“I’d die for my kids.”

Okay, but what about living for your kids?

What about taking an honest look at your life — your health, your mental health, your eating habits, even your vocabulary and how you speak to yourself or about yourself… and then imagining that instead of looking at yourself, you're looking at your child doing the exact same things, living the same way you live now?

Are you okay with that?

A Personal Moment That Opened My Eyes Even More

My son is 3 now, and I’ve been conscious of all of this throughout his life.
My wellness journey actually began before he was even born.

Still — I’m far from perfect. Every now and then he mirrors something back to me that shows me exactly what I still need to work on.

But recently, something happened that made me so grateful I’ve been intentional about all of this.

We were in the supermarket, wandering through the aisles, when he spotted something bright on the shelf — Aeroplane Jelly.
He picked it up, turned the box over, and started “reading” the label. He can’t read yet, but he was pretending to check the ingredients, just like he’s seen me do a hundred times.

It stopped me in my tracks.

In that moment, I realised:
He is absorbing everything.
The way I speak.
The choices I make.
The things I prioritise.
The little habits I don’t think he notices.

And it reminded me why the work I do on myself matters — because he’s learning how to care for himself by watching me care for myself.

Our Kids Learn From What We Live

Our kids absorb everything — every word we speak and every action we take.
They’re building their whole foundation from the values they see us living every day from the moment they’re born.

Caring for your child is the most important job you have, but part of that is also showing them how to care for themselves.

And I know it’s not easy. A lot of us struggle to even care for ourselves.
But that’s exactly how they learn — by watching us show up, keep trying, and take those little steps forward, even when we don’t get it perfect.

You can’t do better until you know better, so start small.

If any of this hits home, it’s time to start considering your wellness — and, in turn, the wellness of your children — and begin the shift.

Tiny little changes in your lifestyle, nutrition, and mindset add up to big shifts over time.

A Simple Place to Begin

1. Put a timer on your phone for 10 minutes

Close your eyes and really consider these things.
Think deeply about what you want the rest of your life to look like for your children — and how you want their lives to look as they grow.

2. Write it down

Write down some goals you can start on straight away. Start small:

• Take stock of your pantry and learn about healthier swaps — things you could make yourself without all the unnecessary preservatives, thickeners, and additives.

• Take a 10-minute walk in the morning, or enjoy your coffee in the sunshine and fresh air.

• Read the labels on new purchases, not just food but also things like clothing and bedding.

• Start removing or avoiding synthetic fragrances.

3. Implement

Throughout your day, start implementing what you wrote down.

Set your morning alarm a little earlier for that morning walk. Make your outdoor space a place you can enjoy your breakfast. Read the ingredients on that next snack you pick up. Swap a processed snack for a whole food snack. Choose cotton clothing instead of polyester.
Make the changes realistic. Make them doable. Make them repeatable.

Do The Hard Things Now, To Avoid The Harder Things Later

Disease doesn’t start at a diagnosis. It starts accumulating in the years you’re not considering your health.

And I can guarantee you:
Our kids want you around as long as possible.
Prioritising your wellness is one of the greatest gifts you can give them.

I’m not saying you need to cut out everything.
Just be conscious — and include your children in the conversations and learning process:

• What nourishes our body

• Why it's important to avoid chemicals on our skin and in our home

• What foods have the vitamins and proteins our bodies need

• Why movement matters

• How to speak kindly to ourselves

These aren’t lessons you teach once — they’re lessons you live.

It’s Not About Perfection — It’s About Awareness

I don’t want anyone to read this and feel guilty or negative in any way.
I hope by sharing this I can encourage and empower you to take an active role in your health and the longevity of your life.

Life is just so much sweeter when you feel good doing it.
And your kids notice. They feel that change. They model it.

Start today.
Start small.
Start with one thing.

Your future self — and your children — will thank you for it.

                                                                                        Be kind to yourself, always - Tash.