Wellness That Sticks: How BonPatch Founder Nicole O’Neil Is Redefining Self-Care for Busy Parents

If you’ve ever found yourself juggling work emails with lunch boxes, wondering when “me time” stopped being a thing — you’re not alone. Sydney entrepreneur and mum of two, Nicole O’Neil, felt exactly the same way. Between parenting, travelling, and running a business, she realised wellness had become just another item on the to-do list.

That’s where the idea for the BonPatch range began. “I was tired of overcomplicating health,” Nicole says. “Between running a business, raising my daughters, and constantly crossing time zones, I wanted something that fit into my life, not something that required me to stop it.”

The Simplicity Revolution

BonPatch is built around one clear message: self-care shouldn’t feel like another job. Instead of pills or powders, BonPatch offers wearable patches that support your day — designed for people who are always on the move.

Nicole worked closely with leading manufacturers to bring her vision to life, blending careful research, simplicity, and that classic Australian practicality. “We’re a nation of doers,” she explains. “We’re active, outdoors, and time-poor. BonPatch was created for that lifestyle — it’s wellness that moves with you.”

Motherhood, Momentum, and Micro Moments

Motherhood, Nicole says, changed everything about how she designs and lives. “When I was developing BonPatch, I wasn’t thinking about a faceless customer. I was thinking about the mum who’s been up half the night, still shows up for her family and her job, and just wants to feel a little more like herself by midday.”

We get it. Parenthood360 parents know that feeling — the one where you’ve hit your third coffee but still feel like you’re running on fumes. BonPatch isn’t about chasing perfection; it’s about small, realistic moments of support.

The brand’s tagline, “Wellness that sticks,” says it all. Each product is designed to meet people where they are — not where they should be.

Science Meets Soul

Behind BonPatch’s minimalist design lies a thoughtful approach to quality. Every patch is carefully tested to ensure consistency and reliability. Nicole describes the process as “clean, transparent, and grounded in evidence and care.”

The result? Products that support people through the everyday chaos of life. Not by promising miracles — but by offering a sense of calm, clarity, or focus when you need it most.

Learn more about the science behind BonPatch.

From Sydney to the States

While BonPatch started in Sydney, its story now stretches all the way to New York. “The challenge is scaling without losing soul,” Nicole says. “Every patch still reflects our values — honesty, quality, and simplicity.”

Her pinch-me moment? Spotting BonPatch on a US store shelf. “Something that started at my kitchen table in Sydney was suddenly part of a global conversation,” she recalls.

A Global Mission with a Local Heart

As BonPatch continues to grow, Nicole remains deeply involved in product direction and storytelling. She’s passionate about expanding into new categories that support hormonal balance and emotional wellbeing — areas she believes deserve more open, everyday conversation.

“BonPatch isn’t about transforming your life overnight,” Nicole says. “It’s about small acts of care that help you show up better for yourself, and everyone else.”

For parents who are constantly doing, giving, and holding it all together — BonPatch is a quiet reminder that self-care doesn’t have to mean slowing down. Sometimes, it’s as simple as taking a moment for yourself and remembering that how you feel, matters too.

Ready to make wellness stick? Discover more at www.bonpatch.com