There was a time when I believed that keeping everything in my head made me more organised.

I thought that if I could remember the shopping, the appointments, the birthdays, the emails, the household jobs and everything else life threw at me, then I was somehow on top of things.

The reality?

I wasn't organised.

I was overwhelmed.

When most people think about mindfulness, they imagine meditation apps, yoga classes, or long walks in nature. While these practices certainly have their place, mindfulness doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming. In fact, one of the simplest mindfulness habits can take less than a minute and requires no special equipment at all.

Switching off your mind can feel like the hardest task of the day. But it is possible to calm your mind after a busy day by taking the right steps.

Life doesn’t need to be go-go-go to be successful. A healthy balance is the key to a mindful life.

Life as a first-time mum can be overwhelming, but with these tips you can maximise your time and obtain mindfulness.