Another day, another TikTok trend. This time it’s hair porosity. Let’s find out WTF it means for you and your lovely locks. By Emily Quinn Hair porosity refers to your hair’s ability to absorb and retain moisture. Think of it as your hair’s personality – is it high maintenance or …
The natural body butter recipe that will make your skin glow like a teen
This rose body butter recipe is where it’s at. Make it, slather it on, light a ciggy (not really, lol) and relax. By Chasca Summerville Ayurveda offers many beautiful self-care practices that you can follow from the comfort of your own home, using simple ingredients and tools. These practices are designed …
How to care less about what others think and back yourself
Newsflash: disapproval and rejection are healthy. Here’s how to make them work to your advantage and care less about what other people think. By Carlii Lyon I suddenly realised, at the age of 35, that certain forms of disapproval and rejection are healthy. And if anything, a good sign of progress. …
Mastering the motherhood juggle – 5 key strategies for better balance
Feeling the pressure of being a mum and everything else? Follow these 5 steps to overcome the juggle of motherhood. By Amy Molloy 1. A REMINDER TO RELEASE LETTING GO OF YOUR GRIP Whenever I feel out of my comfort zone, I can fall into a space of ‘over-coping’, refusing …
How to explain ANZAC Day to kids
An important day with more important questions. Here’s how to explain ANZAC Day to children without freaking them out. ANZAC Day, celebrated on April 25th, marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during World War I. It’s a day to remember …
Anyone else stuggling with mess? My house used to be tidy. And so did my mind.
Mess can really make you feel the stress. So when your home is in chaos, your brain can feel like it’s in total chaos, too. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor For me, a messy house equals a messy mind. And I often feel really triggered by the message …
5 things to do if you are feeling overwhelmed
Motherhood is amazing. It’s also unpredictable, and before you know it you’re feeling overwhelmed. Try these five self-care tips. By Charlotte Cruz Becoming a mother is life-changing, the responsibility that comes with motherhood is precious beyond words and the things you learn about yourself as a mother are earth-shaking. It’s …
How to set boundaries and learn to say no
If you are being pulled in a million directions and never have anything left for you, here’s how to set boundaries and learn to say no. By Domonique Bertolucci I want to show you how to create a new mindset that not only makes it much easier to say ‘no’ …
[Guest Editor] Dr Susie O’Brien: Half-arsed parenting and why it’s a good thing
We think we need to do more, but The Secret Of Half-Arsed Parenting author Dr Susie O’Brien says doing less makes you and your kids happier. By Dr Susie O’Brien It’s no coincidence that middle age – when most child-rearing takes place – is the least happy time for many people. …
Feel like you’re losing yourself in motherhood? Here’s what to do
When you’re in the throes of it all, you probs feel like you’re losing yourself in motherhood. But you can have a life. Promise. By Natalie Bascur It happens so quickly, and before you know it – you’re losing yourself in motherhood. Sound familiar? So being spontaneous when you have …