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 …
Why you might be suffering from mum rage
Wondering what exactly happens in our brains during intense moments? Let’s delve a little deeper into the fascinating world of neuroscience and mum rage to understand it better. By Harper Steele We’ve all been there, right? The laundry pile is at Everest heights, the sink is overflowing with dirty dishes, …
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 …
[Guest Editor] Jacqui Lewis: Why we all need to stop multi-tasking
Mashing has become the new norm. But isn’t multi-tasking good? Jacqui Lewis [who is the author of the book The 14 Day Mind Cleanse] explains 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 …
Why am I so triggered by my child?
It is totally normal to feel triggered by your child from time to time. Parenting can be a tough job, and it’s natural to have emotional reactions when things get stressful or overwhelming. Here’s why it happens. By Mama Disrupt® Mama, it’s okay if you find yourself feeling triggered by …
How to tell the difference between burnout and postnatal depression
Burnout and postnatal depression (PND) are two different conditions that can occur after having a baby. While some of the symptoms can feel very similar, here is how to tell the difference. By Charlotte Cruz As mamas, we experience an onslaught of emotional changes and challenges that we were not …
How to stop procrastination [and avoid stress]
Are you someone who gets caught up in procrastination? Then you find yourself multi-tasking, stressed, anxious and frazzled? Chelsea Pottenger’s procrastination checklist will help keep you focused. By Chelsea Pottenger Here are 10 techniques I use to overcome procrastination and avoid the stress, anxiety and poor performance that stem from completing things …
What everyone needs to know about PND
Each mum who has PND, experiences it in a different way. But it is possible to break the cycle – you just need to know how. By Heather Lindsay One in five mums suffer from perinatal anxiety and depression. That’s 20%. That’s huge! By definition, it stands for depression or anxiety that occurs …