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It feels like today marks the unofficial end of summerโ€ฆ which feels slightly strange after spending most of it complaining about the 40-degree heat. ๐Ÿ˜‚โ˜€๏ธ

Looking back though, itโ€™s been a pretty special one.

My youngest finally joining his big brother at school (a huge, slightly emotional landmark moment.) Beach days and ridiculously fresh, delicious food on the Isle of Wight. Family time up North, exploring the beautiful Northumberland coastline and even spotting dolphins ๐Ÿฌ. Woodland walks, den building and kids disappearing into the trees for hours.

We scattered Dadโ€™s ashes at his favourite lake spot on his birthday, with my siblings โ€” one of those moments that was both incredibly sad and incredibly special.

There were endless BBQs with friends, country breaks, reunions with old friends, far too many late-night garden chats (often because it was simply too hot to go inside!), and somehow finding time to create a new salmon roulade/dip/recipe obsession along the way. ๐Ÿ˜‚

Iโ€™ve squeezed in as much contrast therapy as possible, spent a lot more time swimming and finally feel like Iโ€™m getting somewhere with my front crawl. ๐ŸŠโ€โ™€๏ธ

And in between it all, weโ€™ve been testing out a Range Rover vs Defenderโ€ฆ and Iโ€™m officially stuck. ๐Ÿ‘€ If youโ€™ve had either, which one would you choose?

A summer of big milestones, little moments, good food, family, friends, grief, laughter, fresh air, cold plunges, long chats and a lot of memories made.

And after all that complaining about the heatโ€ฆ Iโ€™m actually a little sad to see you go. โค๏ธ

But then againโ€ฆ autumn is in my DNA. ๐Ÿ‚ Iโ€™m a Libra after all. โš–๏ธโœจ

So, Septemberโ€ฆ Iโ€™m ready!

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๐–๐ž๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ง๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฆ๐จ๐ซ๐ž ๐ญ๐ก๐š๐ง ๐ฐ๐ก๐š๐ญ ๐ฐ๐ž ๐ž๐š๐ญโ€ฆ

You can eat well, exercise and try to do all the โ€œrightโ€ thingsโ€ฆ but still feel like something is missing.

Because wellbeing isnโ€™t just about our food or fitness.

Stress, inflammation, hormones, sleep, the way we spend our days and the people we surround ourselves with all influence how we feel.

As a holistic nutrition coach, I believe nourishing your body matters but so does nourishing your mind, your relationships and your sense of connection.

Some of the most memorable and uplifting moments in life donโ€™t happen because we followed the perfect routine.

They happen around the table.
Over shared food.
Through conversations.
With people who inspire us.

Thatโ€™s the idea behind ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐…๐‹๐Ž ๐‚๐จ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ž๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž bringing women together through nourishing food, wellness experiences, inspiring stories and genuine connection.

Because sometimes what weโ€™re missing isnโ€™t another wellness habit.

Itโ€™s each other. ๐Ÿ’›

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The Foods Iโ€™m Loving That Are On Repeat This Summerโ€ฆ..

Summer always reminds me that healthy eating doesnโ€™t have to be complicated.

Iโ€™m loving cooking over a fire, fresh BBQs in the garden and eating alfresco with family. Think local butcherโ€™s steak, salmon skewers, sweetcorn, broccolini and even homegrown yellow courgettes picked fresh from the garden.

Salads are on repeat too, loaded with colourful veg, or fruit like peaches or& pears, walnuts, pine nuts, and finished simply with extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice.

Protein-packed omelettes are another favourite for busy days, while big platters of fruit and veg are perfect for kids to graze on while everyone enjoys the sunshine. If you can stand the kitchen heat, then a healthy tray-cake is ideal for kids on the go.

As a nutrition coach, Iโ€™m a big believer that the healthiest meals are often the simplest: seasonal ingredients, plenty of colour, quality protein and healthy fats, shared with the people you love.

Feel free to message below if youโ€™d like the full recipes

๐Ÿ’ซโ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿฅ‚๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ‹๐ŸŒฝ๐Ÿง€๐Ÿ–๏ธ

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This was a hard post to swallowโ€ฆ.

Very honest and enough said here to caption anymore.
The sunshine is certainly helping my mood thatโ€™s for sure!

(Big love to all those who have reached out with support - all my incredible friends and family - some of which Iโ€™ve not seen in years, but have shown up for me from sending cards, flowers, kind messages, donating to cancer research and even coming to the funeral. You know who you are and It will never be forgotten - I too hope to be there for you one day when you need it.)

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Another year spent with good friends and family in Dubai. We stayed at The Atlantis and left one week before everything kicked off. Appreciate itโ€™s uncertain times over there right now but we will be back again next year, because nothing beats THIS feeling ๐ŸŒด โ˜€๏ธ ๐ŸŸ 

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We have some BIG NEWS ๐ŸŽ‰

We have been quietly working away behind the scenes and canโ€™t wait to share that weโ€™re evolving from SW London Women to SW London Women + Beyond CIC ๐Ÿ’ฅ

Itโ€™s hard to believe itโ€™s been two years already - how time flies! What started as a simple dinner in our favourite local spot @peoplemakehome has grown into a powerful, purpose-driven community ๐Ÿค

Over the past two years, weโ€™ve proudly advocated for youth mental health, breast cancer awareness, and the vital connection between arts and health where that journey has led us here. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everyone who has supported us along the way - from female founders and brand collaborators to old Friedan and new. We donโ€™t be here still going if it wasnโ€™t for you.

Becoming a Community Interest Company allows us to create bigger impact, amplify voices, and collaborate more meaningfully โœจ

This is just the beginningโ€ฆ and weโ€™re taking our community beyond South West London ๐Ÿš€

Come share this next chapter with us!
Fran & Shoba
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Ps - do you like our new logo? โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ’Œ Want to collaborate? DM us โ€” weโ€™d love to hear from you.

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๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ Iโ€™m Francesca - nutritionist, mum of two, chaos coordinator, and lover of a beautifully balanced life. I help busy women and families build realistic nutrition systems that actually fit real life with no guilt, no extremes, no perfection required.

Real food. Real balance.โšก๏ธ

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November / December, a little life round-up โœจ

The last two months of the year were a real mix whoโ€™s is the kind that feels very midlife in the best way.
Holding joy and responsibility at the same time.

A quick trip up to Newcastle to see my dad ๐Ÿค
A reminder that health, time and presence come first.

Big sing-along energy at Five with the girls.
Cold, bright bike rides through Richmond Park.
Deeply comforting soup season on repeat (you know I love a bowl that nourishes more than just hunger).

An incredible date night at Dorian with proof that great food is still one of lifeโ€™s best pleasures ๐Ÿท
The final @swlondonwomen event of the year at The Broadcaster with community, conversation and women backing women, always.

Pete Tong Classics with the orchestra at the O2.
Speaking at Wandsworth Council as Chair of Putney Action Group - using my voice in rooms that matter.
Hosting Christmas in London ๐ŸŽ„
And ending the year exactly how I like itโ€ฆ with good friends, good food and a little sparkle for NYE โœจ

As I step into the new year, Iโ€™m doing it with intention.
slowing down with purpose, choosing focus over frenzy, and creating space for some new and exciting things I canโ€™t wait to share.

Because wellness, especially in this season of life, isnโ€™t about doing more: itโ€™s about doing what matters.

Onwards, gently ๐Ÿ’ซ

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Some days I just canโ€™t drown out the background noise.
The chatter, the to-do list, the million mental tabs constantly open. It just feels overwhelming, like my brain is tuned to every frequency at once.

But put music on during a workoutโ€ฆ
and suddenly the noise becomes the good kind.

The beat gives the thoughts somewhere to land. My body moves, the mind follows, and for a moment everything syncs.

Yes, I massively get distracted and start dancing between sets - but I also feel energised, present and genuinely alive when on this wavelength (itโ€™s probably why clubbing days before kids got me through life!)

Different brains, different pathways and sometimes the right soundtrack is exactly what we need to feel regulated, strong and free ๐Ÿ’ซ

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What a night โœจ

We believe in real connection, honest stories and collective strength. Last monthโ€™s โ€œPause That Powers Youโ€ gathering brought exactly that - a room full of women, sharing, listening, supporting one another, and turning overwhelm into clarity, and, insight into power. 

We were moved by the inspiring journeys of our speakers: from mid-life rediscovery and purpose-driven entrepreneurship, to balancing motherhood and law, to transforming personal trauma into a bridge for safer conversations.

Their stories reminded us that growth often comes in unexpected moments and itโ€™s powerful when we share them together.

Our mission is simple: to create a safe space for women to connect, grow, pivot and belong. We champion diversity and support ambition So whether youโ€™re building a business, rethinking your career, navigating lifeโ€™s changes, or simply craving genuine in-person connection, then you belong here.

If this sounds like you then sign up to our mailing list andโ€ฆ
๐ŸŽฏ Save the date: Our next gathering is set for 26 February 2026. Keep your eyes on your inbox as weโ€™ll share the details soon.

Hereโ€™s to community, courage, clarity โ€” and to women always lifting each other up

Fran๐ŸงกShoba

#SWLondonWomen #WomenSupportingWomen #PauseThatPowersYou #Community #Networking #InPersonMagic #WomenInBusiness #FemaleFounders #LondonWomen #womensnetworking #londonwomen taken in The Broadcaster by @the.flocollective
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โœจ Happy Birthday to my wonderful friend, co-founder, and our ultimate Mum Manager โ€” Fran! โœจ

Wishing you the most fantastic year ahead ๐Ÿ’› Thank you for being our go-to lady, always there for everyone in a heartbeat. Kind, thoughtful, inclusive, and forever putting others before yourself.

Youโ€™re not only an incredible partner in building our community (and keeping our football crew in check!) but also a beautiful friend with a heart of gold - just as energetic on the football pitch as you are in life! โšฝ๐ŸŒท

This year, I wish you a year thatโ€™s just for you, filled with joy, laughter, rest, and everything that makes your heart happy.

Hereโ€™s to more voice notes, more laughter, and more moments that remind us how special this journey is together. ๐Ÿ’ซ

MUCH LOVE, HAPPY BIRTHDAY, FRAN! ๐ŸŽ‰

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โœจ A wellness hidden gem in Putney โœจ

When I found out @putneyrecovery had opened a brand-new therapy room, I had to give it a try. Iโ€™ve been doing contrast therapy for around 9 months now (sauna and ice bath) and itโ€™s become one of my most powerful habits. So when I heard this was opening on the doorstep, I just had to try it. It was made all the more fun with fellow Putney mum also called Francesca ๐Ÿ‘ฏโ€โ™€๏ธ @thevillage_putney 

๐Ÿ’ก The science bit (made simple):
	โ€ข	Moving from heat to cold boosts circulation so your blood vessels expand and contract like a workout for your system.
	โ€ข	It lowers inflammation, which means less muscle soreness and quicker recovery.
	โ€ข	Cold exposure also activates your nervous system, training your body (and mind!) to stay calm under stress.

๐ŸŒฟ What Iโ€™ve noticed personally:
	โ€ข	My focus and clarity are sharper so if I skip it, I feel the difference.
	โ€ข	My muscles recover faster, with far less ache.
	โ€ข	Breathwork feels deeper, and I can now hold my breath much longer when swimming.
	โ€ข	Itโ€™s become one of those small habits thatโ€™s made a big impact.

And honestly itโ€™s a real mind over matter practice. Stepping into the ice bath never feels easy, but choosing to do it again and again has built resilience that carries into every other part of life.

๐ŸŒธ And the best part? You can book the space for up to 4 people which is perfect for local mums or friends looking for a reset together.

โœจ Sessions start at just ยฃ15 and include the ice bath, sauna, steam room, showers, towels + locker room facilities = incredible value.

And because this is @putneybjj โ€ฆ weโ€™ve even been thinking: why not combine a womenโ€™s self-defence class ๐Ÿฅ‹ with hot/cold recovery afterwards?

#PutneyLife #SWLondon #PutneyMums #LondonWellness #WomensWellness #SaunaAndIceBath #ContrastTherapy #MindOverMatter #WomensHealthOver40 #StrongerEveryDay #WellnessHabits #MumLifeBalance #RecoveryRoom #ResilientWomen #SelfCareLondon #BJJCommunity #SaunaTime #ColdPlungeLondon #WellnessJourney #putneytherapy #putney taken in Putney by @the.flocollective
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