoga helps to slow you down

By Ilona Coryndon Burns. ‘We know the world only through the window of our mind. When our mind is noisy, the…

Harriet Coombes practices out of Compton Chamberlayne.

Relieving the pressures and stresses of everyday life through reflexology

by Katrina Ffiske. During these Winter months it is important to look after ourselves, eat well and take exercise. Even with…

Nursery child playing

Council’s Early Years Team achieves national recognition for SEND work

Wiltshire Council is one of the first local authorities in the country to gain special recognition for its commitment…

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Mediation can help separating parents avoid courtroom conflict

Parents who have decided to separate or divorce in 2023 were given guidance on how to avoid courtroom confrontation…

The event features a full and half marathon, as well as a 10k walk

Put on your walking boots and set out on the Breast Walk Ever

The New Year often brings about new found enthusiasm and a fresh motivation. Perhaps you are looking to do…

Research has shown that one in 10 new fathers suffer from postnatal depression

Why fathers’ mental health matters in the pre- and perinatal period

Did you know that 1 in 10 dads suffer from postnatal depression – that’s 75,000 dads each year in…

Working from home during winter

Tips for working from home during the winter

Words by Francesca Tyer. Working from home can be challenging, especially during the colder months. Here are some top tips…

Funds raised will enable the charity support children in the local area to re-build their resilience and confidence

Families urged to get resilient to help vulnerable young people

Did you know that only 10% of children in the UK play in natural spaces and today’s young people…

Mindful Eating

Use mindful eating to help ditch yo-yo dieting for good

Words by Claire Sankey. In January we’re often bombarded with messages about losing weight and the latest diet. If you…

Raynaud's Condition

Are you aware of Raynaud’s – a condition worsened by the cold?

AS the south west continues to endure frezzing temperatures, people are being urged to be aware of a little-known…