Mashing has become the new norm. But isn’t multi-tasking good? Here’s why we need to stop. By Jacqui Lewis We don’t need more time management; we need energy management. And the things that deplete our energy, such as being distracted and multi-tasking, must be eliminated. Mashing (aka multi-tasking) is when we …
Understanding freeze response: Signs, symptoms and solutions
Feeling stuck and can’t move forward? Discover the freeze response, its signs, and how to manage it with practical tips to get back on track. By Emily Quinn Imagine you’re suddenly in a stressful situation, and your body decides the best course of action is to hit pause. This is …
What to do when the mental load becomes too heavy at home
Women have shouldered the mental load – the ‘INVISIBLE WORK’ – at home for generations, not knowing there was a name for it. Now there is and now we’re doing something about it. By Nicola Appleton Nope, you’re not imagining it. There’s a gender gap existing right in the heart …
High-functioning anxiety: Are you thriving or just surviving?
Feel like you’re constantly juggling a million things with a smile on your face, yet inside, you’re wrestling with a whirlwind of stress, self-doubt and fear? Welcome to the world of high-functioning anxiety. By Harper Steele Ever heard of high-functioning anxiety? It’s like wearing a superhero cape while battling invisible monsters. …
Understanding mum brain: Why we feel foggy and forgetful
Want to know why mum brain happens? It’s all about science, baby. By Ava Wilde You know, that fuzzy feeling in your head that makes you forget where you put your phone or wander into a room and totally blank on why you went there in the first place? Yeah, …
Your cosmic guide to unlocking the magic of the moon phases
Want to know how each of the moon phases influence us? Get ready for some celestial magic you gorgeous being. By Anneka Rose Ready to dive into the second half of 2024? Because the moon’s got some serious vibes coming our way, and I’m here to help you navigate through …
The #1 thing you need for pregnancy and postpartum
POWERED BY BELLY BANDS Pregnancy and postpartum can be a real pain in the bod. But it doesn’t have to be… This feature is Part 2 of our Pregnancy and Postpartum Series in partnership with Belly Bands, exploring the first to fourth trimesters and how to care for the woman inside the …
How to break the habit of constantly checking your phone
We all know that nudge at the back of our mind, the constant need to pick up our phone and just scroll… Here’s how to break the habit. By Harper Steele Technology has its perks, no doubt. It keeps us connected, informed, and often entertained. But sometimes, it feels like …
Maternal mental health truths: ‘I never knew motherhood would be like this’
It is World Maternal Mental Health Day, so let’s talk open and honestly about our postpartum and motherhood journeys. Because chances are what you’re feeling, the mother beside you is feeling it, too. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor I never knew motherhood would be like this, would feel like this. …
Not feeling like yourself? Tips on how to manage sleep deprivation
Sleep deprivation really wears you down. And it can last a lot longer than when your baby grows out of their newborn nappies. If your child is still not sleeping through, here’s how to manage sleep deprivation. By Jessica Prescott and Vaughne Gear On average, new mothers lose 700 hours of …