What to do when you’re torn between your career and spending time with the children you love? Jules Sebastian says something’s gotta give. By Jules Sebastian I remember finishing a two-day overnight job and coming home feeling completely overwhelmed. The kids were tired and irritable – they missed their mama …
4 ways to deal with stress and anxiety
It’s no surprise that stress and anxiety levels have hit an all time high. Life is getting faster and busier and shows no signs of slowing down. So let’s look at what anxiety and stress actually are and what we can do to overcome it. By Madeline Calfas Anxiety is your …
Looking for something to bake with the kids? Try this banana bread recipe
Who doesn’t love banana bread? Mandy Sacher, paediatric nutritionist, mum and author of Wholesome Child: Complete Nutrition Guide and Cookbook shares her fav banana bread recipe with us … and it’s dairy-free, nut-free, wheat-free and vegetarian friendly [and yummy!] By Mandy Sacher Ingredients 2 large ripe bananas 3 large eggs 1/2 cup (125ml) coconut …
Short on time? Get your body moving with these 3 exercises
What are the best exercises for busy mums? Anything you can fit in! So let’s keep things quick and easy. It’s all about moving your body. By Amelia Phillips What’s the best exercise for busy mums? Anything you can fit in! There’s so much confusion and conflicting information out there …
Overcoming partner resentment in early parenthood
Partner resentment is a very real thing when you have kids. Especially in the early years. So if you’re feeling it, you are not alone. And the good news is, there is a solution. By Charlotte Cruz Do you find yourself seething with resentment at your partner snoring away while …
‘Being a mum has been the greatest asset in helping me grow as an entrepreneur’
Being a mum has been Rebecca Klodinsky’s secret weapon when it comes to growing as an entrepreneur, designer and founder of IIXIIST. Here’s how motherhood helped her. By Rebecca Klodinsky Navigating a career and motherhood requires a balancing act unlike any other. And while motherhood and entrepreneurship have been a roller …
How resetting your circadian cycle can have you feeling like a new person
You know what’s super fascinating? The circadian cycle. Resetting it can boost your health and wellbeing [yes, you can even do this when you have little kids]. By Ava Wilde First things, first. WTF is the circadian cycle? Also known as your internal body clock, it basically controls your sleep-wake …
Lacking confidence? 5 ways to sell yourself and own it
Don’t silence your success – OWN IT! Yes, even when you lack confidence. If you need to fake it until you make it, then do that, because you deserve to shine bright like the diamond you are. By Haylee Hackenberg Do you lack confidence, mama? I’m a writer, and a good …
[Guest Editors] Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith: Preventing burnout
Ahh, burnout. Anyone who has experienced any level of burnout will know how absolutely debilitating it can be. Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith of KIC show us how to recognise and prevent it. By Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith Every aspect of your life suddenly feels weighed down by …
Reasons why having no birth plan is the best plan
Just like motherhood, birth doesn’t always go to plan. So if you’re pregnant and thinking about your birth plan, there is a strong argument for throwing that all out the window and just going with the flow. By Mindi Palm If you’re anything like me, you imagine your birth experience …