It's A Duck

I was honoured to attend the launch of the Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes (HSKT) Coercive Control Campaign alongside Joan Davis, CEO of Relate NI.

As someone who works with women every day, I know how important it is that we continue to raise awareness of coercive control and help people understand what healthy relationships look like.

Sometimes the signs aren't always obvious, which is why education, conversation and early intervention matter so much.

Thank you to everyone involved in developing these important resources and helping to create a safer future for everyone across Northern Ireland.

I'm absolutely delighted and honoured to have been invited as one of the guest speakers at the Karen Harkin Professional Women's Wellness Event in the Ebrington Hotel, Derry, on 26th July.

I'll be speaking about mental health and wellbeing, menopause, and the importance of looking after ourselves during the many twists and turns life can bring.

As many of you know, through It's A Duck! I am passionate about helping women reconnect with themselves, rediscover their strengths, and realise they are not alone in how they're feeling.

It's shaping up to be a fantastic afternoon filled with inspiration, connection, wellbeing, beauty, fashion, and so much more all while supporting the incredible work of Cancer Focus NI.

I'd love to see some familiar faces there.

Love B 🦆

✨ Join us for an unforgettable evening of wellness, beauty, and empowerment at the KHG Women's Wellness Event! ✨

On 26th July 2pm - 6pm in the Ebrington hotel Derry 💕

Enjoy an inspiring experience featuring wellness insights, self-care, fashion, beauty, and meaningful connections with an amazing community of women.

💛 Every ticket purchased helps support Cancer Focus, making a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.

🎟️ Tickets available now!

📍 Reserve your place today and be part of a night dedicated to wellness, confidence, and giving back.

☎️ call us on +353 87 416 6091

💄🔨🌹Something a little different is coming... 💄🔨🌹

Please Note No June Monthly Meet-Up This Month.

INSTEAD

We are taking things on the road.🚌

If you've ever felt like carrying it all is no longer working...

Keep watching 👀

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Well… if it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck… it’s time for another meet up 🦆😉

I haven’t seen you ladies since March 😳 and I’m not having that any longer.

If you’re feeling a bit all over the place, hormonal, or just fancy a night out with women who get it… come on.

You’ll be so glad you did 🦆

📆 Tuesday 5th May 2026
⏰️ 7pm -9pm
📍 Silverbirch Hotel Omagh
💷 £20 (incld Tea & Coffee)

📩 DM or WhatsApp me to book your place

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I had an amazing week last week… but one thing that really stood out was getting my diploma 🎓

I am now a qualified Menopause Coach!

And if I’m honest, this one feels a bit emotional.

Because this isn’t just something I’ve learned it’s something I see every single week in the women I work with.

Women who feel:
🦆lost
🦆overwhelmed
🦆not quite themselves anymore

And quietly asking…

“Who even am I now?”

This course has given me a deeper understanding of what’s actually going on behind the scenes perimenopause, menopause, hormones and how much they can affect confidence, mood and identity.

But more than anything, it’s strengthened the way I already work.

🦆Real conversations.
🦆No pressure.
🦆Helping women feel like themselves again.

I also had the privilege of being part of a group of 44 amazing women from all over the world.

Different backgrounds but the exact same heart.

Because we all understand that feeling when something shifts and you don’t quite recognise yourself anymore.

And that shared understanding is powerful.

Thank you to Lauren at Women of a Certain Stage for creating a space that brings these conversations together.

Here’s to continuing the conversations 💛

Brenda 🦆