Welcome to Flourish By Forty

Hello and welcome to Flourish By Forty!

I’m Jenna, and I live in South Gloucestershire with my husband, Stephen, and our two daughters, Jasmine (10) and Elowen (8). Like many working mothers, I’ve spent the last decade pouring my energy into my family, and somewhere along the way, I lost sight of myself. Don’t get me wrong—motherhood has been the greatest privilege of my life, but now, with my 40th birthday just a couple of years away, I’ve realized it’s time to start nourishing myself again, too.

I’ll be honest: I don’t feel great in my own skin right now. I don’t put much effort into how I dress, I rarely wear makeup, and I’m carrying more weight than I’d like. But it’s not just about the physical—somewhere along the way, my personal interests, hobbies, and friendships outside of motherhood have taken a backseat. Most of my social life revolves around my children’s schedules, and as an introvert, I’ve been guilty of avoiding opportunities to push myself out of my comfort zone.

That’s why I created Flourish By Forty—to document my journey of rediscovery, self-care, and personal growth. This isn’t just about weight loss or makeovers (though getting healthier is definitely on my list!). It’s about learning to thrive in all aspects of life—mind, body, and soul. Over the next couple of years, I want to challenge myself to try new things, nurture my passions, and build meaningful connections beyond my role as a mother.

If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost yourself in the demands of daily life, I hope this space resonates with you. I’d love for you to follow along, share your own experiences, and let’s flourish together!