OUR STORY

2020 was set to be such an exciting year. I was about to welcome my second baby in March. Before we knew it though the world was hit with the Covid19 Global pandemic which threw the world and people into the unknown and a lot of uncertainty, including myself.

Here is my story.

I gave birth to my second baby, a baby girl in March 2020. In the weeks leading up to the birth the first lockdown commenced and I attended all my hospital appointments alone with little certainty on whether or not my husband or family would be there with me at the birth which caused extreme stress on me. I spent much of my time in the hospital alone whilst my husband tended to my son at home. On top of this, coming home from the hospital with a newborn with the extra pressure that came with home schooling, no support from family due to no visitors allowed to the home as well as all the unknowns that came with the pandemic itself at that time.

By the time my daughter was just 6 weeks old I was suffering from severe post natal depression.

My mind and body mentally and physically shut down literally overnight.

Of course there was a build-up but I didn’t realise it was happening until it was too late.

I couldn’t get out of bed, let alone shower. Getting dressed was difficult. The thought of food made me feel so sick so I barely ate. I couldn’t make any decisions for myself or for my children.

I’ll never forget the day I told my husband and my mum and the relief that came afterwards was mind blowing. They instantly took control. They took all the pressures of me and my mind allowing me to recover.

I found myself sitting in my GP’s room accepting my diagnosis and was admitted into the Early Parenting Unit in hospital which is a specialised prenatal ward for parents suffering postnatal depression. I spent 2 weeks there with my newborn baby undergoing therapy and recovery.

I was so sceptical at first. In my mind this was it, I wasn’t going to get better, there was no point. I was embarrassed and at the time I was ashamed. Why could I not look after my children, what is wrong with me? I’m a failure! I can’t do this anymore! Most of all I was scared. I was so scared.

By day 3/4 I could already see myself transforming. The lessons I learned and the techniques they taught me were making such a difference to my mental health and physically aswell. I learnt so much about myself, who I am as a person, as a wife, as a mother, a daughter, daughter-in-law, a sister, a sister in law, aunty, niece, cousin, work colleague and a friend. I learnt how all of the roles played a part in my life. I learnt where I need to be focusing my mind and my energy. I learnt how to give my time to others but above all else to put myself first.

During my healing and recovery I felt myself drawn to three things.

Natural oils, Nature and Crystals.

With the crystals it was the crystals healing properties and natural beauty that just provided me with so much comfort and hope on days when I needed it the most. I would carry them around with me, either tumbles in my pocket, my bra, my bag or as jewellery so even when I wasn’t home, I felt calm and protected. They really helped my recovery and before long I found myself wanting everything (much to my husband’s dislike on the spending money side hahaha)

I have learnt a lot about crystals, and I am still learning so much there is to know, and I am having an absolute blast doing so. One thing I am certain on is how these absolute gems from our earth made me feel when I needed them most and how they continue to make me feel every day, and I know that I want to share this beauty with all of you.

I know quality when I see it and I pride myself on sourcing the best crystals from around the world.

I feel so blessed for the journey that I have been through because without it I wouldn’t have known how strong I am. I feel so grateful that I now get to do this as a job and I love every day of it being surrounded by pure beauty.

I look forward to sharing this sacred space with all of you.

Much love, Desiree xx

You have to love yourself and take care of yourself before you can take care of others.