Claire Tonti, honours us all with her new song, released on Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, and her debut album ‘Matrescence’. By Claire Tonti When I went into labour at 30, after what had been a relatively easy pregnancy, I thought I had motherhood figured out. As a primary …
[Guest Editor] Melissa Ambrosini: How to stop wasting time
Melissa Ambrosini is a mama, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and host of popular podcast The Melissa Ambrosini Show. Being such a busy lady, Melissa knows how important time is and here she helps us make the most of it. By Melissa Ambrosini The biggest thing for me since becoming a mum, has …
‘I found out I had breast cancer the same day I found out the gender of my baby’
Jessica Allen chats with Mama Disrupt® about juggling a rare breast cancer diagnosis, pregnancy and new motherhood semi-solo. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor “Holding tightly onto the hand of my three-year-old son I found out I had breast cancer…” Oof. As a mother of a three year old boy, …
What LGBTIQA+ families need to know about parenthood
Becoming a parent is already a challenging time. Even more so if you don’t see yourself reflected in mainstream parenting resources, culture or even language. Which is why Jasper Peach is on a mission to prep LGBTIQA+ families for the arrival of a new baby. By Jasper Peach Whether you are …
[Guest Editor] Helen Whait: How you can find more time in the day by saying no
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 …
[Guest Editor] Erika Cramer: 5 ways to boost your confidence
Need to boost your confidence? Erika Cramer shares what the most confident people in the world do daily, so you too, can radiate confidence. By Erika Cramer Once you know how to boost your confidence, you will unlock so many areas of your life. Your relationships gain depth, your interactions at …
[Guest Editor] Jackson Holt: 5 ways to teach kids about fire safety
As mums, we are experts in a lot of things. Fire safety is not one of them. So we asked Jackson Holt, Specification Manager at Brooks Australia, to share his top tips on how to teach kids about fire safety. By Jackson Holt 1. Start Early and Make it Engaging Begin …
[Guest Editor] Steph Claire Smith: Getting to know your postpartum self
Motherhood changes us in mind, body and soul. And while it’s a challenge, there is so much beauty to behold. Steph Claire Smith talks about taking postpartum at your own pace. By Nicole Fuge, MD® Managing Editor Mama to two-year-old son Harvey, Steph is the co-founder of Keep It …
Feeling overwhelmed? How to survive modern motherhood
So many mothers are feeling overwhelmed at the moment. And can you blame us?Patrice Washington shares the secrets to managing the mama juggle. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor We are given high fives for having superhuman abilities, but the truth is we need someone to throw us a …
[Guest Editor] Tammi Kirkness: 5 calming techniques for kids
If you’re needing to help your littles find calm and release their worries, you are not alone – here are some practical calming techniques to try at home. By Tammi Kirkness Helping the youngest people in our lives learn to navigate their worries and switch off their minds takes practice. The more …