Hello {name},

I wanted to start this week’s newsletter with something a bit more personal than usual. I’m not someone who typically shares details about my health, but I believe in raising awareness and being honest with the people who support me.

I live with a condition that causes chronic pain and fatigue, which inevitably takes a toll on mental health as well. I'm not someone who gives in easily, but the last few weeks have been particularly tough. I have been on a campaign to reduce my current medication in readiness to start a new course, and the transition has been exhausting.

I’m not sharing this for sympathy, but to say a massive, heartfelt thank you. The Pressed & Fresh community is quite literally one of my biggest reasons to get up in the mornings. Having the opportunity to help people, meet new faces, and build genuine relationships is what keeps me pushing through the pain. Your continued support gives me the drive to keep making a difference to your lives and your weeks.

Why Do We Iron Sheets?

(It's Not What You Think)

People often ask me why anyone bothers ironing their bedsheets. There is a common misconception that it’s just about showing off for houseguests, or clinging to some old-fashioned habit. But honestly? It’s neither.

It is about gifting yourself one genuine moment of luxury at the end of a long, tiring day. When you slide into bed and the sheets are crisp, smooth, and perfectly pressed, it fundamentally changes how you feel. It signals to your brain that the day is done, the chaos is paused, and it is finally time to rest. You don't do it for anyone else—you do it for you.

Summer Holidays: Juggling the beautiful chaos and family time with Tristan!

Sea Wall Walks: The fresh air has been an absolute lifesaver for my headspace.

Growing the Team: A massive welcome to Angela, our first official hire!

New Services: We are thrilled to announce we now offer professional Dry Cleaning.

Pewtner Padel

Sticking with the theme of health and wellbeing, I want to give a massive shoutout to Pewtner Padel right here in Newport. Padel is such a fantastic, accessible way to get moving, and Aaron's mantra is simple: Play. Improve. Compete.

Everyone starts somewhere. Whether you’ve never picked up a padel racket, want to improve your technique, or you’re aiming to compete in tournaments, Aaron is there to help you take that next step. Every session is completely tailored to you and your goals—designed to help you build confidence, learn tactics, and progress into social match play.

⚙️ A quick system update...

We love your feedback, but we realised our automated booking system was being a little too enthusiastic. I’ve spent some time under the hood correcting it this week. We have added proper gaps between our emails so you won't feel harassed, and fixed the glitch sending reminders to customers who had already left a review. Your inbox is safe again!