http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.emmakate.co.nz en-us Thu, 14 May 2026 20:19:05 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/post/150608/perimenopause-your-health-how-one-brave-step-can-change-everything/ For years, she’d been quietly battling changes in her mood, increased anxiety, and a constant sense of unease. She described it as feeling “off” in her own skin — a feeling that had crept in slowly, but had become much more noticeable and intense over the past two years.Like many women, she’d brushed it aside at first, telling herself that in her early 40s she was too young for it to be menopause, and it was just stress or life being busy. But deep down, she knew something was shifting... Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:33:45 +1200 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/#post150608 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/post/145731/how-a-positive-and-grateful-outlook-supports-us-through-tough-times/ Recently I read and was inspired by Guyon Espiner’s interview with Nigel Latta.Clinical psychologist, author and TV presenter, Nigel Latta’s resilience and optimism have been stretched to the limits following a diagnosis of incurable cancer.I was struck by these truisms from Latta: “You’ve gotta keep pushing back into that optimistic space… Optimism really is a superpower. It really does help.”We’ve all been taught we need to be more resilient. But Nigel Latta says it’s more... Fri, 23 May 2025 16:16:52 +1200 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/#post145731 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/post/142845/what-is-a-trauma-coach/ Trauma is a deeply personal experience, and its impact can linger long after the event itself. Many people struggle with stress, anxiety, and emotional blocks stemming from past trauma, often without knowing how to process or move forward. This is where a Trauma Coach can help.... Wed, 12 Mar 2025 11:44:11 +1300 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/#post142845 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/post/135473/reflections-after-mental-health-awareness-week/ Today, most days actually, I am wearing my Brain Garden Trust hat and feeling the weight of the harmful decisions this government is making. One group that continues to face significant barriers are our neurodivergent tamariki. Many whānau are experiencing the harsh reality that this government's promises lack substance, and are in fact going in the opposite direction causing significant and irreversible harm to our vulnerable communities. This in turn causes stress in homes, and the difficult ... Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:50:36 +1300 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/#post135473 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/post/130172/prioritising-self-compassion-and-self-care-before-during-and-after-a-relationship-split/ Vulnerable words ahead: I’m currently going through the emotions of a break-up. While I still care about my ex-partner, I know I wasn’t bringing my best self to the relationship.I want to use this safe space to share some lessons I’ve learnt from this painful experience, to remind you you’re not alone. I also want you to feel seen – in whatever you are going through – whether that’s loss, feeling adrift, relief, heartbreak or something else. I will get through this. You will g... Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:57:40 +1200 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/#post130172 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/post/127446/carers-need-caring-for-too/ It made me, and many others, feel sad when Disability Issues Minister Penny Simmonds suggested carers were abusing “public money” (disability support) on massages and pedicures – as if massages were a waste of money. The reason why this makes me sad is because I know from personal experience, and through my clients, the benefits a massage gives to carers.We think it’s offensive and wrong that the Minister is painting carers as people who are trying to rip off the system, when carers are ... Tue, 23 Apr 2024 17:28:10 +1200 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/#post127446 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/post/115535/emma-kate-wellbeings-year-in-review/ I’ve had my health challenges, as well as advocating for my daughter through her autism diagnosis and mental health challenges. At work, I continue to learn and grow as a massage therapist and coach – and develop new skills and techniques to support you and your family’s wellbeing.December’s always a good time to reflect on the year that’s been and consider the highlights and lowlights, the lessons you’ve learnt, the insights you’ve gained and the people you’ve been able to serve... Wed, 13 Dec 2023 15:29:21 +1300 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/#post115535 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/post/109119/this-is-my-why-becoming-a-mum-and-the-challenges-weve-faced-to-get-here/ I grew up being told I wouldn’t live past my 12th birthday. Definitely not long enough to have children – so don’t worry about it.If I did live long enough, I would have fertility challenges and wouldn’t be able to have children.But I did live past that age, and I did fall pregnant.This is my story of how – thanks to the help of many medical specialists – I defied odds and came to be the mum of three gorgeous kids.Content warning: This is my story of heavily monitored pregnancies, mi... Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:40:12 +1200 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/#post109119 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/post/108577/ten-reasons-emma-kate-wellbeing-offers-pregnancy-massages-and-coaching/ With pregnancy massages and coaching, I support the journey from preconception to pregnancy – and pre-labour to postpartum – and the transition into parenthood.In this blog, I’m going to share why I’m so passionate about what I do, why I believe in offering pregnancy care to women and their partners, and touch on my own story and how this has shaped me into the practitioner I am today.... Wed, 09 Aug 2023 11:05:33 +1200 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/#post108577 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/post/106461/why-i-want-to-give-back-to-parents-and-caregivers/ My daughter was recently diagnosed with autism, and I found out my son had a heart condition when I was 18 weeks pregnant with him.It’s not my place to impart too much of my kids’ stories – they are personal to them. But...... Thu, 29 Jun 2023 10:35:07 +1200 http://www.emmakate.co.nz/blog/#post106461