There comes a time when caring for a little human 24/7 is interrupted by your maternity leave coming to an end. Here’s what you need to know. By Natalie Bascur Let’s be honest… seeing the number of maternity leave days count down SUCKS! Most mamas would gladly set up camp in the …
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 …
Birth of a mother: Navigating the life-changing journey
Motherhood takes us on a journey of transformation and for MD® Editor-in-Chief, Jessica Jane Sammut, it was a life changing seismic shift. By Jessica Jane Sammut, MD® Editor-in-Chief When I became a mother, it would be fair to say it was a shock to the system. As a fiercely independent …
The #1 thing you must do this month
Over the overwhelm? Here’s how to take back control. By Jessica Jane Sammut, Founder of Mama Disrupt Feeling like you are doing it all? You probably are. My brain most days feels like it has been thrown in the microwave. On high. And I know I’m not alone. As women who are …
Feel foggy and forgetful? Understanding #mumbrain
Want to know why mum brain happens? It’s all about science, girl. 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, …
Mama truth: “I want to stop drinking. I think I need help.”
By Victoria Vanstone I heard the baby crying again. But I didn’t get up. I stayed, hiding in my bedroom. He needed me, but I couldn’t do it. I was too hungover to look after my baby. Again. I don’t remember getting home. The last thing I recall was seeing both …
The power of writing things down – 5 ways to get into the habit
Let it go, let it go… You’re about to learn how the simple act of writing things down can turn your messy mind around. By Anneka Rose Hey there, busy bee. Are you feeling like your brain’s a bit like a cluttered attic, full of old stuff you don’t need …
Feeling tired? It’s time for a women’s wellness check
Why women’s wellness checks are essential after kids – from tackling low iron and heavy periods to managing hormonal shifts, so you can start feeling like yourself again. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor Motherhood is a beautiful, transformative experience, but it can also take a significant toll on …
[Guest Editor] Jessica Hill: Why friendships in new motherhood are a lifesaver
For Jessica Hill, founder of The Parent Collective, friendships in new motherhood were her lifeline – through the 3am feeds, the postpartum blues, and the chaos of new parenthood. By Jessica Hill Becoming a mum is like jumping into the deep end of a pool you’ve never swum in before, …
[Guest Editor] Nicole Ossip: 6 expert tips for surviving the holidays with a newborn
Hey new mama, welcome to holidays with a newborn! It may be a little different to what you’re used to, but just go at your own pace. By Nicole Ossip Surviving the holidays with a newborn can feel like a monumental task, especially for first-time parents. This festive season, it’s time …