Ever wish you could find more time in the day? Well maybe you can. Helen Whait, founder of ActivOT, shares some of the lessons she’s learned. By Helen Whait As mothers, as busy women, time and time again we succumb to fatigue and burnout. Our never-ending to-do-lists are overwhelming, and our children …
Birth of a mother: Navigating the life-changing journey
Motherhood takes us on a journey of transformation and for MD® Editor-in-Chief, Jessica Jane Sammut, it was a life changing seismic shift. By Jessica Jane Sammut, MD® Editor-in-Chief When I became a mother, it would be fair to say it was a shock to the system. As a fiercely independent …
How to know if you’re stuck in a cycle of perfectionism
In our quest for a flawless life, we often lose joy. Let’s dive deep into perfectionism and embrace our authentic, imperfect selves. By Ava Wilde Ever felt like you’re stuck in this endless loop, trying to be, well, perfect? Yeah, blame those societal norms and family traditions that have silently …
[Guest Editor] Megan Dalla-Camina: What is the Motherhood Paradox?
Best-selling author Megan Dalla-Camina unpacks the pressures on working women (no you’re not just imagining it). Welcome to the Motherhood Paradox. By Megan Dalla-Camina Have you ever stopped to ponder why women tend to be the primary caregivers in their families, despite also working full time? And have you ever …
5 ways to get kids to sleep better (so you can have a rest)
Struggling to get the kids to sleep? Don’t fret, mama, here are a few handy pointers on how to get kids to sleep better. By Natalie Bascur From endless social media posts preaching about well-behaved children to Pinterest shares of perfect lunchboxes, parenting today is harder than ever. Just get …
Do you have any of the 7 signs of motherhood burnout?
We all have ‘those’ days, when you feel stressed and exhausted. But are you at risk of motherhood burnout? Bring some calm to your world. By Mama Disrupt® Every mama has one of ‘those’ days, when you feel stressed out and exhausted AF. You know… when you’ve been up half the …
8 ways to boost your health and feel better
As mums, we tend to give our all. But it’s crucial we love ourselves too. Here’s how to kick-start your health into high gear. By Dr Samantha Clarke Mamahood is incredible but all consuming. And often we put ourselves last, with our own health shoved to the back of the …
7 steps to living a more minimalist lifestyle [and feeling more free]
Feel like decluttering your life? Ditching some of your material belongings and living a minimalist lifestyle can make you feel lighter and happier. By Natalie Bascur We often think we need more material things to be happy – a better car, the latest iPhone or the newest trending fashions. However, it’s not true. …
[Guest Editor] Rebecca Klodinsky: Breaking-up with hustle culture
Say buh-bye to hustle culture and hello to better balance with these tips from badass boss mama, Rebecca Klodinsky. By Rebecca Klodinsky For too long hustle culture has been seen as the ultimate goal. And that we should be able to handle everything like a badass boss. But that’s not what …
The home office makeover we are obsessed with
Bold pinks and cool whites collide with brass accents to create a home office primed to nurture some badass productivity for stylist Jen Bishop. The purchase of a new house presented Jen Bishop, stylist and mum to Sebastian, 2, the opportunity to finally create her dream home office. The result? A bright …