Postpartum depression and anxiety have always been there, but the newfound openness in discussing them marks a significant shift. By Harper Steele So, here’s the thing: postpartum depression and anxiety are not new. But what is new is how we’re talking about them. There’s a growing openness and a shift in …
Maternal Mental Health: ‘I didn’t sign up for this’
Navigating the highs and lows of motherhood, many mums find themselves thinking, “I didn’t sign up for this.” By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor “I didn’t sign up for this,” I often catch myself thinking. Usually when I’m running on my 1750th night of broken sleep, trying to stop …
How to overcome postpartum mood and anxiety disorders
Postpartum mood and anxiety disorders can affect anyone at any time, but with help, it’s never too late to find yourself again. By Nicole Fuge, MD® Managing Editor Like most new mothers, Paige Bellenbaum was completely out of her depth when she had her son, Max, 14 years ago. She …
Can you breastfeed when taking depression and anxiety medication?
Navigating the labyrinth of motherhood? Let’s get real about whether you can breastfeed when taking depression and anxiety medication. By Mama Disrupt® The ups and downs of motherhood can be a real whirlwind. And guess what? You’re not alone. Depression and anxiety are more common than you might think, and …
Feeling overwhelmed by motherhood?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by motherhood, here are a few ways to simplify your life and prioritise your time. By Natalie Bascur Life is unpredictable, even more so when you have kids – so I don’t blame you if you’re feeling overwhelmed by motherhood. It’s time to simplify your life lady, …
Mama truths: Anxiety blindsided me as a second-time mum
When Emily first developed severe anxiety, she was in the throes of new-again motherhood. She’d just had her second baby, and wasn’t expecting to have to navigate anxiety and parenthood at once. By Emily Anderson Navigating parenthood is a challenge on its own but when you throw anxiety into the …
[Guest Editors] Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith: Different types of anxiety
Did you know there are many types of anxiety? If this is you, know you are not alone. Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith break it down. By Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith Anxiety is like throwing all logical probability out of the window and multiplying something with a 0.0001 …
[Guest Editor] Yakira Giger: It’s okay to not be okay
It’s okay to NOT be okay. How mama of three, Yakira Giger learnt to deal with her anxiety and PND head on. By Yakira Giger Are you okay? My automatic reply is always “Yes, I’m fine.” *Smile and wave, smile and wave…* But why? Why do we feel so CONCERNED …
4 ways to deal with stress and anxiety
It’s no surprise that stress and anxiety levels have hit an all time high. Life is getting faster and busier and shows no signs of slowing down. So let’s look at what anxiety and stress actually are and what we can do to overcome it. By Madeline Calfas Anxiety is your …
Wellness Series: Understanding and overcoming anxiety
POWERED BY NANIT Anxiety is a growing problem for modern mothers; one could say it is a current pandemic of its own. So let’s unpack what motherhood anxiety looks and feels like, and what we can do to beat it. This feature is Part 1 of our Wellness Series in …