Amalie Reedz-Thott, Model, Founder of Nurture Vitaviva + Mum of two shares her views on holistic health and the importance behind finding the time to be your authentic self.
Q. What was the inspiration behind Nurture Vitaviva?
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A. As a nurse holistic health has always interested me. I have always found supplements, tinctures, homeopathy and herbs very interesting. When I went through periods of stress I found a lot of healing in these categories and wanted to make a series of supplements that would help and nurture through the flow of life.
Q. Being a mum alongside a successful career as a Model and creator of Nurture Vitaviva how do you stay organised with work and family life?
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A. I am still trying to figure out the work/momlife balance! Right now while my babies are small I dedicate my time to them and only work when the time allows.
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Q. How do you manage to unwind and spend time for yourself?
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A. I try to be my authentic self - to create and study. Even though I spend a lot of time with my kids, that time for me is important.
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Q. Has becoming a mum changed the way you approach fashion and the way you dress?
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A. Yes, I love fewer but good quality items. Items that I can easily jump into, that are warm and comfy!
Q. What challenges have you faced when dressing during your pregnancies and how did you overcome them?
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A. I loved dressing my pregnant body. An oversized t-shirt and jeans did it for me.
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Q. How has this pregnancy differed from your last?
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A. Every pregnancy is different. I loved being pregnant however I had more worries the second time around (which is surprising as it's usually the opposite). During my second pregnancy I calved out time to ground myself by meditation and created a space for myself and my thoughts alone.
Q. What do you think is the biggest challenge faced by mothers in the workplace?
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A. Firstly the mom-brain is real. And secondly your world is forever changed - you have a responsibility to take care of this new human and that depth of love that your heart is opened up to is scary, vibrant and beautiful!
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Q. What family traditions do you have?
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A. My daughter and I love to shower together while listening to music. That's our time to connect just the two of us.
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