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 …
5 things to do when your baby is premature
When your baby is born premature, the stress and challenges of childbirth and motherhood are amplified. Here are 5 things you need to know. By Mama Disrupt® Having a preemie baby can be really scary – seeing your baby fighting for its life in the neonatal intensive care unit, with all …
11 ways you can help to support a new mum
Having a baby is a big adjustment. So knowing how to support a new mum can help them get used to their new normal. By Sarah Lyons Adjusting to having a new baby in the house can be difficult for the whole family. Sleepless nights and a change in routine can …
6 ways to adjust to returning to work after maternity leave
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 …
Postpartum Series: New mum’s guide to postpartum recovery
POWERED BY BELLY BANDS Jump into the world of postpartum recovery. We’re dishing on how to pamper your mind, body, and soul for a happy, healthy start to new motherhood. This feature is Part 1 of our Postpartum Series in partnership with Belly Bands, exploring the fourth trimester and how …
Having a baby? Top baby name predictions for 2024
If you’re having a baby this year, there is one list you totally need to be across – the top baby name predictions for 2024. By Anneka Rose Welcome to the world of baby naming in 2024! As we step into this new era, parents are seeking names that are …
Here are 5 signs you should take a pregnancy test
If there’s a chance you could be pregnant and you’ve been experiencing ANY of these early symptoms, you should take a pregnancy test ASAP! By Mama Disrupt® Most mamas realise that they may be pregnant when they miss their period. But sometimes we experience other symptoms – even before Aunty Flo …
[Guest Editors] Jessica Prescott and Vaughne Geary: Sex after baby
Let’s talk about sex after baby. Yep, this one is a biggie. Life After Birth authors Jessica Prescott and Vaughne Gear spill the tea. By Jessica Prescott and Vaughne Geary The recommended wait time from health professionals between giving birth and intercourse is four to six weeks to allow vaginal or …
Nourish your postpartum bod with this magical healing broth recipe
If you have just birthed a babe [or even if you haven’t], this magical healing broth will nourish your goddess body with all of the good things you need. By Jessica Prescott and Vaughne Geary This broth is full of warming, healing and immune-boosting foods that provide maximum nutrition in an …
[Guest Editor] Zoe Bingley-Pullin on infertility, PND and early menopause
From overcoming fertility challenges, postnatal depression and early menopause, Zoe Bingley-Pullin has experienced every season of the female form. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor Zoe Bingley-Pullin is picture perfect. She’s fit, she’s healthy and she’s f*ckin gorgeous. So it would be fair to assume she’s skated through life …