It's A Duck

09/08/2026

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I've been a little quiet on here this week... but this has very much still been happening behind the scenes. 🍂

I've been creating something that feels really special to me.

Something for women who spend so much of their lives doing, organising, caring, thinking and keeping everything going and maybe haven't made much space for themselves in amongst it all.

It's nearly time to tell you what I've been creating.

Very nearly...😃 🍂

Brenda 🦆

01/08/2026

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Something beautiful has been taking shape behind the scenes...

Not just an idea, but a feeling.

A place to slow down.
To breathe.
To reconnect with the parts of yourself that everyday life can sometimes make you forget.

Every little detail has been chosen with care, and I'm getting so excited to share it with you.

Soon... 🍂

30/07/2026

🦆🦆🦆Some ideas need time to grow before they're ready to be shared.

This is one I've been quietly creating for a while, and I can't wait to tell you more.

For now... enjoy the mystery.

02/07/2026

I'm absolutely delighted to be joining this fantastic Women's Wellness Event organised by Katrina Gallagher at the Ebrington Hotel on 26th July as both a speaker and exhibitor, all in support of Cancer Focus Northern Ireland.

It's shaping up to be an incredible afternoon dedicated to women's health, wellbeing, confidence and self-care, and I'm honoured to be sharing the stage with such an inspiring group of women.

Aaghhh...and yes, that means sharing a video of myself! 🙈😂

Anyone who knows me knows I'm much more comfortable chatting to a room full of women than watching myself back on camera! But a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do😉

If you're coming along, please do come over and say hello. I'd love to meet you.

B🦆

02/07/2026

✨ An afternoon dedicated to YOU. ✨

Join as she visits .hairenhancers to learn more about
the upcoming Women's Wellness Event at on Sunday
26th July. 💜

In this clip Joanne chats to Menopause Coach Brenda McCaskie, founder of

This inspiring charity event celebrates women's health, wellbeing,
confidence and self-care while raising vital funds for Cancer Focus
Northern Ireland.

Expect an unforgettable afternoon featuring:
🥂 Champagne reception
🫖 Afternoon tea
💇‍♀️ Hair loss & trichology consultations
💜 Wellness & menopause experts
👗 Fashion show
💄 Makeup demonstrations
🎤 Live entertainment with Danny O'Carroll
🎁 Luxury goodie bag worth over £100
🎟️ Charity raffle with fantastic prizes

📍 The Ebrington Hotel, Derry/Londonderry
📅 Saturday 26th July
🕑 2:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: £90

To book your place, contact Karen Harkin Hair via the salon, website
or social media.

💕 Like, save and share this post to help spread the word and support
this incredible cause.

Watch/listen to the full podcast at www.localwomenmagazine.com/podcast

24/06/2026

Well... this feels a little surreal. ❤️

A while back I was invited to join the wonderful Lauren Chiren -Owner Women of a Certain Stage onto their podcast to talk about my own experience of perimenopause and the journey that eventually led me to become a Menopause Coach and create It's A Duck!

We talked about the brain fog, panic attacks, anxiety, exhaustion, losing confidence, and that horrible feeling of not recognising yourself anymore.

For a long time I genuinely thought I was losing myself.

What I didn't realise was that many of the struggles I was experiencing were linked to perimenopause.

If you've ever sat in your car and cried before work...
If you've ever forgotten words mid-sentence...
If you've ever wondered where the old you disappeared to...

Please know you're not alone.

Thank you to Lauren and the team for giving me the opportunity to share my story.

🎧 You can listen here:
https://www.womenofacertainstage.com/podcasts/episode/21784288/brain-fog-panic-attacks-and-losing-herself-at-work-it-was-perimenopause

And if it resonates with you, I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Love,
B 🦆💛

17/06/2026

I was honoured to attend the launch of the Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes (HSKT) Coercive Control Campaign alongside Joan Davis, CEO of Relate NI.

As someone who works with women every day, I know how important it is that we continue to raise awareness of coercive control and help people understand what healthy relationships look like.

Sometimes the signs aren't always obvious, which is why education, conversation and early intervention matter so much.

Thank you to everyone involved in developing these important resources and helping to create a safer future for everyone across Northern Ireland.

09/06/2026

I'm absolutely delighted and honoured to have been invited as one of the guest speakers at the Karen Harkin Professional Women's Wellness Event in the Ebrington Hotel, Derry, on 26th July.

I'll be speaking about mental health and wellbeing, menopause, and the importance of looking after ourselves during the many twists and turns life can bring.

As many of you know, through It's A Duck! I am passionate about helping women reconnect with themselves, rediscover their strengths, and realise they are not alone in how they're feeling.

It's shaping up to be a fantastic afternoon filled with inspiration, connection, wellbeing, beauty, fashion, and so much more all while supporting the incredible work of Cancer Focus NI.

I'd love to see some familiar faces there.

Love B 🦆

✨ Join us for an unforgettable evening of wellness, beauty, and empowerment at the KHG Women's Wellness Event! ✨

On 26th July 2pm - 6pm in the Ebrington hotel Derry 💕

Enjoy an inspiring experience featuring wellness insights, self-care, fashion, beauty, and meaningful connections with an amazing community of women.

💛 Every ticket purchased helps support Cancer Focus, making a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.

🎟️ Tickets available now!

📍 Reserve your place today and be part of a night dedicated to wellness, confidence, and giving back.

☎️ call us on +353 87 416 6091

05/06/2026

Took us A while but we finally got there!

Its A Duck Big Day Out.

Smash & Let It Go! 💄🔨💪

Is tomorrow!!!!! 🙌🙌🙌 see you all then!!

31/05/2026

💄🔨🌹This isn't really about smashing bottles.

It's about everything women carry that nobody sees.

🔨The pressure.
🔨The self-doubt.
🔨The expectations.
🔨The guilt.
🔨The Mental Load

🔨The feeling that somewhere along the way, you've lost a little bit of yourself.

Asking ' Who Am I?'

Next Saturday 6th June. 15 women from Omagh will climb onto a bus for a day that's about far more than a Rage Room.

It's about stepping away from the everyday. Laughing until your cheeks hurt.
Being with other women who just get it. Letting go of what no longer serves you and returning home a little lighter than when you left.

Less than nne week to go 💄🔨🌹