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. …
Permission to be yourself … the pep talk all mums need right now
When your cup is full, you can show up as your best self for yourself. All you need is permission. As Personal Trainer, Jen Dugard, tells us. By Jen Dugard As mothers we are told that we should take care of ourselves, and ‘fill our cups‘ so that we can be …
How to explain ANZAC Day to your kids
Another important day – more important questions. Let’s chat about ANZAC Day and how to make kiddo convos meaningful and age-appropriate. By Mama Disrupt® First things first, let’s break down what ANZAC Day is all about. ANZAC Day, celebrated on April 25th, marks the anniversary of the first major military …
‘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, …
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 …
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 …
Nap trapped? 5 things you can do while your baby sleeps on you
Found yourself nap trapped again? It’s not wasted time, it’s an opportunity to rest and relax … or to tackle a few to-dos (if you want to). By Ava Wilde You know those precious moments when your little one drifts off to dreamland while snuggled up on you? It’s like …
[Guest Editor] Tammi Kirkness: Helping kids with big emotions can help us too
Tammi Kirkness, author of The Panic Button Book, shares her tips on keeping kids cool and calm. You might even find it helps you work through your own big emotions. By Tammi Kirkness, author of The Panic Button Book When we help our child manage their emotional wellbeing it can actually …
A sleep coach’s guide to surviving the end of Daylight Saving
Want to ensure everyone has a smooth transition when Daylight Saving ends? Um, yes please! Because sleep routines are tough enough at the best of times. By Mama Disrupt® As the clocks go back this weekend (for our mamas in in New South Wales, South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania), you’ll …
8 signs you’re burning out (and what to do about it)
Are you feeling frazzled, overwhelmed, and just plain exhausted? These are some of the warning signs you’re burning out, babe. By Charlotte Cruz Burnout is a common issue among busy mums. But the good news is, you’re not alone. And there are ways to overcome it. Let’s dive into the …