As parents we are busy. Sometimes too busy. Sometimes so busy that when I do get to stop and take a look in the mirror, I scare myself.

So lately I have been trying to set aside time to look after the way I look - to wash and straighten my hair, shave my legs, even put on the odd spot of makeup every now and again. These kind of things don't take hours, but they can make you feel so much better. I know that when I feel like I look good I am in a better mood, which in turn, benefits my daughter.

So get out the foundation and the hairbrush. And the razor and the tweezers. And if you're feeling ambitious maybe a little bit of eyeliner and mascara. You'll be feeling more human again in no time.