“Self-esteem is simply the idea that you appreciate yourself for who you are – flaws and all!” -Miranda Murray
Self-care for modern mothers is an inside job
Self-care for modern mothers is not just about pampering. Nope, it’s about building inner strength, loving oneself, and fostering resilience. Pretty empowering stuff, don’t you think? By Charlotte Cruz Modern motherhood is nothing short of a juggling act. Balancing work, family, and personal life is a Herculean task that often …
5 tips for surviving when you have a high needs baby
How do you survive when you’re a new mama with a high needs baby? Newborn life can be tough at the best of times. By Fiona Amarasinghe Ahh, newborn days. They are so hard. Especially when you are a first time mum and reeling from the shock of it all. …
The first pill to treat postpartum depression has been approved
The FDA has given the thumbs up for Zurzuvae, the first pill to treat postpartum depression. This is a big win for mamas in the US … and it’s coming to Australia soon. By Mama Disrupt® Have you heard? The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just given the …
Feeling overwhelmed? Here are 8 life hacks to make every day a little easier
By incorporating these 8 life hacks you’ll alleviate some of the mental load, which most mamas know, is heavy AF. We got you. By Mama Disrupt® Don’t worry, these life hacks don’t require you to hire a live-in nanny or outsource all your laundry [although if anyone’s offering, we’ll take …
[Guest Editor] Steph Claire Smith: Transitioning from maternity leave to work
After living in the baby bubble, transitioning from maternity leave to work can feel like an overwhelming adjustment. Steph Claire Smith shares her top tips. By Steph Claire Smith Something that is becoming very clear to me is that it’s quite hard to ‘wing it’ at work when you have a …
The ultimate after-school snack to silence hungry kids
The ultimate after-school snack just got levelled up. And you don’t even need to cook to make this fun DIY board for hungry babes. By Maegan Brown Got an after-school snack go-to? Or are you always finding yourself elbows-deep in the pantry, looking for that last packet of sultanas? [Same]. …
Do you have dysthymia? 4 ways the hidden disorder is impacting mums
Do you have dysthymia? Have you even heard of it? Not many have, so let’s take a look at what this persistent depressive disorder is, and how it’s affecting mamas. By Harper Steele When it comes to motherhood, there are many challenges and emotions that come along with it. However, …
How to set boundaries and 4 signs you need to
If you think boundaries are just those things between your neighbour’s house and yours, this is for you. By Gemma Dawkins I know you, because I am you. A people pleaser. A Type-A person. The kind that would rather pull out all my eyelashes one by one than let somebody …
What are the Day 3 Baby Blues and what can you expect?
Have you heard of the Day 3 Baby Blues? Let’s look at what it’s about, why it happens, and how to handle it like the total rockstar you are. By Ava Wilde Oh, the joys of new motherhood. One minute you’re beaming at your beautiful baby, and the next, you’re …